Latest Advanced Manufacturing News

AML3D has opened a cutting-edge Wire-Arc Additive Manufacturing facility in Ohio, enhancing U.S. defense production and supporting the AUKUS partnership. The new site aims to supply critical components for the Virginia-class submarine program while creating local jobs.

HighCom Limited has recommissioned its XTclave™ system in Ohio, doubling production capacity and setting the stage for new ballistic product launches in FY26. The move strengthens its collaboration with the U.S. Department of Defense and positions the company for significant government contract opportunities.

Ionic Rare Earths is broadening its Viridion Joint Venture to include a US-based rare earth refinery, aiming to strengthen a secure supply chain for critical magnet and heavy rare earth oxides outside China.

Australian Strategic Materials has initiated a $3 million underwritten Share Purchase Plan to accelerate its US metallisation expansion and boost capabilities at its Korean Metals Plant, signaling a strategic push amid shifting global supply dynamics.

Ionic Rare Earths’ Brazilian joint venture, Viridion, has been selected for significant government funding to accelerate rare earth refining and magnet recycling, marking a major step in Brazil’s strategic push for a secure, sustainable supply chain.

Aurora Labs has been awarded a $544,333 Defence Industry Development Grant to expand its production capabilities for gas turbine propulsion systems, reinforcing Australia’s sovereign defence manufacturing.

Cardiex Limited has announced a fully underwritten 1-for-4 entitlement offer at $0.04 per share, aiming to raise approximately $4.1 million to advance manufacturing and scale its supply chain. The offer closes on 20 June 2025, following a recent $2.4 million placement.

Everest Metals Corporation has completed a breakthrough engineering study demonstrating 97% rubidium recovery at its Mt Edon project, advancing Australia’s entry into the global rubidium market with a patented extraction process.

Brazilian Rare Earths Limited has confirmed an ultra-high-grade rare earth deposit at its Sulista Project in Brazil, highlighted by exceptional drill results and a new Outcrop Ridge discovery signaling district-scale potential.

Amaero Ltd updates its financial outlook, targeting positive EBITDA by FY2027 and reaffirming a A$72 million capital investment plan despite delays in US Department of Defense contracts.

Ionic Rare Earths, through its Viridion joint venture, has delivered the first recycled rare earth oxides to Brazil’s CIT SENAI ITR, marking a key step toward a domestic magnet supply chain in South America.

VEEM Limited has been awarded $2 million in government grants to enhance its manufacturing capabilities for critical naval components, supporting Australia's nuclear submarine and defence programs.