Latest Manufacturing News

BluGlass has successfully raised $7.6 million through a placement and Share Purchase Plan to accelerate production of its advanced gallium nitride lasers and support a robust contract pipeline.

Fletcher Building unveiled a comprehensive strategic review and FY25 outlook at its Investor Day, highlighting a focus on manufacturing and distribution alongside significant restructuring costs. The company targets a leaner operation with disciplined capital management and a net debt goal of NZD 400m to 900m.

Amaero has completed commissioning its second advanced atomizer at its Tennessee facility, reinforcing its production capacity and reaffirming strong revenue visibility for FY2026. The company’s strategic investments position it as a key domestic supplier in the US advanced manufacturing sector.

Ionic Rare Earths is advancing plans for multiple magnet recycling plants in the US, leveraging patented technology to produce high-purity rare earth oxides amid growing demand for sovereign supply chains.

Optiscan Imaging Ltd has entered a five-year exclusive collaboration with Long Grove Pharmaceuticals to jointly develop new clinical applications for the fluorescein drug AK-FLOUR®, supporting US clinical trials and FDA regulatory submissions for Optiscan’s InVue® surgical device.

Waterco Limited has disclosed a historical breach of ASX Listing Rule 10.1 involving lease agreements with a related party, prompting plans to seek retrospective shareholder approval at its 2025 AGM.

Merchant House International has completed the sale of its American Merchant Inc textile factory and related assets, securing a substantial profit and concluding its divestment strategy.

AML3D has opened a cutting-edge Wire-Arc Additive Manufacturing facility in Ohio, enhancing U.S. defense production and supporting the AUKUS partnership. The new site aims to supply critical components for the Virginia-class submarine program while creating local jobs.

F.F.I. Holdings Ltd has completed a non-renounceable entitlement offer, issuing over two million new shares and raising approximately $7.35 million before costs. The new shares will begin trading on the ASX from June 24, 2025.

RLF AgTech has resolved a legal dispute over a consultancy agreement, clearing the way for renewed focus on expanding its crop nutrition business domestically and internationally.

FOS Capital has satisfied all conditions precedent for its acquisition of Aldridge Traffic Systems, moving the deal towards completion with a revised timetable for share placement.

Australian Silica Quartz Group's flagship Quartz Hill MGSi Project faces a setback after Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners terminates their development and offtake agreement. ASQ pivots to explore other high-grade quartz targets in Queensland.