Latest Manufacturing News

Orica Limited reported its strongest half-year EBIT in over a decade, driven by robust demand for premium blasting products and technology adoption, alongside significant safety and sustainability achievements.

Tivan Limited and Sumitomo Corporation have formalised a joint venture to develop the Speewah Fluorite Project in Western Australia, marking a major step toward establishing Australia’s inaugural fluorite mining and processing operation.

Mayne Pharma has announced the expiration of the US antitrust waiting period, a critical step forward in Cosette Pharmaceuticals' proposed acquisition. The transaction now moves closer to completion, pending other regulatory and shareholder approvals.

Althea Group Holdings has agreed to sell its pharmaceutical assets to Tasmanian Botanics, enabling a strategic pivot towards the booming North American THC-infused beverage market.

EcoGraf Limited has been granted a second Australian patent for its HFfree® purification technology, reinforcing its position in the sustainable battery materials market. This patent extends protection for its innovative graphite purification process critical to lithium-ion battery anode production and recycling.

Almonty Industries has secured a binding offtake agreement to supply tungsten oxide exclusively for U.S. defense applications, guaranteeing steady demand and pricing for the next three years.

Lake Resources has initiated a Special Committee to explore strategic options for its flagship Kachi Lithium Brine Project, aiming to bridge the gap between market valuation and intrinsic asset value.

First Graphene has secured a multi-year exclusive deal to supply graphene-enhanced masterbatch for safety boots aimed at Southeast Asia’s mining sector, marking a significant step in commercialising advanced materials in industrial apparel.

Bega Group is consolidating its Strathmerton cheese operations into its Ridge Street site by mid-2026, targeting significant cost savings and operational efficiencies.

MyEco Group has secured $1.6 million through unsecured convertible notes to support a strategic operational restructure aimed at reducing costs and scaling production. This capital raise complements existing cash reserves and aims to improve margins while minimising shareholder dilution.

Zimi Limited has paused its planned capital raising amid ongoing talks, while revealing strong operational momentum including $1.42 million in open orders and expanded market partnerships.

FOS Capital has acquired Melbourne-based lighting design consultancy Glowing Structures for $700,000, aiming to deepen its footprint in the lighting services sector. The deal includes cash and shares, with Glowing Structures’ founder staying on as Managing Director.