Latest Industrial Manufacturing News

LaserBond Limited lifted net profit by 27.7% to $4.91 million for FY26, supported by a 10.8% revenue increase and a 15% EBITDA rise. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 0.8 cents per share, maintaining its dividend policy amid growth plans.

Adrad Holdings delivered a 15% rise in net profit after tax for FY26, driven by operational efficiency and growth in engineered heat transfer solutions, alongside a 15% dividend increase.

XRF Scientific reported an 8% revenue increase to $64.4 million and a modest 1% rise in net profit after tax for FY26, underpinned by strong performances in Precious Metals and Capital Equipment divisions and the strategic acquisition of Bruker’s CGA business.

CleanSpace has secured its largest-ever industrial order, worth approximately A$1.9 million, from a global mining customer operating in Indonesia, signalling growing confidence in its respiratory protection technology.

Mayfield Group Holdings is set to acquire Nilsen's Switchboards Division for $4 million, adding 66 skilled employees and the N-Series product platform to boost manufacturing capacity and revenue.

Reliance Worldwide Corporation plans to shutter its brass manufacturing in Melbourne, citing declining volumes tied to automation and supply chain shifts, while targeting a US$9 million boost to operating earnings by FY27.

VEEM Limited has finished its factory extension and installed new machinery, setting the stage for a stronger second half of FY26 and anticipated growth in FY27 driven by defence contracts and marine propulsion innovations.

FOS Capital, through its Aldridge Traffic Systems arm, has landed its largest contract to date, supplying advanced ITS lighting for a major Victorian freeway upgrade, lifting its order book to $9 million.

Multistack International reversed a $1.68 million loss to report a $2.26 million profit in 2025, driven by $4 million in settlement and asset disposal income. The company plans to exit its loss-making Australian operations through a share disposal while exploring new business avenues.

Sprintex has locked in an exclusive Saudi Arabia distribution agreement with Washnah Trading and landed a tender for the King Salman International Airport wastewater project, opening a potential $5 million supply opportunity.

XRF Scientific is set to broaden its industrial reach by acquiring Bruker’s Combustion Gas Analysis business for USD 4 million, adding a profitable product line and new market sectors.

XRF Scientific posted a 13.8% jump in March quarter revenue to $15.8 million, led by strong international sales and new product shipments. The newly operational India office marks a strategic expansion, setting the stage for further growth.