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Verbrec Limited accelerated its growth trajectory in FY2026, driven by a strategic acquisition and divestment, delivering a 52% revenue increase and a near tripling of net profit.

Austin Engineering's FY26 results reveal a 12.7% revenue drop and a 53.7% EBITDA decline, driven by operational setbacks in the Americas and a loss-making Chile contract. Improved cash flow and safety metrics offer a silver lining as the company embarks on a reset for FY27.

Zicom Group anticipates a significant fall in revenue and profits for FY2026, citing completion of major EPC contracts and geopolitical headwinds, but sees improving prospects with renewed political stability and fresh tenders.

IPD Group reported record FY26 results, driven by robust data centre expansion and the Platinum Cables acquisition, delivering earnings above guidance and declaring a higher dividend.

Advanced Innergy Solutions has completed its acquisition of Matrix Composites & Engineering via a members’ scheme, paying shareholders 40 cents per share and moving to delist the company from the ASX by 24 July 2026.

Scott Technology delivered a solid HY26 with 7% EBITDA growth to $13 million, driven by strong performances in Materials Handling and Mining, offsetting softness in Protein and Appliances. Forward work rose to $177 million, underpinning expectations for a stronger second half despite geopolitical uncertainties.

Advanced Innergy Holdings Ltd (ASX:AIH) has entered an exclusivity deed with Matrix Composites & Engineering Ltd (ASX:MCE) following a non-binding indicative offer to acquire all MCE shares at $0.40 each. The exclusivity period extends to 28 April 2026, allowing AIH to negotiate binding terms exclusively as part of its strategy to expand in subsea technologies and manufacturing in the Asia-Pacific region.

Matrix Composites & Engineering Ltd has entered into an exclusivity deed with Advanced Innergy Holdings Limited (ASX: AIH) following AIH's non-binding proposal to acquire all Matrix shares at $0.40 each. The exclusivity period extends until 28 April 2026, during which AIH has exclusive due diligence rights.

Sprintex has cleared a key hurdle in a UK water utility procurement process, positioning itself for participation in a £104 billion infrastructure upgrade cycle focused on energy-efficient wastewater treatment.

Austin Engineering has addressed ASX concerns over its half-year earnings, confirming compliance with disclosure rules despite downward revisions to FY26 guidance.

Verbrec Limited reports a strong first half of FY2026, with revenue climbing to $46.1 million and EBITDA more than doubling, driven by the strategic acquisition of Alliance Automation.

Verbrec Limited has reported a remarkable turnaround in its half-year results, posting a $9 million net profit and announcing its first interim dividend in the current period. Strategic acquisitions and a sharp rise in net tangible assets underpin this strong performance.