Latest Materials News

Volt Resources is advancing its Alabama Graphite Refinery project to produce high purity graphite in the US, leveraging proven Ukrainian technology and targeting near-term commercial production with low capital costs and strong environmental credentials.

Fortescue Ltd has initiated a US$600 million tender offer to repurchase select senior notes, aiming to streamline its debt profile and support sustainability financing efforts.

First Graphene has launched its PureGRAPH-enhanced waterproofing additive in South Africa, marking a significant step into the regional cement and concrete sector with promising trial results and initial commercial orders.

New Hope Corporation has updated its final dividend details for FY2025, confirming a fully franked payout of 15 cents per share and revising the dividend reinvestment plan price to $4.01.

Ramelius Resources has updated its dividend announcement, confirming a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.05 per share for FY2025, alongside details of its Dividend Reinvestment Plan pricing.

Metallium’s U.S. subsidiary has signed a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding with Glencore, setting the stage for a major supply and offtake partnership in electronic scrap recycling. This collaboration underpins Metallium’s Texas facility launch and validates its proprietary technology in a competitive market.

Ryzon Materials has expanded its engineering contract with Xinhai to fast track production at its Nachu Graphite Project, alongside a $500,000 capital raising from Xinhai. The deal involves a $3.5 million contract largely settled through shares and options, pending shareholder approval.

Papyrus Australia has appointed Daniel Schmidt as CEO and secured a $250k government grant alongside a binding agreement to produce biodegradable mining products, marking a decisive shift from R&D to commercial operations.

Rio Tinto Limited has updated its dividend reinvestment plan details, announcing a DRP share price of AUD 121.97 and an allocation date of 2 October 2025 for its fully franked interim dividend.

NOVONIX has delivered its first commercial-grade synthetic graphite sample at mass production scale, marking a key step toward expanding its battery and industrial materials footprint.

Zeotech Limited has successfully raised $13 million through a strongly supported placement, positioning the company to advance mining operations at its Toondoon Kaolin Project and progress its AusPozz™ feasibility study.

IperionX has received an additional $25 million from the U.S. Department of War to accelerate titanium production at its Virginia facility, reinforcing domestic supply chains for critical defense materials.