NioCorp Developments Ltd. reports developments tied to the Elk Creek Critical Minerals Project in southeast Nebraska, a planned source of niobium, scandium, titanium, and magnetic rare earth elements. News about NB commonly covers project financing, pre-construction work, state tax incentive programs, government and industrial supply-chain support, and the company’s role in U.S. critical-minerals sourcing for defense, energy, and industrial applications.
Company updates also include conference participation, capital-market activity, and broader critical-minerals commentary that places NioCorp alongside other North American developers affected by rare earth and strategic-mineral supply constraints.
NioCorp Developments (Nasdaq:NB) announced two upcoming presentations on October 8, 2025. CEO Mark Smith will participate in the J.P. Morgan Export & Agency Finance Forum in Paris, discussing supply chain reshoring during the Resources roundtable at 11:45 AM local time.
On the same day, Chief Communications Officer Jim Sims will present at the Critical Minerals Forum Summit in Washington, D.C. at 11:05 AM ET. Both presentations will highlight the Elk Creek Critical Minerals Project and its potential to strengthen U.S. production of niobium, scandium, titanium, and magnetic rare earth elements.
NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) has advanced in its application process for up to $800 million in potential debt financing from the Export-Import Bank of the U.S. (EXIM) for its Elk Creek Project in Southeast Nebraska. The company has executed a professional services agreement with SLR Consulting to conduct an independent environmental and social (E&S) review.
SLR, which acquired RPMGlobal USA, Inc., will now handle both the technical review (ongoing since February 2025) and the E&S review. The project previously passed EXIM's first due diligence level (TRC-1) in October 2023, and received a preliminary indicative term sheet in April 2024. JPMorgan Chase Bank is assisting NioCorp in seeking the EXIM-supported debt financing.
NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) has successfully closed its previously announced public offering, raising $60.0 million in gross proceeds. The offering consisted of 9,760,000 common shares priced at $6.15 per share (or $6.1499 per pre-funded warrant).
The company plans to use the net proceeds for working capital and general corporate purposes, with a focus on advancing the construction and commercial operation of its Elk Creek Project. Maxim Group LLC served as the sole placement agent for the offering, which was conducted under an effective shelf registration statement on Form S-3.
NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) has announced the pricing of its public offering in the United States, aiming to raise approximately $60.0 million in gross proceeds. The offering consists of up to 9,760,000 common shares priced at $6.15 per share (or $6.1499 per pre-funded warrant).
Maxim Group LLC is serving as the sole placement agent for the offering, which is expected to close around September 29, 2025. The company plans to use the net proceeds for working capital and general corporate purposes, including advancing the construction and commercial operation of the Elk Creek Project.
NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) has announced the commencement of a proposed public offering of common shares in the United States. The offering includes common shares or pre-funded warrants and will be managed by Maxim Group LLC as the sole placement agent on a best-efforts basis.
The proceeds will be used for working capital and general corporate purposes, including advancing the construction of the Elk Creek Project. The offering is being made through an effective shelf registration on Form S-3, with no securities being offered to Canadian purchasers. The final terms will be disclosed in a prospectus supplement to be filed with the SEC.
NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) has announced two upcoming investor presentations. The company's Executive Chairman and CEO Mark Smith and COO Scott Honan will present at the Munich Mining Conference on October 3-4, 2025, at the Olympic Hall in Munich, Germany. Their presentation is scheduled for October 4, 2025, at 11:00 AM local time.
Additionally, the executives will host a live investor webcast on September 24, 2025, at 4:15 PM ET, where they will provide updates on the Elk Creek Project - the nation's only critical minerals project containing niobium, scandium, titanium, and rare earths. The project is fully permitted for construction and has completed Feasibility Study-level metallurgy.
NioCorp Developments Ltd. (NASDAQ:NB) has rescheduled CEO Mark A. Smith's appearance on Fox Business News' "Mornings with Maria" to Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 7:30 AM Eastern. Smith will discuss the Elk Creek Critical Minerals Project in Nebraska, the nation's only critical minerals project containing niobium, scandium, titanium, and rare earths.
The project is fully permitted for construction, features completed Feasibility Study-level metallurgy, and has an established Mineral Resource backed by Regulation S-K 1300 compliance. The discussion's timing is significant as the U.S. currently relies 100% on imports for niobium, a critical mineral essential for advanced steels, aerospace, and defense applications. Currently, Brazil controls over 90% of global niobium production, with China maintaining significant influence over global supply chains through strategic mine ownership.
NioCorp Developments Ltd. (NASDAQ:NB) announced that CEO Mark A. Smith will appear on Fox Business News' "Mornings with Maria" show on Monday, September 22, 2025, at 6:30 a.m. Eastern. The company is developing the Elk Creek Critical Minerals Project in Nebraska, the nation's only fully permitted critical minerals project for niobium, scandium, titanium, and rare earths production.
The appearance gains significance as the U.S. currently relies 100% on imports for niobium, a critical mineral essential for advanced steels, aerospace, defense applications, and infrastructure. Currently, only three niobium mines operate globally, with Brazilian mines controlling over 90% of global supply, while China maintains significant influence over global niobium supply chains.
NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) has successfully closed its previously announced registered direct offering, raising $50.0 million in gross proceeds. The offering consisted of 10,000,000 common shares priced at $5.00 per share.
The company plans to use the net proceeds for working capital and general corporate purposes, with a focus on advancing the construction and commercial operation of its Elk Creek Project. Maxim Group LLC served as the sole placement agent for the offering, which was conducted under an effective shelf registration statement on Form S-3.
NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) has announced the pricing of a $50.0 million registered direct offering of common shares in the United States. The offering consists of 10 million common shares priced at $5.00 per share, with Maxim Group LLC serving as the sole placement agent.
The company plans to use the net proceeds for working capital and general corporate purposes, particularly to advance the construction and commercial operation of the Elk Creek Project. The offering, made under an effective shelf registration statement, is expected to close around September 19, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions.