Latest Materials News

Hazer Group and First Graphene have signed a non-binding MOU to explore innovative applications for Hazer’s proprietary graphite, aiming to capitalize on rising global demand amid supply constraints.

Deterra Royalties Limited has updated its dividend announcement, confirming a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.13 per share for the half-year ending June 2025, alongside a recalculated Dividend Reinvestment Plan price.

Lake Resources N.L. has scheduled an Extraordinary General Meeting on 7 October 2025 to seek shareholder approval for the second tranche of its $12 million placement and the issuance of new options to investors and directors.

ALCORE, ABx Group’s subsidiary, has secured government approval for overseas R&D activities and is pursuing a $5 million grant to accelerate its clean fluorine chemical technology commercialisation.

Mantle Minerals has announced a proposed capital return of $0.001 per share, subject to shareholder approval at its upcoming AGM, potentially distributing over $6 million back to investors.

OM Holdings reported steady revenue of US$309.3 million in 1H 2025 despite a sharp EBITDA decline and net loss, while maintaining a strong cash position and advancing sustainability goals.

Latrobe Magnesium has commenced start-up operations at its Hazelwood North Demonstration Plant following EPA licence renewal, overcoming recent weather-related supply setbacks. The company aims to begin magnesium oxide production within the week as it advances toward full commissioning.

IperionX has boosted its titanium powder capacity by 60% with no extra capital, cutting unit costs to $55/kg, and is now accelerating a US Department of Defense-backed expansion to 1,400 tpa aiming for the lowest-cost titanium production in America.

Metallium Ltd has won its first U.S. Department of Defense SBIR contract to advance domestic recovery of gallium using its innovative Flash Joule Heating technology. This milestone positions the company for larger future contracts and supports critical mineral supply chain resilience.

Iondrive Limited has secured a binding agreement with Colt Recycling LLC to test its innovative deep eutectic solvent technology for recovering rare earth elements from electronic waste, aiming to scale operations in North America.

Zeotech Limited has completed its largest commercial concrete demonstration using AusPozz™, a low-carbon metakaolin product that reduces cement content and embodied carbon. The 100 cubic metre pour attracted major industry players and opened doors to new commercial trials and partnerships.

Astron Limited has finalized its move from Hong Kong to Australia, issuing new securities on a two-for-one basis and preparing for ASX trading starting September 1, 2025.