Latest Manufacturing Sector News

Diatreme Resources has reported promising aircore drilling outcomes from its Si2 and Casuarina silica sand deposits in Far North Queensland, underpinning resource upgrades and expansion potential. These results bolster the company’s position in the growing specialty glass and solar PV markets.

Savana Asset Management’s February letter reveals a challenging month marked by a tech sector sell-off amid AI disruption fears, a surge in AI capital expenditure, and a continuing rotation towards value-driven small caps.

AML3D has landed a nearly $10 million order for four ARCEMY X 6700 systems from Newport News Shipbuilding, expanding its footprint in the US defence manufacturing sector.

Australian Vanadium Limited has raised $7.5 million through a targeted placement to accelerate its vertically integrated vanadium strategy, including the Kalgoorlie battery energy storage project.

GLG Corp Ltd reported an 18.7% drop in revenue to USD 54.1 million for the half year ended December 2025, resulting in a net loss amid challenging macroeconomic conditions and tariff pressures. Despite operational efficiencies improving gross margins, the company refrained from declaring an interim dividend.

Titomic Limited reports a significant drop in revenue and increased losses for the six months ending December 2025, alongside a strategic financial year change to align with global subsidiaries.

Matrix Composites & Engineering Ltd reported a $9.4 million loss for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by a 32% drop in revenue to $26.9 million. Despite the weak first half, the company anticipates a robust second half to meet or exceed last year’s full-year revenue.

Metal Powder Works Limited reported a substantial increase in its half-year loss to $3.7 million, driven by investments in production scaling and market expansion. Revenue more than doubled, reflecting strong demand in defence, aerospace, and nuclear sectors.

Atturra Limited reported a $4 million loss for the half-year ending December 2025, even as revenue jumped nearly 28%. The company’s recent acquisition of Blue Connections adds complexity to its financial outlook.

Magontec Limited reported a net loss of $5.4 million for 2025 on a 10.9% drop in revenue, yet net tangible assets per share rose significantly to 76 cents.

Amaero Ltd has announced plans to re-domicile from Australia to the United States, aiming to tap into larger capital markets and position itself for a potential US IPO by late 2026 or early 2027. The move retains its ASX listing while opening doors to broader investor pools and strategic growth opportunities.

Waterco Limited reported a modest revenue decline but delivered a strong 13% rise in net profit after tax for the half year ended December 2025, driven by improved margins and operational efficiencies. The company declared a 7 cent fully franked interim dividend and is advancing its manufacturing footprint in Malaysia.