Latest Manufacturing News

F&C Investment Trust delivered a 12.4% net asset value total return for H1 2026, narrowly trailing the FTSE All-World Index. The trust declared a 0.99p interim dividend and announced a chairman succession as it navigates AI-led market dynamics and geopolitical volatility.

Iondrive has launched its first five-tonne IONSolv™ production campaign in North America, aiming to produce about 1.4 tonnes of mixed rare earth oxide from recycled permanent magnets by Q4 2026. This milestone bridges lab validation and commercial-scale plans while supporting US supply chain independence.

Papyrus Australia updates its timeline for delivering biodegradable fibre board to TBS Mining Solutions, following trial results that require product refinements. Commercial supply is now expected from November 2026, with acceptance testing due by September.

ClearVue Technologies has developed a unique manufacturing capability allowing its Gen 3 Vision Glass to have soft high-performance Low-E coatings applied on surface 4, the optimal position for solar heat control, after photovoltaic cells are laminated. This breakthrough enhances thermal performance and expands commercial façade market access globally.

IperionX plans to relocate its parent company to Texas and list directly on Nasdaq, aligning its corporate structure with its US operations. The appointment of manufacturing veteran Michael J. Loparco aims to bolster the company’s industrial scale-up.

Mayfield Group Holdings has finalized its acquisition of Nilsen's Switchboards Division, adding skilled staff and new product lines to boost manufacturing capacity and revenue growth prospects for FY27.

Advanced Innergy Holdings (ASX:AIH) has revised down its FY26 revenue and EBITDA forecasts due to project timing delays and supply chain issues but maintains a robust order book and financial position.

PT ANTAM (ASX:ATM) posted a 12% rise in gold production in 2Q26 and advanced key downstream projects including EV battery ecosystem development, while securing multiple ESG awards.

KTEK Aerosystems has leveraged its $10 million IPO to accelerate production scale-up and international growth, with deliveries set to resume in September and a new US assembly operation underway.

Atomos Limited has turned a corner in FY26, posting over 20% sales growth to around $40 million and swinging to EBITDA profitability after prior losses, boosted by new product launches and the strategic acquisition of Flanders Scientific.

Clarity Pharmaceuticals bolsters its commercial readiness with a $178.3 million cash reserve and a key US manufacturing agreement, while clinical trials for its prostate cancer imaging and therapeutic agents progress with promising data.

Boresight Ltd (ASX: BST) marked its ASX debut in June with a successful $8 million IPO, reporting a 55% revenue increase in FY26 and securing a major US manufacturing expansion to meet rising defence drone demand.