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Calix Limited has secured a pivotal $35 million joint development agreement with Rio Tinto to advance its Zesty Green Iron Demonstration Plant in Western Australia, backed by a substantial ARENA grant. This collaboration aims to pioneer low-emission steel production using innovative hydrogen and electric heating technology.

Radiopharm Theranostics has reached the halfway mark in enrolling patients for its Phase 2b trial of RAD101, a novel imaging agent targeting brain metastases. Early data suggest RAD101 may outperform MRI in distinguishing tumor recurrence from radiation damage.

Bioxyne Limited is expanding its footprint with a new UK GMP-certified medicinal cannabis manufacturing site, backed by £850,000 in funding from South of Scotland Enterprise. This move positions the company to tap into the UK’s growing medicinal cannabis market, the second largest in Europe.

Neometals’ Finnish subsidiary Novana Oy has been awarded a €48.7 million conditional grant from Business Finland to advance its €400 million Vanadium Recovery Project in Pori, aiming to produce up to 60% of Europe’s vanadium demand with a low-carbon footprint.

FleetPartners has acquired Remunerator, a seasoned salary packaging and novated lease provider, enhancing its product suite and market position in the leasing sector.

Solvar Limited reported solid FY25 results with profit growth, a significant dividend hike, and a positive outlook for FY26 driven by loan originations and commercial lending expansion.

Starpharma’s 2025 AGM highlighted breakthrough partnerships and clinical progress, positioning the biotech for growth. Key deals with Genentech and Radiopharm Theranostics underpin a promising pipeline and expanding revenue streams.

Centrepoint Alliance has reported record FY25 financial results, driven by strong organic growth, strategic acquisitions, and early adoption of AI technology. The company’s outlook for FY26 remains positive with increased EBITDA guidance and continued expansion in higher-margin segments.

Zoono Group has signed a five-year exclusive contract with Multisteps Pty Limited to apply its antimicrobial technology to fresh produce packaging in Australia, aiming to reduce food waste and boost sustainability.

Wagners Holding Company Limited reported a strong FY25 with profits more than doubling, driven by robust construction demand in Southeast Queensland and growth in composite fibre technologies. The company raised $30 million to expand its concrete plants and composite production capacity, positioning for further growth in FY26.

Xamble Group reports a revenue rebound to A$1.7 million in Q3 2025 alongside narrowing EBITDA losses, reflecting early gains from its transformation strategy and technology investments.

Dotz Nano has extended the maturity dates of key convertible notes held by Mercer Street Capital Partners, signaling sustained investor confidence in its carbon capture technology and growth plans.