Latest Competition News

Cleanaway Waste Management has secured regulatory approval to acquire Contract Resources, positioning itself as a leader in specialised industrial waste services. The deal, set to complete by the end of July, aims to accelerate growth in the decommissioning and remediation market.

Creditors of Mosaic Brands Limited and its associated companies have resolved to place the group into liquidation, marking a significant development in the retailer’s ongoing financial distress.

The ACCC has approved Cleanaway’s acquisition of Contract Resources, finding no significant threat to competition in Australia’s industrial and waste management sectors. The decision highlights the resilience of competition, especially in the oil and gas services market.

The ACCC has approved DP World Australia’s acquisition of Silk Logistics, concluding it won’t significantly harm competition in container stevedoring and logistics services. The decision follows a thorough investigation into potential market impacts.

Krakatoa Resources has initiated a pivotal two-hole diamond drilling program at its Stone Tank Nb-REE Prospect in Western Australia, targeting significant gravity anomalies that may reveal valuable rare earth mineralisation.

Marimaca Copper has reported exceptional high-grade copper intersections at its Pampa Medina deposit, significantly expanding the known mineralized area and hinting at a major new sediment-hosted copper system in Chile.

Kingston Resources has fulfilled all regulatory conditions to complete the $95 million sale of its Misima Gold Project to Ok Tedi Mining, unlocking an immediate $50 million payment.

Xstate Resources has launched a $2-3 million capital raising with a priority offer to existing shareholders, coinciding with a shareholder meeting to approve a key acquisition.

Finbar Group has signed a conditional contract to sell a key Rivervale site for $13.68 million, paving the way for a large-scale build-to-rent development backed by community housing initiatives.

Terragen Holdings has been granted a US patent for its microbial feed supplements, reinforcing its position in the animal probiotics market and supporting plans for US market entry.

Stealth Group Holdings has secured exclusive distribution rights for major global consumer brands in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to accelerate revenue growth and expand its digital footprint.

OpenLearning Limited has inked a five-year SaaS agreement with Education Centre of Australia, committing to support at least 2,500 students annually with its AI-powered learning platform. The deal highlights OpenLearning’s growing footprint in vocational and professional education sectors.