Latest Supply Chain News

Firebird Metals has inked a non-binding MoU with global mining giant Eramet to supply manganese ore for its upcoming battery-grade manganese plant in China, marking a pivotal step toward production. The agreement aims to evolve into a long-term supply contract by 2026, underpinning Firebird’s growth in the EV battery materials market.

Ansell Limited has announced a USD 0.222 per share dividend for the six months ending December 2024, payable in March 2025 with a full dividend reinvestment plan available.

Ansell Limited delivered a robust FY25 half-year performance, marked by double-digit sales and earnings growth, successful KBU acquisition integration, and an upward revision of adjusted EPS guidance.

Ansell Limited reports robust FY25 half-year results, driven by strong organic sales and EBIT growth, while accelerating its KBU integration and productivity initiatives.

Critical Metals Corp. has secured US$22.5 million through a private placement to advance its Tanbreez Rare Earth Project in Greenland and Wolfsberg Lithium Project in Austria, reinforcing its position in the critical metals supply chain for Europe.

Tivan has initiated its first diamond drilling program at the high-grade lead-silver Aileron target in the Northern Territory, following a key land access agreement. This marks a pivotal step in assessing a promising polymetallic deposit within the Sandover AI Project.

Cygnus Metals has secured conditional approval for up to C$1.3 million from Canada’s Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund to support key pre-construction milestones at its Chibougamau Copper-Gold Project, marking a significant step towards feasibility and infrastructure development.

New World Resources has secured a critical federal permitting milestone for its Antler Copper Project, setting a clear path to full approval within 12 months and construction commencement in H2 2025.

Prospech Limited reports exceptional drill assay results from its Korsnäs rare earth element project in Finland, extending the resource envelope with some of the highest grade-thickness intersections to date. These findings reinforce the project's potential amid growing demand for critical minerals in Europe.

Enova Mining Ltd reports multiple high-grade titanium dioxide intercepts exceeding 15% TiO2 at its CODA North project, highlighting significant multi-commodity potential alongside rare earth elements.

Nick Scali Limited reported a stronger-than-expected half-year profit, driven by solid ANZ performance, while its UK operations continue to face restructuring challenges amid store refurbishments.

Nick Scali Limited’s half-year results reveal a 30.2% decline in statutory profit, impacted by UK acquisition losses and restructuring costs, yet the company maintains shareholder returns with a fully franked interim dividend.