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The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has signalled no objection to Rubik Australia's full acquisition of Qube Holdings, paving the way for the scheme's next legal and regulatory steps. The Qube board also plans a fully franked special dividend, contingent on scheme approval.

Qube Holdings shareholders convened to endorse a $5.20 per share acquisition scheme by Rubik Australia, valuing the logistics firm at $9.3 billion equity and $11.7 billion enterprise value. The deal awaits key regulatory approvals and a rescheduled court hearing before implementation.

Locate Technologies has landed a three-year contract with FedEx Australia to deploy its AI-driven Locate2u platform, marking a significant commercial win for the New Zealand logistics tech firm.

Stockland reports strong leasing growth and development momentum in 3Q26, highlighting new data centre and land lease partnerships while maintaining FY26 guidance.

Qube Holdings has obtained an ASX waiver allowing it to deviate from the standard scheme of arrangement timetable, enabling a fully franked special dividend payment and accommodating bidder funding arrangements. The board unanimously recommends shareholder approval, contingent on independent expert support and absence of superior proposals.

Wiseway Group Limited has announced a 12-month on-market share buyback program to repurchase up to 10% of its issued capital, aiming to enhance shareholder returns and support market liquidity.

DGL Group Limited has replaced its ANZ-led financing with a new $120 million facility from ScotPac, extending maturity and enhancing working capital flexibility amid ongoing management restructuring.

Janus Electric has locked in a $2.75 million R&D finance facility, strengthening its cash position to push forward with its zero-emission transport innovations. This strategic funding avoids shareholder dilution while supporting ongoing technology development.

CTI Logistics has reported a robust half-year performance with revenue climbing 7.6% and profit before tax soaring 64.2%, underpinned by operational efficiencies and strategic investments in Western Australia.

K&S Corporation’s half-year results reveal a notable decline in revenue and net profit, accompanied by a reduced interim dividend, signaling challenges ahead for the logistics firm.

Qube Holdings has inked a scheme implementation deed with a Macquarie Asset Management-led consortium, valuing the company at approximately $11.7 billion and offering shareholders a 27.8% premium. The deal, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals, sets the stage for a significant shift in the Australian logistics landscape.

Qube Holdings confirms Macquarie Asset Management has extended the exclusivity period under their due diligence agreement, though no binding proposal is guaranteed.