Latest Manufacturing News

HighCom Limited has announced a successful A$7 million placement alongside a new Share Purchase Plan, aiming to accelerate sales and manufacturing upgrades in key markets.

Element 25 Limited is making significant strides in its Butcherbird Expansion Project, targeting a manganese concentrate output of 1.1 million tonnes per annum with key contracts shortlisted and financing progressing.

Prairie Lithium has begun installing foundation piles and grade beams at its flagship Pad #1 site, marking a significant step towards commercial lithium production. Concurrent construction of prefabricated panels aims to accelerate the project timeline.

Centuria Industrial REIT has released its HY26 Property Compendium, detailing a diversified portfolio of industrial assets across Australia valued at nearly $4 billion. The report highlights strong occupancy, long lease terms, and strategic locations near major infrastructure.

EcoGraf Limited has secured a cooperation agreement with the European Investment Bank to advance its vertically integrated battery anode materials projects, reinforcing its role in sustainable critical raw materials supply for the EU.

Critical Resources Limited has launched a six-month evaluation program in partnership with the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology to develop next-generation solid-state lithium-ion battery materials, aiming to reduce technical risks and accelerate prototype development.

James Hardie Industries reported a robust 30% jump in Q3 FY26 net sales, driven by the AZEK acquisition and growth in key regions, while operating income declined amid integration costs and market softness.

CSL Limited has released its half-year results showing a slight revenue decline amid ongoing transformation efforts, while maintaining its full-year guidance and expanding its share buyback program.

CSL Limited reported a 7% decline in underlying NPATA to US$1.9 billion for the half-year, weighed down by restructuring costs and impairments, yet maintains full-year guidance and expands its share buy-back program.

CSL Limited reported a sharp 80% drop in net profit for the half year ended December 2025, driven by significant restructuring and impairment charges, yet maintained its growth guidance and dividend payout.

CSL Limited announces the retirement of CEO Dr Paul McKenzie, with veteran executive Gordon Naylor appointed as interim CEO and Managing Director. The leadership change marks a new chapter for the biotech giant amid ongoing strategic transformation.

Ark Mines Limited has signed a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding to trial processing of monazite ore from its Sandy Mitchell Rare Earths Project, aiming to recover critical minerals including Thorium, Neodymium, and Praseodymium.