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Green360 Technologies has successfully raised A$4 million through a share placement to fund the commercialisation and scaling of its innovative low-carbon cement technology, supported by institutional investors and strengthened leadership.

Metro Performance Glass is set to strengthen its balance sheet and support its turnaround strategy through a $15 million to $24 million equity raise, with Amari Metals Australia poised to become the majority shareholder. This recapitalisation aims to reduce debt and improve operational focus amid challenging market conditions.

Pacific Lime and Cement Limited has approved the Final Investment Decision for its Central Lime Project, adopting a fully equity-funded approach that slashes upfront capital costs by 42% and secures strong backing from the Papua New Guinea government and local communities.

Brickworks Limited has announced a fully franked final dividend of 48.4 cents per share for FY2025, linked to Washington H. Soul Pattinson’s dividend as part of their proposed merger. The dividend will be paid regardless of the merger outcome.

Brickworks Limited reports a mixed second half of FY25 with strong property gains offset by a significant impairment in its North American operations, while its planned merger with Soul Patts remains on track.

James Hardie Industries has successfully syndicated $3.5 billion in new credit facilities, providing robust financial backing for its planned merger with The AZEK Company Inc. This move significantly reduces prior bridge loan commitments and enhances the company’s financial flexibility.

Green360 Technologies has developed a proprietary low-carbon cement blend using red mud and kaolin, achieving significant reductions in hazardous leachates and competitive strength performance. The company is poised to begin commercial-scale validation with JV partner PERMAcast.

KPMG's latest actuarial report reveals a slight increase in asbestos-related disease liabilities for former James Hardie entities, driven by a notable rise in mesothelioma claims and evolving actuarial assumptions.

James Hardie Industries plc reported a slight dip in FY25 sales and profits but met guidance, while announcing a transformative acquisition of The AZEK Company Inc to accelerate growth and synergies.

James Hardie has released its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended March 31, 2025, accompanied by a suite of detailed reports filed with both the ASX and SEC.

Green360 Technologies has successfully produced high-quality metakaolin from its kaolin resources, surpassing industry benchmarks and initiating commercial-scale trials with PERMAcast to validate its low-carbon cement formulations.

ClearVue Technologies has inked a five-year exclusive manufacturing and distribution agreement with New Zealand’s Viridian Glass, marking its strategic entry into the New Zealand market with solar-integrated glazing solutions.