Latest Coatings News

ClearVue Technologies advances its building-integrated solar tech with new product breakthroughs and global commercial projects, while strengthening its financial footing and board expertise.

International Graphite Limited has secured key approvals and funding to progress its Collie Micronising Facility and European Expandable Graphite Project, positioning itself as a major supplier outside China.

1414 Degrees has made significant strides in developing its Aurora Energy Precinct, securing crucial regulatory approvals for its battery storage system and progressing its battery materials and hydrogen technologies.

Latrobe Magnesium has resolved a critical manufacturing defect at its Demonstration Plant, enabling Magnesium Oxide production to resume, while securing key financial support for its commercial expansion plans.

Impact Minerals reports significant advancements in its High Purity Alumina projects, a strategic collaboration with US battery innovator C4V, and renewed exploration activities in NSW’s Broken Hill region.

Alexium International Group has acquired Microtek Laboratories’ microencapsulation business, marking a strategic pivot to manufacturing-led growth and raising $4.6 million to fund expansion. Despite a slight sales dip, the company is poised for a stronger 2026 with new product lines and military trials underway.

Sparc Technologies has marked a significant milestone with sustained hydrogen production at its pioneering pilot plant and secured key patents, while also achieving its first commercial sale of graphene additives.

Titomic has made significant strides in transitioning from development to production, securing key contracts in defense and semiconductor sectors while maintaining a strong cash position.

Metals Australia Limited has reported a significant expansion of its Lac Carheil graphite resource and advanced engineering designs for both upstream and downstream battery material projects in Quebec, alongside promising drilling results in Australia.

First Graphene Limited has reported a landmark quarter with a 156% surge in customer cash receipts and a major industrial-scale production of graphene-enhanced cement, signalling a pivotal step in commercialising graphene across multiple sectors.

Metals Australia Ltd is progressing pre-feasibility studies for its Lac Carheil Graphite Project in Quebec, aligning with the province’s new strategy to accelerate critical minerals development. The project’s expanded resource and downstream battery material plans position it well for North American markets.

Talga Group has successfully raised A$7.3 million through an oversubscribed Share Purchase Plan, surpassing its A$5 million target to fund a significant ramp-up in graphite anode production and support strategic growth initiatives.