Latest Construction Sector News

Estrella Resources has announced a substantial maiden JORC (2012) inferred limestone resource of 621 million tonnes at its Werumata project in Timor-Leste, highlighting multiple product streams and significant upside potential.

Orica Limited posted its strongest half-year EBIT in over 20 years at $512 million, driven by premium product demand and strategic acquisitions including Nelson Brothers. The company also initiated a $100 million cost reduction program and declared a 28.5 cent interim dividend.

EVZ Limited projects full year revenue between $120 million and $125 million for FY26, alongside an EBITDA forecast of $8.5 million to $9 million, reflecting improved margins and operational efficiency.

RBR Group has secured $365,000 in a share placement led by major shareholder Paul Natoli to fund tender activities in Mozambique and strengthen its balance sheet amid ongoing project opportunities.

Green360 Technologies has kicked off commercial production of its low-carbon Eco-Clay cement alternative through a capital-light tolling agreement with Calix, while securing federal grant funding and a $4.5 million placement to fuel growth.

First Graphene has demonstrated a significant carbon reduction in cement roof tiles through a UK production trial with FP McCann, using graphene-enhanced cement to lower emissions and material use.

NoviqTech’s Coralia has teamed with Swinburne University to explore biochar’s role in reducing embodied carbon in concrete, targeting the booming data centre construction sector.

Acrow Limited has reported record new hire contracts and a robust sales pipeline, confirming FY26 guidance and issuing optimistic initial guidance for FY27 revenue and earnings.

Eden Innovations reports robust expansion of its EdenCrete® concrete additives in North and South America, driven by new contracts with major ready-mix concrete producers. The company’s low-carbon products are gaining traction amid growing sustainability demands.

Green360 Technologies has landed a $3 million federal grant to advance Eco-Clay, a low-carbon cement alternative, aiming to decarbonise Australia's construction sector.

Orica Limited has resolved its US litigation with CF Industries by agreeing to a US$169.5 million settlement and is acquiring Nelson Brothers’ explosives business, strengthening its North American operations and boosting earnings.

Metro Performance Glass reports solid operational gains and a stronger balance sheet amid ongoing construction market challenges, though revenue falls short of earlier forecasts.