Latest Manufacturing Sector News

Prospech Limited advances its Korsnäs rare earth project by transitioning from flotation upgrades to a targeted hydrometallurgical program with ANSTO Minerals, aiming to unlock value from a significant historical concentrate stockpile in Finland.

6K Additive has landed a landmark US$27.4 million loan from the US Export-Import Bank, partnering with the Department of War to fund a major expansion in Pennsylvania that will quintuple powder production capacity and create over 50 new jobs.

Wide Open Agriculture shakes up its leadership with a new board appointment and plans to recruit a CEO experienced in scaling plant protein businesses, signaling a strategic push to globalise its lupin protein technology.

Terra Critical Minerals has inked a binding deal to acquire the True American Tungsten Project in Nevada, a high-grade, historically productive site, while launching a $600,000 entitlement offer to fund exploration amid record tungsten prices.

Firebird Metals has secured a key patent for its energy-efficient kiln and announced plans for an Australian Demonstration Plant to commercialise its battery materials technology.

PeopleIN Group reported a challenging FY25 with revenue down 6.5% and EBITDA down 10%, yet strengthened its balance sheet through debt reduction and a strategic sale. The company is poised to capitalise on Queensland's infrastructure boom and Defence sector opportunities.

James Hardie Industries has appointed Nigel Stein as the new Chair of its Board and established an Integration and Performance Committee to oversee the AZEK acquisition integration and enhance shareholder engagement.

Aurora Labs has entered a strategic MOU with Ares Armaments to co-develop advanced metal components for defence, aiming to revolutionise small-arms manufacturing with additive technology.

Mayfield Group Holdings has completed a $30.5 million private placement and launched a $3 million share purchase plan to fund growth initiatives, including acquisitions and capacity expansion.

Bisalloy Steel Group Limited has announced a fully franked special dividend of AUD 0.164 per ordinary share for the financial year ending June 2025, with key dates set for December.

Altech Batteries confirms the strategic importance of its AMPower Agreement, enabling immediate sales and cash flow, while detailing a recent $6 million capital raising and addressing trading compliance issues.

Almonty Industries reported a strong net income in Q3 2025, driven by a significant non-cash warrant gain, while advancing the ramp-up of its flagship Sangdong Mine amid rising tungsten demand.