Latest Materials News

OM Holdings Limited reported a sharp decline in profit and EBITDA for FY2025, impacted by lower selling prices and market competition, while preparing to complete a major asset disposal valued at US$120 million.

Latrobe Magnesium has successfully achieved continuous production of magnesium oxide from brown coal ash at its Hazelwood North Demonstration Plant, marking a critical step towards magnesium metal production later this year.

Alpha HPA Limited reported a $22.5 million loss for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by ongoing investment in its HPA First Project. Despite the loss, strong demand from semiconductor and battery sectors and a recent $225 million capital raise position the company for significant growth.

Capral Limited reported a resilient FY25 with earnings growth despite market headwinds, declaring a 30-cent dividend and reinforcing its commitment to sustainability with a 20% emissions reduction target by 2030.

Firebird Metals has locked in exclusive global rights to five critical LMFP patents, solidifying its position in the lithium-ion battery materials market and paving the way for its Australian Demonstration Plant.

First Graphene Limited reported a strong 53% revenue increase driven by new industrial applications, yet posted a $3.35 million net loss influenced by non-cash finance costs. The company’s recent $3.5 million capital raise positions it to focus on commercial expansion without further funding.

Papyrus Australia Limited reported a reduced half-year loss and marked a significant commercial milestone with a $4.2 million supply contract, advancing its transition from technology development to early-stage commercialisation.

Vulcan Steel reported an 8.6% revenue increase to NZ$535.4 million for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by its Roofing Industries acquisition and Steel segment growth, despite a 9.7% drop in net profit after tax.

Impact Minerals’ 50%-owned Alluminous has hit a key milestone by shipping its first batch of high purity alumina to U.S. battery innovator C4V, advancing pilot plant operations and product qualification.

Talga Group’s application for a major Swedish government grant was declined due to budget constraints, yet the company remains on track with alternative financing to scale its graphite anode production.

PLS Group has acquired Calix’s stake in their joint lithium processing venture, gaining full ownership and operational control while securing a royalty-free licence for Calix’s calciner technology.

Livium Ltd has turned a profit in the first half of FY26 despite lower revenues, supported by cost cuts and a new joint venture. The company also secured $4.5 million in fresh capital to expand its lithium-ion battery recycling and rare earth initiatives.