Latest Manufacturing Sector News

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.

Wide Open Agriculture shakes up its leadership with a new board appointment and plans to recruit a CEO experienced in scaling plant protein businesses, signaling a strategic push to globalise its lupin protein technology.

Terra Critical Minerals has inked a binding deal to acquire the True American Tungsten Project in Nevada, a high-grade, historically productive site, while launching a $600,000 entitlement offer to fund exploration amid record tungsten prices.

Firebird Metals has secured a key patent for its energy-efficient kiln and announced plans for an Australian Demonstration Plant to commercialise its battery materials technology.

Gale Pacific’s FY25 results show resilience amid tariff challenges, with strategic manufacturing diversification and brand refresh underway to drive future growth.

PeopleIN Group reported a challenging FY25 with revenue down 6.5% and EBITDA down 10%, yet strengthened its balance sheet through debt reduction and a strategic sale. The company is poised to capitalise on Queensland's infrastructure boom and Defence sector opportunities.

PPK Group reports record revenue at Craig International Ballistics and advances lithium sulfur battery technology, while preparing for a CEO transition and focusing on sovereign manufacturing.

Metroglass has reported a 5% revenue decline in its half-year results but achieved a significant reduction in net debt and improved profitability, signaling progress in its turnaround strategy amid challenging market conditions.

Metro Performance Glass reported a surprising 157% jump in net profit for H1 2025, even as revenue fell 5%, raising questions about underlying business dynamics.

James Hardie Industries has appointed Nigel Stein as the new Chair of its Board and established an Integration and Performance Committee to oversee the AZEK acquisition integration and enhance shareholder engagement.

Aurora Labs has entered a strategic MOU with Ares Armaments to co-develop advanced metal components for defence, aiming to revolutionise small-arms manufacturing with additive technology.

Tamawood Limited reports a robust 39% sales increase and stronger cash reserves following new project management software implementation, but a glitch in Work in Progress reporting has triggered a trading blackout as auditors investigate.