Latest Industrial Development News

Blackstone Minerals has entered a strategic joint venture with Vietnam’s Xuan Loc Tho Co. Ltd. to develop the Ta Khoa Nickel Project and Refinery, significantly reducing holding costs while maintaining exposure to nickel’s upside.

Pacific Lime and Cement Limited has approved the Final Investment Decision for its Central Lime Project in Papua New Guinea, adopting a fully equity-funded strategy that slashes upfront capital expenditure by 42% and eliminates debt servicing costs. Construction is underway, with production expected within 18 months.

Dexus has reported FY25 results that meet guidance, showcasing resilience in its office and industrial portfolios alongside strong funds management performance. The company signals optimism for the next phase of the real estate cycle despite ongoing market uncertainties.

Mirvac Group reported a solid FY25 operating profit of $474 million, maintaining strong momentum in its living sector and residential pre-sales. The company is poised for growth in FY26, supported by easing interest rates and a robust development pipeline.

Nova Minerals has garnered strong support from Alaska’s Governor and the Australian Consular-General for its Estelle Gold and Critical Minerals Project, aligning with key infrastructure and national security priorities.

MC Mining reports zero lost time injuries and steady progress on its flagship Makhado Project, while Uitkomst Colliery implements a turnaround plan that boosts sales despite production challenges.

Theta Gold Mines secures a pivotal US$35 million loan facility and board approval to mine, marking significant progress in the development of its TGME Gold Mine Project in South Africa.

Black Rock Mining advances its Mahenge Graphite Project with key power infrastructure agreements, a $25 million funding increase, and benefits from new US tariffs on Chinese graphite imports.

Orion Minerals reported significant cash outflows in its June 2025 quarter, with liquidity stretched and financing facilities nearly maxed out. The company is pursuing a $5.8 million capital raising to support ongoing operations following recent feasibility study completions.

Orion Minerals is advancing its Prieska Copper Zinc Mine towards production, targeting first concentrate by Christmas 2026, supported by a recent $5.8 million capital raise and ongoing project optimisation.

Garda Property Group’s FY25 results reveal a strategic pivot with significant asset sales and a sharp reduction in gearing, setting the stage for an 11% rise in distributions in FY26.

West Wits Mining has secured a $50 million senior loan and updated its feasibility study, revealing significantly improved project economics for its Qala Shallows Gold Project. Mobilisation is underway, setting the stage for production ramp-up.