Latest Commissioning News

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has signalled no objection to Rubik Australia's full acquisition of Qube Holdings, paving the way for the scheme's next legal and regulatory steps. The Qube board also plans a fully franked special dividend, contingent on scheme approval.

Askari Metals has expanded its Uis Project pipeline in Namibia by uncovering seven high-priority pegmatite targets through advanced hyperspectral analysis, setting the stage for upcoming reverse circulation drilling and trenching programs.

SDI Limited has satisfied key regulatory approvals and financing conditions for its proposed A$1.40 per share acquisition by a Sinocera-controlled bidder, with shareholder and court approvals still pending.

HITIQ Limited secured a Federal Court order extending the quotation period for its HIQOA listed options on the ASX, resolving a regulatory timing issue and validating the delayed admission.

International Graphite Ltd (ASX:IG6) has partnered with Alkeemia S.p.A. to establish a graphite processing facility in Italy, aiming for first production in the second half of 2027 and a final investment decision by Q3 2026.

Nickel Industries reported a robust US$80 million Adjusted EBITDA for April-May 2026, driven by a strong May rebound and significant working capital releases. The company also progressed commissioning of its Excelsior Nickel Cobalt HPAL project, targeting nickel cathode production by mid-August.

Zinc of Ireland (ASX: ZMI) has finalised its acquisition of Meclex, securing two hydrometallurgical technologies aimed at disrupting zinc and lead processing with low-emission methods. Backed by a fresh A$5.5 million placement, ZMI is accelerating pilot plant development and exploration at its Kildare project.

Kingfisher Mining has completed significant drilling at its Broken Hill projects, confirming promising copper-gold and silver-lead-zinc mineralisation, with assay results due soon and further exploration planned.

CLINUVEL Pharmaceuticals has lodged its Form 20-F with the U.S. SEC, seeking to elevate its American Depository Receipt program to a Nasdaq-listed American Depository Share, aiming to boost visibility and liquidity without raising capital.

Qube Holdings shareholders convened to endorse a $5.20 per share acquisition scheme by Rubik Australia, valuing the logistics firm at $9.3 billion equity and $11.7 billion enterprise value. The deal awaits key regulatory approvals and a rescheduled court hearing before implementation.

Firebird Metals has placed all critical equipment orders for its Perth-based Australian Demonstration Plant, triggering the first ARENA grant payment and setting the stage for a pivotal 90-day fabrication phase. The project remains on track for early Q4 2026 equipment delivery, with imminent lithium manganese rich cathode results expected from its China pilot plant.

Strike Energy’s Walyering West-1 well delivered a stabilised gas flow of 11 MMscf/d from the C1 sand, confirming a clean, condensate-rich gas accumulation near existing infrastructure in the Perth Basin.