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Lithium Universe Limited has secured exclusive rights to a breakthrough silver extraction technology from Macquarie University, promising high-purity silver recovery from solar panels while preserving valuable silicon wafers. This innovation complements their existing recycling and lithium refining strategies in North America.

Freightways has reported solid financial results for FY25 with revenue up 6.6% and net profit rising nearly 13%, alongside an 8% dividend increase. The company’s robust Q1 FY26 trading update highlights continued momentum driven by market share gains and operational efficiencies.

Ionic Rare Earths advances its global rare earths strategy with significant UK government funding, increased heavy rare earth oxide production, and a $15.6 million capital raise backed by a strategic US investor.

Iondrive Limited has advanced its battery recycling ambitions by securing key partnerships in the US and Australia, commencing pilot plant construction, and gaining substantial government funding support.

Sprintex has successfully delivered and begun commissioning integrated control systems for Mest Water’s Netherlands facility, marking a key milestone before commercial production scale-up and a potential €9.3 million maiden order.

Clean TeQ Water Limited reports strong Q1 FY26 progress, securing major contracts and boosting cash reserves amid advancing proprietary water treatment technologies.

Range International Limited has reported its strongest quarterly sales to date, driven by its Re>Pal Indonesia operations, while gearing up to double production capacity with a new factory and pivoting to a pallet rental model.

Latrobe Magnesium Limited has received a non-binding Letter of Interest from the U.S. Export Import Bank to finance up to A$200 million for its Stage 2 Commercial Magnesium Plant, aiming to strengthen critical mineral supply chains for the U.S.

Lithium Universe and Macquarie University unveil a breakthrough in solar panel recycling technology that dramatically cuts acid consumption and boosts silver recovery efficiency. This innovation promises to reshape the economics and sustainability of photovoltaic waste processing.

Delorean Corporation has applied for Practical Completion of its Yarra Valley Water bioenergy facility, signaling readiness to transition into operations and maintenance. This milestone sets the stage for an $8 million contract phase and highlights the company’s growing footprint in renewable energy.

Lithium Universe Limited has unveiled plans for a second lithium carbonate refinery in Brownsville, Texas, complementing its flagship Québec project and aiming to ease North America's lithium supply bottleneck.

Ionic Rare Earths has raised $15.6 million through a heavily oversubscribed rights issue and placement, anchored by a $3 million strategic investment from U.S.-based Argentem Creek Partners. The capital will fund the company’s global expansion in magnet recycling and rare earth supply chain development amid rising geopolitical tensions.