Latest Materials News

Ioneer Ltd reveals promising Falcon gravity concentration testwork results that enhance lithium grade and yield at its Rhyolite Ridge project, underpinning future expansion potential.

Sigma Healthcare’s recent merger with Chemist Warehouse Group is delivering strong earnings growth, with Normalised EBIT rising 36% in the first half of FY25. Transaction costs remain significant but the combined group’s outlook appears robust.

Metal Hawk Ltd has announced multiple high-grade gold discoveries at its Leinster South project in Western Australia, with maiden drilling set to commence shortly at key prospects.

Altech Batteries has launched an operational pilot plant in Germany producing its proprietary Silumina Anodes, promising a 50% increase in lithium-ion battery capacity with improved longevity.

Civmec Limited has secured approximately A$285 million in new contracts and extensions, including a major shiploader project at Port Waratah and rare earth refinery tanks for Iluka Resources, signaling robust growth and strong market positioning.

Pancontinental Energy has responded to an ASX query about recent spikes in its share price and trading volume, confirming no undisclosed information exists and pointing to strong industry interest in its PEL 87 project.

Spenda Limited has responded to an ASX price query following a notable rise in its share price and trading volume, denying any undisclosed material information while confirming ongoing confidential negotiations for virtual card and funding services.

Enlitic Inc. has been reinstated to trading on the ASX following its announcement of a new equity raise, signaling renewed investor interest in the health technology firm.

Papyrus Australia has issued a revised Appendix 4C for the March 2025 quarter, correcting the treatment of $527k in R&D expenditure previously reported as cash payments. This adjustment also impacts prior monthly and quarterly cash flow reports dating back to November 2024.

Citigold Corporation Limited has faced intense ASX scrutiny following an adverse auditor opinion on its half-year financials, centering on a $20 million impairment of exploration assets. The company defends its valuation approach despite funding uncertainties and regulatory questions.

Excite Technology Services has raised $2.8 million through a placement to accelerate growth in cybersecurity services and training, including investment in its flagship Nangu Tactical Centre.

Hazer Group has entered a binding six-year strategic alliance with global engineering leader KBR to exclusively market and license its methane pyrolysis technology, targeting the ammonia and methanol sectors. This partnership aims to accelerate commercialisation, expand global reach, and materially de-risk Hazer’s business plan.