Latest Contracts News

Firebird Metals has inked a non-binding MoU with global mining giant Eramet to supply manganese ore for its upcoming battery-grade manganese plant in China, marking a pivotal step toward production. The agreement aims to evolve into a long-term supply contract by 2026, underpinning Firebird’s growth in the EV battery materials market.

Nyrada has secured ethics approval to begin its first-in-human Phase Ia trial of NYR-BI03, a promising neuro- and cardioprotective drug candidate. Recruitment starts soon, with dosing expected by March and results due in Q3 2025.

Opyl Limited has entered a strategic partnership with Avion, integrating its AI-powered TrialKey platform to enhance clinical trial design and execution across the APAC region.

Sigma Healthcare has raised its FY25 normalised EBIT guidance to $64-$70 million, driven by robust operational performance and the successful rollout of a key supply contract with Chemist Warehouse.

Sparc Technologies has secured a fourth trial agreement with BHP Mitsubishi Alliance to test its graphene-enhanced ecosparc® coating in harsh mining conditions, aiming to validate its anti-corrosive performance against market leaders.

ikeGPS has halted acquisition talks after a private equity offer at a 62% premium failed to secure key shareholder backing, signaling confidence in its growth trajectory within the electric utility software market.

Charter Hall Long WALE REIT reported a resilient half-year performance with near-full occupancy and solid income growth, reaffirming its FY25 earnings and distribution guidance amid strategic portfolio adjustments.

Hotel Property Investments (HPI) reported a solid $16.7 million statutory profit for H1 FY25, alongside a 3.2% rise in distributions and a successful debt refinancing that extends maturity and reduces costs.

Nick Scali Limited reported a stronger-than-expected half-year profit, driven by solid ANZ performance, while its UK operations continue to face restructuring challenges amid store refurbishments.

Nick Scali Limited’s half-year results reveal a 30.2% decline in statutory profit, impacted by UK acquisition losses and restructuring costs, yet the company maintains shareholder returns with a fully franked interim dividend.

News Corporation reported a robust half-year performance with revenues up 4% to $4.33 billion and net income soaring 80% to $334 million, while advancing its strategic pivot through the planned sale of Foxtel.

SOCO Corporation Ltd has posted a preliminary 18% increase in first-half FY2025 revenue to $11 million, yet project delays and reduced federal government demand temper full-year growth expectations.