Latest Materials News

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.

Magontec Limited reports a $5.25 million interim gross profit and a doubling of net assets per share to 84 cents, despite an underlying net loss. The company is banking on new Chinese supply partnerships and automation to restore profitability by FY 2026.

Papyrus Australia reported a July 2025 cash flow update showing a stable cash position of AUD 303,000 and available funding supporting operations for over eight months. The company continues to manage its financing facilities prudently while navigating operational expenses.

Nanollose Limited reported a $1.43 million loss for FY2025 while progressing pilot production of innovative biomaterials and strengthening its balance sheet with a $2.1 million capital raise. The company appointed a new CEO to drive commercialisation efforts in FY2026.

First Graphene Limited reported a 13% reduction in net loss for FY25 alongside steady revenue and expanding commercial demand for its PureGRAPH products.