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Hastings Technology Metals has secured a critical supply of African monazite concentrate to fuel its newly acquired hydromet plant in Thailand, aiming to start production by Q4 2026. This move positions Hastings closer to generating operational cash flow while expanding rare earths supply capacity.

SRJ Technologies’ subsidiary ACE has secured a multi-year contract with Divetech, part of AD Ports Group, to deliver robotic inspection services across the UAE maritime network, potentially generating up to US$1.3 million over 18 months.

Sprintex Limited has secured an exclusive three-year distribution agreement with Kingsley Engineering to supply energy-efficient G-Series Jet Blowers in Bangladesh's wastewater treatment sector, backed by escalating purchase commitments.

Galilee Energy has completed the Zydeco-1 well design and directional plan, achieving around US$100,000 in cost savings and advancing steadily toward a Q2 2026 drilling start. The project targets Gulf Coast natural gas and condensate markets, supported by a newly appointed US Advisory Board.

Xref Limited has unveiled Xref.me, a pioneering platform that transforms recruitment by shifting to verified digital resumes at application, unlocking new pay-per-access revenue streams and expanding its enterprise SaaS funnel.

Cleanaway has trimmed its FY26 EBIT forecast to $460-$480 million, citing a $20 million hit from rising fuel and logistics costs linked to the Middle East war. The company leans on contractual fuel cost pass-throughs and strategic supply deals to cushion the blow.

Green Cross Health (NZX: GXH) has acknowledged discussions with third parties about a possible sale of its Medical division but emphasised that no transaction is guaranteed. The company remains committed to updating shareholders as the situation develops.

icetana AI has secured a $242,000 renewal contract with Curtin University, significantly expanding its camera licence footprint and boosting annual recurring revenue by 85%. The three-year SaaS deal underscores growing demand for campus security and reinforces the company’s recurring revenue model.

Insignia Financial Limited will be removed from the S&P/ASX 200 Index ahead of its acquisition by Daintree BidCo, with 4DMedical Limited stepping in on April 20, 2026.

Ariadne Australia’s latest nine-month update reveals strong growth in its Orams subsidiary but a $5.2 million estimated total loss driven by currency headwinds and market declines in key investments.

Mindax Limited pushes forward its vision for a Mid-West iron ore processing hub with metallurgical testing and strategic investments, while managing a cash runway under one quarter and preparing further capital raises.

ADX Energy has kicked off drilling mobilisation for its HOCH-1 shallow gas well in Upper Austria, aiming to tap prospective resources up to 17.3 billion cubic feet. The well spud is slated for mid-April, marking the first of three permitted gas prospects in 2026.