Latest Manufacturing News

Liontown Resources has successfully ramped up production at its Kathleen Valley Lithium Operation, marking a milestone as Australia’s first underground lithium mine begins ahead of schedule. The company reports strong operational and financial performance amid robust lithium demand.

Silex Systems reports steady progress on its TRL-6 uranium enrichment demonstration, targeting completion by end-2025, while securing initial US government funding to support commercialisation efforts.

James Hardie Industries plc has entered a definitive merger agreement to acquire The AZEK Company Inc. in a $7.8 billion deal, creating a combined leader in outdoor living and home exteriors. The transaction, expected to close in the second half of 2025, will see AZEK stockholders owning approximately 26% of the combined company.

Kingsland Minerals has appointed GR Engineering Services to lead a scoping study for its Leliyn Graphite Project, aiming to unlock the economic potential of one of Australia’s largest graphite resources. The study, supported by new project management expertise and existing off-take agreements, is set to complete by year-end.

Vection Technologies has landed a $1.2 million grant to lead an innovative XR and AI digital twin project aimed at transforming real-time product intelligence in food and beverage manufacturing.

Civmec Limited has secured approximately A$285 million in new contracts and extensions, including a major shiploader project at Port Waratah and rare earth refinery tanks for Iluka Resources, signaling robust growth and strong market positioning.

Austal Limited has announced a record-breaking $14.2 billion order book, underpinned by strong US and Australian defence contracts, and raised its FY2025 EBIT guidance to at least $80 million.

Foresta Group Holdings’ subsidiary partners with New Zealand’s EECA to explore geothermal steam for its flagship biomass facility, aiming to boost sustainability and efficiency.

Bio-Gene Technology Limited is progressing its development of two novel insecticidal compounds, Qcide and Flavocide, targeting major global markets with strong commercial validation and significant US Department of Defense funding.

Synertec Corporation reports a 7.7% revenue increase in FY25 Q3, highlights robust Powerhouse technology performance during extreme weather, and secures a US patent for its LNG Custody Transfer System.

AdAlta Limited has announced a pro rata renounceable rights offer to raise approximately $1.29 million, aiming to fund its strategic pivot towards licensing CAR-T cell therapies through its subsidiary AdCella. The offer includes new shares and options, underpinned by key insiders and an underwriting agreement.

Gale Pacific has sharply downgraded its full-year EBITDA guidance due to tariff-driven demand softness in the US, while its Australia, New Zealand, and developing markets hold steady.