Latest Materials News

James Hardie Industries reports a 34% jump in Q2 FY26 net sales driven by the AZEK acquisition and European growth, while grappling with margin pressures and integration costs.

Power Minerals has partnered with Australian tech firm Gega Elements to develop a gallium extraction process from its Santa Anna Project in Brazil, aiming to establish a vertically integrated supply chain amid rising global demand and supply risks.

Alcoa Corporation has updated its dividend announcement to clarify currency exchange rates and payment options for its upcoming quarterly dividend, ensuring shareholders understand their payment choices and tax obligations.

Nexus Minerals reports robust one-metre assay results from Clement and Godfrey prospects, confirming significant gold mineralisation at Wallbrook. The Crusader-Templar Mine Development and Closure Plan has secured regulatory approval, paving the way for operational progress.

Critical Resources Limited has secured a 12-month exclusive option to evaluate advanced solid-state lithium-ion battery technology from the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology, aiming to enhance battery safety, performance, and commercial potential.

Ballard Mining reports strong progress on its Phase 1 infill drilling at the Baldock gold deposit, confirming high-grade gold intersections and advancing towards a maiden Ore Reserve by mid-2026.

WestStar Industrial’s subsidiary Alltype Engineering has landed approximately $40 million in contracts spanning gas, water, and petrochemical sectors, including a major gas facility in the Northern Territory’s Beetaloo Basin.

ALS Limited reported a robust half-year performance with underlying revenue up 13.3% and net profit after tax rising 17.2%, driven by strong growth in both Commodities and Life Sciences divisions. The company also declared a higher interim dividend and advanced its global expansion strategy.

Antaria has disclosed several FDA-identified GMP compliance issues but assures no impact on product quality or supply, committing to expert-led remediation and enhanced training.

Livium Ltd has locked in exclusive worldwide rights to a cutting-edge microwave technology from the University of Melbourne, promising high recovery rates and energy savings in rare earth and platinum group metals extraction.

Energy Transition Minerals has taken a decisive legal step by asking Greenland’s High Court to remove Denmark from its rare earth project dispute, paving the way for substantive hearings on its exploitation licence claim.

Critica Limited has raised A$8 million in an oversubscribed placement to accelerate development of its Jupiter rare earths project, positioning itself as a key supplier of critical minerals for emerging technologies.