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Element 25 has appointed Altris Engineering to lead the AU$64.8 million expansion of its Butcherbird manganese mine, a move that underpins its strategy to supply high-purity battery materials to the US electric vehicle market.

Eden Innovations reports a surge in US orders and quotations for its OptiBlend dual fuel kits, driven by growing demand from data centres. Recent sales exceed US$300k, with a robust pipeline of US$4.4 million signalling strong market momentum.

National Storage REIT delivered robust FY25 results, surpassing earnings guidance and expanding its development pipeline, while advancing sustainability and technology initiatives.

Volt Resources has reached a key technical milestone by consistently producing ultra-high purity graphite using a proprietary, hydrofluoric acid-free process, paving the way for U.S.-based battery-grade graphite production.

Renascor Resources reports steady progress on its Purified Spherical Graphite demonstration plant in Adelaide, backed by a $5 million government grant, aiming to challenge China’s dominance in battery materials.

Credit Clear Limited has agreed to acquire UK debt collector ARC Europe for A$10.9 million, backed by a $20.75 million institutional placement led by Chair Paul Dwyer. The deal aims to accelerate growth by integrating Credit Clear’s digital platform into ARC’s established UK operations.

TZ Limited has turned down a non-binding offer from Quadient SA for its US Smart Locker subsidiary, Telezygology Inc., citing undervaluation and strategic importance of its Data Centre Security division. The company is now initiating a strategic review to explore future options for the business.

BlinkLab Limited has completed its U.S. pilot study for the Dx 1 smartphone-based autism diagnostic device, demonstrating strong accuracy and securing FDA alignment for its pivotal trial. The results mark a significant step toward transforming early neurodevelopmental diagnostics.

Codan Limited reported a strong FY25 with significant revenue and profit growth, bolstered by a key U.S. acquisition and a robust outlook for FY26 driven by defense spending and gold market strength.

Hazer Group has made significant strides in commercialising its methane pyrolysis technology, advancing key partnerships and strengthening its intellectual property portfolio amid a tightening global graphite market.

Adairs Limited has updated its first half FY26 sales and gross margin guidance, reflecting moderated growth and mixed brand performances as it prepares for a critical peak trading period.

4DMedical secures a major commercial breakthrough with Stanford University adopting its FDA-cleared CT, VQ™ technology, while its partnership with AstraZeneca rapidly scales lung screening across Brazil.