Latest Manufacturing News

American Rare Earths is fast-tracking its Wyoming Halleck Creek rare earths project, defining a pilot plant pathway, advancing oxide to metal studies, and targeting a NASDAQ listing by year-end 2026.

Vinyl Group lifted its Q3 cash receipts by 24% to $4 million despite seasonal softness and completed the $10.5 million acquisition of Val Morgan Digital, expanding its digital audience to rival major Australian media players. The company now targets an EBITDA positive run-rate in the first half of FY27 amid leadership changes and strategic realignment.

Structural Monitoring Systems Plc reported a 55% jump in quarterly free cash flow to $1.4 million and eliminated its bank debt by repaying a C$0.8 million term loan. The company also launched the MTP138 radio targeting offshore markets and secured key certifications for its avionics products.

Macro Metals’ subsidiary Macro Mining Services has landed an exclusive 36-month mining services contract with Metal Logic, supporting the rollout of innovative modular smelting technology in the East Pilbara. The first work package at Poondano Mine is set to start mid-2026, promising regional economic and Indigenous engagement benefits.

Judo Bank reported solid Q3 lending growth and stable asset quality, maintaining its FY26 profit before tax guidance between $180m and $190m despite increasing credit loss provisions due to economic uncertainty.

American Tungsten & Antimony Ltd (ASX: AT4) has joined the U.S. Defense Industrial Base Consortium, unlocking direct access to Department of War programs and funding opportunities for its antimony and tungsten projects. The company will leverage this to advance its U.S.-focused supply chain ambitions, highlighted by a critical minerals event in Utah this May.

Cycliq Group’s Q3 FY2026 customer receipts fell 23% year-on-year to $561k, though a late March UpRide Birthday campaign injected $256k in revenue. Operating cash outflows reflect prior quarter cost settlements, with hopes for cost normalisation and sales momentum in Q4.

Cambium Bio has secured FDA confirmation that a single pivotal Phase 3 trial plus confirmatory evidence will suffice for Biologics License Application submission for Elate Ocular, significantly reducing development expenses and accelerating the pathway to market.

Wide Open Agriculture appoints Craig Swan as CEO and pivots to a contract manufacturing model to improve economics and scale lupin protein production, while receiving a A$1.69 million R&D tax rebate.

Phoslock Environmental Technologies reported a stable sales volume and improved cash flow compared to last year, while ramping up production after reopening its Chinese factory. The company is advancing R&D on a new lanthanum product and faces ongoing legal challenges with mediation set for June.

First Graphene has demonstrated a significant carbon reduction in cement roof tiles through a UK production trial with FP McCann, using graphene-enhanced cement to lower emissions and material use.

XRF Scientific is set to broaden its industrial reach by acquiring Bruker’s Combustion Gas Analysis business for USD 4 million, adding a profitable product line and new market sectors.