Latest Materials News

Nickel Industries Limited plans to issue new senior unsecured notes while tendering its existing 2028 notes, aiming to extend its debt maturity profile and optimize its capital structure.

Iluka Resources has updated its dividend details for the first half of 2025, confirming a fully franked dividend of 2 cents per share and announcing a Dividend Reinvestment Plan price of AUD 6.0274.

ChemX Materials Limited has entered voluntary administration following a turbulent quarter marked by convertible note amendments, a trading suspension, and ongoing funding challenges.

Lithium Universe Limited reports a major advance in silver recycling technology, achieving near-Britannia-grade purity in just five minutes using its proprietary JESE method. This innovation promises to reshape solar panel recycling with higher efficiency and sustainability.

Iondrive Limited has inked a binding Term Sheet with Livium Limited to commercialise its innovative Deep Eutectic Solvent (DES) technology for recycling critical materials from batteries, solar panels, and e-waste in Australia, with a pilot plant set to begin commissioning by the end of 2025.

Syrah Resources has secured an extension to address an alleged default under its Tesla offtake agreement, pushing the cure deadline to November 2025 as both parties work toward resolution.

MyEco Group has appointed Marie de Perthuis as its new CEO, aiming to leverage her extensive FMCG and retail experience to drive sales growth and build on recent operational restructuring.

Rio Tinto has updated its 2025 interim dividend details, confirming a fully franked USD 1.48 per share payout with flexible currency payment options and a Dividend Reinvestment Plan.

Peak Rare Earths has dismissed a $240 million acquisition proposal from General Innovation Capital Partners, reaffirming its commitment to Shenghe Resources’ $195 million scheme. The board cites concerns over GICP’s incomplete offer and regulatory uncertainties.

First Graphene’s UK partner Vector Group has filed patents for novel fire-resistant materials enhanced with PureGRAPH graphene, showing 100% self-extinguishing performance and improved safety for construction.

New Hope Corporation Limited has unveiled a Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP) offering eligible Australian and New Zealand shareholders a flexible, fee-free way to reinvest dividends into additional shares. The plan empowers investors to grow their holdings conveniently while maintaining control over participation levels.

Highfield Resources clarifies its financial position amid funding uncertainties, confirming ongoing talks with major investors and a standstill on matured convertible notes. The company maintains its commitment to the Muga Potash Project despite setbacks.