Latest Industrial Development News

Aurora Labs has landed a $1 million Australian Government grant, matched dollar-for-dollar, to boost production of its micro gas turbine propulsion systems for defence applications using commercial 3D printing technology.

Orion Minerals has completed the conversion of a ZAR344.5 million loan from South Africa’s IDC into equity, giving IDC a 23.8% stake in the Prieska Project subsidiary and removing secured lending constraints.

Stride Property Group posted a 44% jump in FY26 profit after tax to $31.3 million, driven by strategic portfolio moves, management fee growth, and sustainability progress. The group maintained an 8.0cps dividend amid a $1.4 billion diversified property portfolio and a strong balance sheet.

Minbos Resources has secured a crucial milestone by signing the final security agreement for its US$16 million IDC loan and submitting a first drawdown request of US$4.8 million to fund ongoing construction at Cabinda.

CDL Investments reported a 28% drop in 2025 profit amid subdued New Zealand residential property conditions but advanced major projects and secured fast-track consents. The company expects a tougher 2026 with lower earnings due to ongoing economic and geopolitical uncertainties.

Nickel Industries has boosted the Sampala Project’s nickel resource to over 1 billion tonnes, reinforcing its position among the world’s largest nickel laterite holders and advancing development with a $144 million acquisition payment due next year.

West Wits Mining has locked in a ZAR 875 million senior loan facility with Absa and Nedbank, replacing earlier funding and boosting support for its Qala Shallows project; the first new South African gold mine in over 15 years.

Argosy Property Limited reported a 3.3% rise in net property income to $120.8 million for FY26, underpinned by strong leasing, a $58.5 million revaluation gain, and progress towards a 50% green portfolio by 2031.

Orion Minerals has confirmed a significant down-dip extension of copper mineralisation at its Flat Mine East prospect within the Okiep Copper Project, reinforcing resource growth potential ahead of pending assay results.

Kingsgate Consolidated sustained robust production at Chatree with a fifth straight quarter exceeding 20,000 ounces of gold, while achieving a record AISC margin and boosting cash reserves to A$213 million.

Macro Metals’ subsidiary Macro Mining Services has landed an exclusive 36-month mining services contract with Metal Logic, supporting the rollout of innovative modular smelting technology in the East Pilbara. The first work package at Poondano Mine is set to start mid-2026, promising regional economic and Indigenous engagement benefits.

Minbos Resources has secured a US$5.48 million debt facility from Banco de Fomento Angola, complementing a prior US$16 million loan from South Africa’s IDC, ensuring full funding to complete construction of its Cabinda Phosphate Fertilizer Plant.