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Schaffer Corporation Limited reported a significant 61% drop in net profit and a 17% decline in revenue for the half-year ended December 2025, impacted by operational disruptions and softer market conditions. Despite the downturn, the company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 45 cents per share.

RWC’s H1 FY26 results reveal a 4.6% sales decline and a 22.5% drop in adjusted EBITDA, largely due to US tariffs and regional market pressures. The company is countering challenges by opening a new manufacturing facility in Mexico and expects modest sales recovery in H2 FY26.

Ansell Limited reported a robust 61.5% surge in net profit for the first half of FY26, driven by operational efficiencies and strategic acquisitions, while announcing a planned CEO transition.

Amaero Ltd reported a remarkable 367% revenue increase to A$7.76 million for H1 FY2026, supported by a $50 million capital raise and exclusive supply agreements with industry leaders. Despite widening losses, the company is accelerating capacity expansion and securing key partnerships in aerospace and defence.

Titomic Limited has secured a Space Act Agreement with NASA to evaluate its innovative cold spray additive manufacturing technology for aerospace applications, marking a significant step into the space sector.

Orora has reported a strong first half for FY26 with a 32% rise in underlying net profit, driven by robust volume growth in its Cans segment and improved cash flow. The company also announced a fresh $270 million on-market share buyback, signalling confidence in its ongoing growth trajectory.

Orora Limited reported a statutory profit of $58.9 million for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by operational improvements despite significant restructuring costs. The company declared an interim dividend and announced a fresh share buy-back program.

Foresta Group Holdings has formalised a 30-year lease for its Kawerau site in New Zealand, marking a pivotal step in advancing its integrated biomass manufacturing ambitions.

Papyrus Australia has taken a significant step towards commercialisation with a $4.2 million supply contract and the near completion of its Adelaide Rapid Prototyping and R&D Facility.

Alexium International Group has acquired Microtek Laboratories’ microencapsulation business, marking a strategic pivot to manufacturing-led growth and raising $4.6 million to fund expansion. Despite a slight sales dip, the company is poised for a stronger 2026 with new product lines and military trials underway.

Range International Limited has reported its strongest quarterly sales and production figures yet in Indonesia, while strategically pivoting towards a pallet rental model to secure more stable revenue streams.

Titomic has made significant strides in transitioning from development to production, securing key contracts in defense and semiconductor sectors while maintaining a strong cash position.