Latest Manufacturing Sector News

Gale Pacific’s FY25 results reveal resilience amid US market challenges, with growth in Australia and the Middle East offsetting tariff impacts and prompting a major US operating restructure.

GALE Pacific reported a slight revenue dip and a net loss in FY25, driven by US market challenges including tariffs and weak consumer demand. The company is now overhauling its US operations and diversifying manufacturing to restore profitability.

Gale Pacific Limited reported a 1.1% revenue decline to $172 million and a significant net loss of $5.18 million for FY2025, accompanied by a cautious auditor's note on going concern.

Metal Powder Works Limited reported a 15% revenue decline and a 224% surge in net loss for FY2025, driven by acquisition costs and a pivot towards long-term contracts.

PPK Group reported a statutory loss in FY25 driven by a significant non-cash impairment of its lithium-sulfur battery investment, while its ballistics division achieved record revenue and battery sales gained momentum from government programs.

Advanced Braking Technology Ltd (ASX, ABV) reported a robust 25% revenue increase and 36% net profit growth for FY25, driven by international expansion and pioneering product launches in mining safety technology.

GLG Corp Ltd reported a reduced net loss of USD 1.35 million for FY2025, improving margins and operational efficiency despite a slight revenue decline. The company closed its Malaysian manufacturing plant and foresees challenges ahead in FY2026.

Duratec Limited has announced a fully franked final dividend of AUD 0.025 per share for the fiscal year ending June 2025, accompanied by a Dividend Reinvestment Plan offering a 5% discount on new shares.

Ashley Services Group reported a 7.3% revenue decline to $515.9 million in FY25 but achieved a 60.9% rise in net profit after tax to $2.17 million, driven by operational stabilisation and strategic contract wins.

IperionX secures a $12.5 million funding tranche from the U.S. Department of Defense to fast-track expansion of its Virginia titanium manufacturing capacity beyond 1,000 metric tons annually.

Capral Limited reported half-year earnings in line with expectations despite a 7% decline in volume, buoyed by higher aluminium prices and disciplined cost management. The company anticipates a residential market rebound in the second half of 2025 amid ongoing industrial softness.

Schaffer Corporation reported a 16% rise in underlying net profit for FY25, driven by strong Automotive Leather and Delta divisions, while maintaining its dividend and appointing a new CEO to steer future growth.