Latest Commercialization News

Latrobe Magnesium has commenced start-up operations at its Hazelwood North Demonstration Plant following EPA licence renewal, overcoming recent weather-related supply setbacks. The company aims to begin magnesium oxide production within the week as it advances toward full commissioning.

OD6 Metals announces a major upgrade at its Splinter Rock Rare Earth Project with the addition of an onsite Chlor-Alkali Facility, promising significant cost savings and enhanced product flexibility. This development could reshape the economics and sustainability profile of one of Australia’s largest rare earth deposits.

Nanoveu’s subsidiary EMASS has demonstrated a remarkable leap in drone endurance using its ECS-DoT ultra-low-power AI chip, achieving average flight time extensions of 60% across multiple drone types in over 300 simulated trials.

IperionX has boosted its titanium powder capacity by 60% with no extra capital, cutting unit costs to $55/kg, and is now accelerating a US Department of Defense-backed expansion to 1,400 tpa aiming for the lowest-cost titanium production in America.

Future Battery Minerals Ltd has reported impressive Phase 1 drilling results at its Miriam Project in Western Australia, revealing thick, high-grade gold intercepts at the Forrest prospect that exceed expectations and open new exploration avenues.

Metallium Ltd has won its first U.S. Department of Defense SBIR contract to advance domestic recovery of gallium using its innovative Flash Joule Heating technology. This milestone positions the company for larger future contracts and supports critical mineral supply chain resilience.

Invictus Energy's Cabora Bassa Project in Zimbabwe has been officially granted National Project Status, alongside finalising key terms of its Petroleum Production Sharing Agreement, marking a significant step towards commercial gas production.

Pure Hydrogen Corporation has signed a Letter of Intent with California's GTS Group to supply hydrogen-powered heavy vehicles, marking a strategic push into the North American market.

Evolution Energy Minerals has unveiled a strategic update on its development-ready Tanzanian graphite project, announcing a $1.45 million renounceable rights issue to accelerate project development and capitalize on binding offtake agreements.

First Graphene Limited reveals significant progress in commercialising its PureGRAPH graphene technology, highlighting expanding global partnerships and a robust sales pipeline valued over A$10 million.

Altech Batteries has secured preliminary approval for a €46.7 million German government grant to support its innovative CERENERGY solid-state battery project, marking a significant step in its push to commercialize lithium-free energy storage technology.

Synertec Corporation has secured another order from Santos Limited for its Powerhouse renewable microgrid system at a remote Queensland gas site, reinforcing its role in decarbonising industrial energy supply.