Latest Bitumen News

Greenvale Energy is expanding the final phase of Alpha Test Program 7 after Technix failed to produce a compliant C-170 paving-grade binder. SAMI Bitumen Technologies will now test conventional bitumen blending and additive-based formulations, with results expected from a six to eight-week laboratory program.

Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited reported a 47% rise in net profit for H1 2026, driven by expanded fuel storage capacity and upgraded EBITDA guidance, while declaring a 16% higher interim dividend.

Maritana Minerals has secured key regulatory approvals and is progressing critical non-process infrastructure at its Black Swan Processing Hub, keeping the project on track for first gold production in the second half of 2027.

Greenvale Energy has secured the Thunderball Uranium Project and expanded its Northern Territory portfolio to a 2,466km² district-scale landholding, featuring multiple high-grade targets and a historic resource slated for upgrade.

Greenvale Energy has completed initial product assessments for its Alpha Project bitumen samples, successfully separating volatile fractions and producing a bitumen-like material. The company plans further processing to meet industry specifications and awaits independent certification.

Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited has accelerated key project completions and expanded contract scope, prompting a raised EBITDA forecast for FY2026 amid an uncertain fuel demand outlook.

Greenvale Energy has sharpened its uranium exploration focus with new step-out targets at Oasis and secured a critical exploration licence at Douglas River, while pushing its Alpha Project into product development.

Greenvale Energy Limited has completed a key milestone in its Alpha Torbanite Project test program, progressing towards producing certified bitumen products amid tightening Australian bitumen markets.

Greenvale Energy has promoted Alex Cheeseman from CEO to Managing Director as the company prepares for a pivotal 2026 field season across its uranium projects in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

First Graphene Limited has broadened its North American footprint by appointing SuperGrafeno as its distributor in Canada, targeting the country’s infrastructure sector with its innovative graphene-enhanced cement and concrete products.

Channel Infrastructure reported steady FY25 financials with record throughput and key project progress, while raising dividends and expanding into Australia via a strategic pipeline stake.

Channel Infrastructure has reported a 3.9% increase in fuel throughput for Q4 2025, marking its highest quarterly volume since import terminal operations began. Key infrastructure projects are progressing ahead of schedule, positioning the company strongly for future growth.