Latest Advanced Manufacturing News

Li-S Energy has won a $7.8 million ARENA grant to accelerate development of a lithium-sulfur battery manufacturing facility in Australia, aiming to boost production capacity from 2 MWh to 1 GWh annually.

Power Minerals has partnered with Australian tech firm Gega Elements to develop a gallium extraction process from its Santa Anna Project in Brazil, aiming to establish a vertically integrated supply chain amid rising global demand and supply risks.

Aurora Labs has entered a strategic MOU with Ares Armaments to co-develop advanced metal components for defence, aiming to revolutionise small-arms manufacturing with additive technology.

Encounter Resources has uncovered a new high-grade niobium and rare earth element zone 500 metres east of its Crean resource, highlighting the expanding potential of the Elephant Island Fault corridor in Western Australia.

Anteris Technologies has gained FDA approval to start patient recruitment in the US for its pivotal PARADIGM Trial, following initial European regulatory success. The company advances manufacturing and clinical readiness as it pushes toward key regulatory milestones.

Temas Resources has completed 1,000m of a 2,500m diamond drilling program at its La Blache project in Quebec, targeting expansion of titanium and critical minerals resources. Early signs of gallium and scandium add to the project's potential value.

NeuroScientific Biopharmaceuticals has initiated treatment of its fourth patient under the Special Access Scheme for StemSmart™, progressing towards a Phase 2 trial targeting severe Crohn’s disease.

Ionic Rare Earths has signed a landmark MOU with US Strategic Metals to develop rare earth magnet recycling in Missouri, advancing the US-Australia critical minerals partnership and aiming to reduce reliance on Chinese supply.

Metal Powder Works has secured a follow-on contract with Westinghouse Electric Company to refine metal powders for nuclear additive manufacturing, reinforcing its foothold in a rapidly growing sector.

Almonty Industries reported a strong net income in Q3 2025, driven by a significant non-cash warrant gain, while advancing the ramp-up of its flagship Sangdong Mine amid rising tungsten demand.

Aquirian Limited has completed a strategic review of its Wubin Energetics Precinct and entered a framework agreement with Hongda Civil Blasting Group to establish a joint venture for an automated electronic detonator facility in Western Australia.

Provaris Energy has advanced its hydrogen and carbon dioxide storage technologies through strategic partnerships and a new Norwegian fabrication facility, setting the stage for commercialisation in European energy markets.