Latest Cost Optimisation News

Alliance Nickel is pursuing capital cost savings at its NiWest Nickel-Cobalt Project through vat leaching trials while reporting promising gold assay results from initial drilling at Australia United. A $4.15 million entitlement offer aims to fund these efforts amid ongoing offtake renegotiations with Stellantis.

Alliance Nickel’s maiden drilling at Australia United delivers encouraging gold grades, opening pathways for expanded exploration and a potential joint venture.

Lion Energy has secured funding for its East Seram Bula Karang-1 exploration well, reduced capital risk by divesting its Seram (Non-Bula) PSC stake, and put green hydrogen development on hold pending commercial clarity.

Future Metals has unveiled a lower-risk, lower-capital pathway for its Panton PGM Project by leveraging the idle Savannah Plant, delivering upfront savings of around A$74 million and preserving long-term growth potential.

Alliance Nickel Limited (ASX:AXN) has launched a non-renounceable entitlement offer to raise approximately A$4.15 million, aiming to fund capital cost optimisation for its NiWest Nickel-Cobalt Project and support general working capital.

RLF AgTech has raised $4.5 million through an institutional placement to accelerate its commercial rollout and meet rising demand amid global fertiliser shortages.

Aquirian Limited advances its Drillforce subsidiary with new technology and equipment while mutually ending a planned joint venture with Topgroup, who remains a strategic shareholder.

Alliance Nickel is advancing its NiWest project by exploring vat leaching to reduce capital costs and has completed initial gold drilling at Wanbanna, while continuing offtake talks with Stellantis and considering a NASDAQ listing via de-SPAC.

Complii FinTech Solutions reported a $1.35 million loss for H1 FY26 alongside a 6% increase in annual recurring revenue, driven by strategic platform upgrades and expanding client engagement.

Beam Communications has turned around its fortunes, posting a $2 million net profit for the first half of FY26 and announcing a $12.1 million capital return following the divestment of Zoleo Inc.

Shriro Holdings reported solid half-year growth with revenue up 8.4% and NPAT rising 10%, underpinned by strong BBQ and kitchen appliance sales. The company reaffirmed its EBITDA guidance and announced a $15 million off-market share buy-back for FY26.

Dubber Corporation reported a 9% revenue decline to $18.7 million for the half-year ending December 2025, alongside a 65% reduction in net loss. The company pursues growth through AI innovation and cost efficiencies while navigating ongoing legal proceedings.