ABx Group (ASX:ABX) Managing Director Dr Mark Cooksey and Mining.com.au’s Oriel Morrison discuss the company’s pivotal role in reshaping the global rare earths landscape. With China tightening its export restrictions and the US boosting support for domestic supply, ABx is strategically placed with a high-grade ionic clay rare earths project in Tasmania and a key partnership with North American processor Ucore Rare Metals.
Dr Cooksey shares insights into ABx’s recent technological developments that enhance exploration efficiency and reduce drilling costs. He also outlines the next steps for the company, including metallurgical testing, economic studies, and accelerating project development in response to heightened global demand for secure, diversified rare earths supply.
🔑 Key Highlights:
- ABx holds a high-grade ionic clay rare earths deposit in Tasmania, rich in heavy rare earths targeted by new Chinese export restrictions.
- ABx’s innovative exploration technology is enabling faster, cost-effective resource identification.
- Strategic MoU with Ucore Rare Metals aligns ABx with US critical minerals policy and processing capacity.
🎥 Watch the full interview to gain insights into how ABx Group is capitalising on global shifts in rare earths supply and demand.
