Latest Manufacturing Sector News

AML3D has appointed German firm DMFG Solutions as a second European distributor, complementing its recent UK partnership and supporting a AU$5 million investment in a new technology centre.

Papyrus Australia has made significant strides in Q2 2025, launching its Rapid Prototyping and R&D Facility and successfully trialling new banana fibre-based products, while deepening academic partnerships.

Pro-Pac Packaging reported a modest revenue increase to $62.8 million in Q4 FY25, secured a new $3 million loan facility from major shareholder Bennamon Ltd, and received a $3.5 million government grant for a recycling project facing delays.

Alexium International Group faced a tough FY25 with declining sales amid a soft US mattress market but is poised for growth in FY26 thanks to technological advances and strategic funding support.

Ionic Rare Earths’ Belfast plant is ramping up production of critical heavy rare earth oxides to meet soaring demand from Western markets following China’s export restrictions. This strategic move positions the company as a key supplier for defence, renewables, and advanced manufacturing sectors.

Adrad Holdings has appointed Paul Proctor as interim CEO following Kevin Boyle's resignation, while maintaining a steady earnings forecast for FY25.

Ionic Rare Earths’ Brazilian joint venture, Viridion, has advanced to the next phase of securing a substantial US$900 million funding package from Brazilian government agencies to develop rare earth refining and recycling facilities.

Korvest Ltd reported a strong FY25 with revenues up 16.2% and net profit after tax rising 19.1%, supported by major infrastructure projects and operational resilience. The company declared a fully franked final dividend plus a special dividend, while advancing plans to expand its Kilburn manufacturing site.

AML3D Limited reports a 77% jump in US customer receipts and secures a pivotal US Navy Letter of Intent worth up to $200 million, underpinning its rapid expansion in defence manufacturing.

Metal Powder Works has significantly expanded its production capacity and customer base in the June 2025 quarter, while securing strategic partnerships that position it strongly in defence and nuclear sectors.

IperionX has secured A$70 million through a share placement to fast-track expansion of its titanium production capacity in the U.S., aligning closely with Department of Defense priorities.

IDT Australia has signed a memorandum with NASDAQ-listed Gelteq to establish a dedicated gel-based product manufacturing facility, marking a strategic expansion in pharmaceutical delivery technologies.