Latest Manufacturing And Supply Chain News

CSL Limited announces the retirement of CEO Dr Paul McKenzie, with veteran executive Gordon Naylor appointed as interim CEO and Managing Director. The leadership change marks a new chapter for the biotech giant amid ongoing strategic transformation.

HITIQ has made significant strides in expanding its concussion management technology, PROTEQT©, into North America and Australian retail, backed by strong research partnerships and a successful capital raise.

Mayfield Group Holdings has forecast a significant jump in net profit after tax for the half year ending December 2025, signalling strong momentum in Australia's critical electrical infrastructure sector.

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.

6K Additive has landed a landmark US$27.4 million loan from the US Export-Import Bank, partnering with the Department of War to fund a major expansion in Pennsylvania that will quintuple powder production capacity and create over 50 new jobs.

Clarity Pharmaceuticals has raised $203 million to accelerate its copper-64 and copper-67 radiopharmaceutical pipeline, targeting prostate and neuroendocrine cancers with multiple FDA Fast Track trials underway.

Ansell Limited delivered a robust FY25 performance driven by organic growth, successful Kimberly-Clark PPE integration, and productivity gains, while advancing sustainability goals and managing trade headwinds.

Aurora Labs has secured over A$900,000 in contracts with the Australian Defence Force, pushing forward its advanced propulsion systems and additive manufacturing capabilities. A strategic partnership with Sovereign Propulsion Systems aims to integrate these innovations into next-generation unmanned aerial systems.

Electro Optic Systems has landed a significant A$108 million contract to supply remote weapon systems for the Australian Defence Force’s LAND 400-3 project, integrating its technology with Hanwha’s Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicles.

Amaero Ltd has locked in a five-year exclusive agreement to supply spherical refractory and titanium alloy powders to Titomic, bolstering advanced manufacturing capabilities for defense and aerospace sectors.

Telix Pharmaceuticals has received a Complete Response Letter from the FDA for its TLX250-CDx diagnostic agent, citing manufacturing concerns. The company plans immediate remediation and maintains its 2025 revenue guidance.

Amaero Ltd has secured A$50 million through a share placement and plans a further A$3 million via a Share Purchase Plan to fast-track growth initiatives aligned with U.S. defense and manufacturing re-shoring priorities.