Latest Recycling News

Lithium Universe Limited has taken a significant step forward in its North American lithium refining ambitions by confirming the suitability of a Brownsville, Texas site for its second refinery. This move supports a binational platform designed to meet surging demand for battery-grade lithium carbonate.

SGH Ltd and Steel Dynamics have jointly proposed a $13.2 billion acquisition of BlueScope Steel, offering shareholders a significant premium and planning a strategic split of assets between Australia and North America.

Metallium’s US subsidiary has locked in a binding multi-year supply agreement with Glencore for electronic scrap, underpinning the commercial scale-up of its innovative Flash Joule Heating technology in Texas.

EcoGraf Limited has strengthened its cash position with a $1.7 million Australian R&D tax incentive and is pursuing €4 million in European grants to advance its graphite business across Tanzania and Europe.

Chariot Resources has inked a non-binding MOU with Shanghai GreatPower to collaborate on lithium offtake, financing, and processing in Nigeria, marking a significant step in developing the country’s lithium sector.

EVT Limited has acquired the premium QT Auckland hotel for NZ$87.5 million, reinforcing its strategic presence in key city markets while divesting non-core assets to focus on high-performing properties.

Scentre Group has sold a 19.9% stake in Westfield Sydney to Australian Retirement Trust for $864 million, reinforcing its strategy of capital recycling through joint ventures.

Latrobe Magnesium Limited has received a $6.29 million R&D tax rebate from the ATO, using the funds to reduce debt and progress its magnesium production plants in Australia and Malaysia.

Lithium Universe Limited has completed the second tranche of its share placement, raising $40,000 and issuing over 56 million listed options, as it pushes forward with lithium refinery projects in Québec and Texas.

Saunders International has landed a $10.4 million contract to build new water storage infrastructure in South West Sydney, reinforcing its foothold in the growing water infrastructure sector.

Lendlease has struck a binding agreement to sell a significant stake in its Malaysian TRX retail and office assets, marking a key step in its FY26 capital recycling strategy aimed at reducing gearing and unlocking value.

EIT RawMaterials has committed an additional €1.5 million to advance the Finnish Vanadium Recovery Project, reinforcing its role in Europe's critical materials supply chain. This marks the third funding round supporting technical innovation and project financing efforts.