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Industrial Minerals Ltd has reported promising progress in its high purity quartz beneficiation and ore-sorting trials at the Pippingarra Pegmatite Project, with growing interest from Asian markets and potential new co-products enhancing project economics.

Vulcan Energy Resources has marked significant progress in Q1 2025 by achieving Strategic Project status under the EU Critical Raw Materials Act and producing Europe’s first fully integrated battery-quality lithium hydroxide monohydrate. The company advances drilling, financing, and commercial partnerships, positioning itself as a key player in Europe’s sustainable lithium supply chain.

SRJ Technologies reports a 47% drop in Q1 cash receipts but secures significant new contracts and advances a strategic leadership transition aimed at stabilising growth.

Firebird Metals has made significant strides in its LMFP battery strategy, finalizing multiple offtake agreements with Chinese manufacturers and securing a mining lease for its Oakover project, positioning itself as a low-cost producer in the growing battery materials market.

European Metals Holdings has achieved key regulatory milestones for its Cinovec Lithium Project, including EU Strategic Project status and a $36 million grant, positioning it as a pivotal supplier in Europe’s lithium supply chain.

Orbital Corporation Ltd reported a positive operating cash flow of $0.7 million for Q1 2025, supported by a solid order book and ongoing development of a new larger capacity engine prototype.

Range International reported a 51% revenue increase in Q1 2025 despite supply chain disruptions that dented cash flow. The company is advancing growth initiatives including pallet rentals in Indonesia and expanding production to the Philippines.

Desane Group Holdings has secured a seven-year lease extension with Signature Orthopaedics at its Lane Cove property, guaranteeing $5 million in rental income through 2032. This deal reinforces Desane’s strategy to maintain stable medium-term cash flows.

Holista Colltech has closed its ASIC penalty chapter with a $900K final payment, raised $1.53 million through convertible notes, and reported a 10.9% year-on-year sales increase driven by its Dietary Supplements division.

Electro Optic Systems (EOS) reported a robust quarter ending March 2025, highlighted by significant new defence contracts and a strong cash position following the divestment of its EM Solutions subsidiary.

Uscom Limited reported a 14% rise in Q3 customer receipts to $0.73 million, even as cash reserves dropped 38% to $1.34 million, reflecting increased operating costs and global market pressures.

IDT Australia reports a robust 30% jump in quarterly revenue to $4.1 million, driven by strong contract wins and a $62 million pipeline of open proposals, signaling sustained growth in pharmaceutical manufacturing.