WA1 Resources (ASX:WAI) has reported favorable results from metallurgical testing on niobium mineralization at the Luni deposit in Western Australia. The tests produced a high-grade niobium concentrate, showcasing promising potential for future production.
WA1 Resources is advancing the Luni niobium deposit with encouraging metallurgical test results. The recent tests achieved a high-grade concentrate with a 50% Nb2O5 grade and 58% recovery. The company aims to optimize beneficiation processes and explore the economic viability of a phosphate by-product. Future plans include detailed variability testing and continued exploration at the West Arunta Project, aligning with their strategy to develop valuable assets and positively impact local communities.
The metallurgical testwork was supervised by our metallurgical staff, with input from Niobium Processing Advisor Clovis Sousa. We are pleased with the consistency and potential of these results, which align well with industry standards.