Latest Industrial Sector News

Alexium International has acquired Microtek Laboratories’ microencapsulation and phase-change material business, backed by a $6.8 million entitlement offer to strengthen its manufacturing and innovation capabilities in the US.

Vection Technologies reports a record quarter-to-date cash intake of approximately $14 million and a robust $50 million forward pipeline, underscoring strong momentum across defence, AI, healthcare, and retail sectors.

Whitefield Industrials Limited has confirmed a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.105 per share for the half-year ending September 2025, alongside setting the Dividend Reinvestment Plan and Bonus Security Plan issue price at AUD 5.39.

Swift TV Ltd has landed a significant purchase order from Chevron for 2,000 connected TV devices, marking a key milestone in its enterprise technology rollout tailored for the Oil and Gas sector.

Sparc Hydrogen has appointed Alana Barlow as its inaugural CEO, marking a strategic move to accelerate commercialisation of its innovative photocatalytic water splitting technology for green hydrogen.

St George Mining’s Araxá Project in Brazil gains significant government and community support, highlighting its potential as a world-class rare earths and niobium resource with sustainable mining at its core.

Big River Industries Ltd (ASX, BRI) is set to acquire John’s Building Supplies, a leading Western Australian distributor, in a $17 million deal that promises immediate earnings accretion and strategic growth in the WA market.

Whitefield Industrials Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.105 per share for the half-year ending September 2025, alongside shareholder reinvestment options.

Tungsten Mining has announced a significant new Exploration Target at its Mulgine Trench deposit, highlighting the project’s expanding scale and potential in the critical minerals sector.

Metal Powder Works reports a surge in demand for its commercially pure titanium powder, adding five new customers this quarter and securing a significant defense-linked order that could generate millions in recurring revenue.

EVZ Limited has issued earnings guidance for the first half of FY2026, forecasting revenue between $60 million and $65 million and a notable rise in EBITDA, reflecting operational improvements.

Whitefield Industrials reported a 4% decline in net profit for the half-year to September 2025 but maintained a strong fully franked dividend and delivered portfolio returns above its benchmark.