Latest Chemicals News

Anson Resources has lodged two US patent applications for a novel chemical-free technology that removes iron from lithium-rich brines, potentially cutting costs and environmental impact in its Direct Lithium Extraction process.

First Graphene lifted revenue by 15% to $537,594 for FY26 while narrowing its net loss slightly to $5.4 million. Key acquisitions and a landmark China cement distribution MOU set the stage for commercial expansion.

Redox Limited posted a strong FY26 with record revenue of $1.33 billion, a 19.2% jump in statutory net profit, and a 4% dividend increase, while announcing a board leadership transition.

Metallium has resolved a key permitting constraint at its Texas Gator Point campus, enabling chlorinated Flash Joule Heating testing to resume ahead of a major September campaign. The company also marks first revenue from its MXene development program and strengthens engineering leadership.

K&S Corporation’s FY2026 profit fell 16% underlying, with a 31% dividend cut reflecting cautious outlook amid economic uncertainty and contract losses.

Zeotech Limited’s zeoteCH4® technology slashed methane emissions by an average 92% in a six-month landfill trial at North Burnett Regional Council, confirming its promise as a practical methane mitigation solution under real-world conditions.

PLS Group Limited delivered a robust FY26 with record lithium production, strong cash flow, and progress on key expansions including the Ngungaju Plant restart and P2000 feasibility study.

Ansell Limited (ASX:ANN) reported a robust FY26 with net profit doubling to US$208.6 million, driven by strong sales growth and operational resilience amid geopolitical challenges. The company also announced a leadership change and reaffirmed its sustainability ambitions.

Elevra Lithium has secured a binding seven-year supply agreement with Mangrove Lithium for spodumene concentrate from its North American Lithium site, anchoring a key feedstock for Mangrove’s planned Canadian lithium conversion facility.

Parkway Corporate has cleared major regulatory hurdles for its Queensland Brine Management Complex, the first Australian facility authorised to convert coal seam gas waste brine into industrial chemicals, setting a new benchmark in sustainable waste management.

Redox Limited reported a robust FY26 with profit after tax rising 19.2% to $91.9 million on record revenue of $1.33 billion, supported by strong North American growth and improved margins. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 6.5 cents, bringing total dividends to 13 cents per share.

Mount Ridley Mines has lodged a provisional patent for its SelectroTM hydrometallurgical leach technology, demonstrating superior recoveries of rare earths, scandium, and gallium compared to conventional methods. The company is advancing testwork and commercial discussions to capitalise on the innovation.