Element 25 (ASX:E25) advanced works at its Butcherbird expansion project in Western Australia, targeting manganese concentrate production of 1.1 million tonnes per year, according to a Wednesday filing with the Australian bourse.

Orders for most main plant items, including the crushing circuit, conveyors, stackers, thickener, screens, and apron feeder, have been placed to minimize the risk of cost escalation, the filing said.

Talks with preferred ore offtake partners are in progress, while contracts for mining services, haulage, and site services are nearing completion.

The project is on track for mechanical completion and commissioning in the first quarter of 2027, per the filing.