Latest Manufacturing News

Sheffield Resources has resumed mining and processing at its flagship Thunderbird Mineral Sands Mine following repairs to critical equipment, signalling a return to production at this major Western Australian asset.

Aquirian Limited has bolstered its growth trajectory with a $20 million Mt Ida contract and significant advancements in its patented Collar Keeper® system, alongside commissioning its Wubin facility.

Critical Resources Limited has validated its amorphous solid-state electrolyte, demonstrating stable lithium-metal interface performance over 1,200 hours and efficient ionic conductivity at room temperature, marking a significant step in solid-state battery development.

KWB Group reports robust first-half 2026 results, driven by record order volumes and strategic showroom expansion. The company’s capital-light model and proprietary IT upgrades position it well for continued growth in the kitchen renovation market.

MRG Metals confirms robust rare earth oxide mineralisation at its Garies project in South Africa, hitting a peak 4.49% TREO over 6.6 metres. This breakthrough drilling result underscores the project's potential as a critical supplier of magnet rare earths vital for clean energy technologies.

AML3D has landed a nearly $10 million order for four ARCEMY X 6700 systems from Newport News Shipbuilding, expanding its footprint in the US defence manufacturing sector.

Peak Processing Limited anticipates a surge in beverage production to approximately 1.4 million units in Q4 FY26, driven by strong customer demand and operational improvements. The company also reports near-perfect delivery performance and multiple new product listings with the Ontario Cannabis Store.

Evion Group is advancing the Stage 2 expansion of its expandable graphite facility in India to boost production capacity amid rising demand from Europe, the USA, and Asia. The upgrade aligns with the EU’s recognition of graphite as a critical mineral, positioning Evion as a key supplier in strategic sectors.

Arovella Therapeutics has secured TGA confirmation to advance its Phase 1 trial of ALA-101 in Australia via the efficient Clinical Trial Notification pathway, following FDA clearance in the US.

Cann Group Limited has raised $750,000 through a convertible note agreement with Obsidian Global, aiming to strengthen its working capital and move towards EBITDA positivity.

EcoGraf Limited has signed a non-binding MoU with Taiwan’s Long Time Technology to develop HFfree® purification facilities and expand battery anode operations across South East Asia and Taiwan, aiming to tap into Tier-1 OEM supply chains.

Lynas Rare Earths has inked a binding Letter of Intent with the US Department of War to supply critical rare earth oxides over four years, backed by a US$96 million government allocation and a US$110/kg floor price for NdPr oxide.