Latest Industrial Production News

Waterco Limited has announced an on-market buy-back program for up to 144,927 ordinary shares, set to run from mid-July 2025 through June 2026. The move signals a strategic approach to capital management without requiring shareholder approval.

Titomic’s Netherlands division has secured €800,000 in funding from the Dutch 3D Print Kompas program to advance its Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing technology, aiming to expand R&D and industrial applications across Europe.

Vulcan Steel announces a significant leadership transition with CEO Rhys Jones retiring after nearly two decades, handing the reins to Gavin Street from January 2026. The board reshuffle also sees Jones moving to non-executive Chair, ensuring continuity at the top.

Meridian Energy and New Zealand Aluminium Smelters have agreed to end their current demand response arrangement early, with NZAS ramping up production from mid-June 2025. This move reflects improved hydro storage and bolstered confidence in New Zealand’s winter electricity supply.

Havilah Resources reports significant progress on its copper-gold-cobalt projects Kalkaroo and Mutooroo, alongside promising regional exploration and strategic funding efforts.

Baumart Holdings has completed a modest capital raise through a rights issue, securing $182,303 before costs, with plans to issue additional shortfall shares to bolster its funding position.

First Graphene has secured a multi-year exclusive deal to supply graphene-enhanced masterbatch for safety boots aimed at Southeast Asia’s mining sector, marking a significant step in commercialising advanced materials in industrial apparel.

Oldfields Holdings Limited reports solid progress in Q3 FY2025, driven by strategic transformation, debt reduction, and a robust sales pipeline supporting a positive outlook for the second half of the year.

Cyclone Metals has forged a strategic partnership with Vale S.A. to fund and develop its Iron Bear iron ore project in Canada, marking a major step towards mining decision. The company also completed pilot production of high-grade direct reduction pellets, underscoring the project's technical promise.

BauMart Holdings reports meaningful progress in expanding its distribution networks and strategic collaborations during the December 2024 quarter, positioning itself for growth across Indonesia, Australia, and the mining sector.

Korvest Ltd’s first half of FY25 saw profitability pressures from operational setbacks and inflation, but a record order book and new major projects set the stage for a promising second half.

Korvest Ltd reported a 1.1% decline in revenue and a sharp 28.5% drop in net profit for the half-year ending December 2024, impacted by operational disruptions and competitive pressures. Despite these challenges, the company anticipates a robust rebound in project activity in the second half of FY25.