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SRJ Technologies has partnered with CAPSA Engineering in a $23.8 million joint venture to deliver critical electrical asset integrity services for a Middle Eastern National Oil Company, marking a major step in its regional expansion.

Cobalt Blue Holdings is pivoting its Broken Hill Technology Centre to process battery black mass, aiming to secure a sustainable domestic feedstock for its Kwinana Cobalt Refinery and unlock near-term revenue opportunities.

Red Sky Energy has brought its Yarrow 1 well online at the Innamincka Dome Project, with initial gas production rates exceeding expectations and commencing earlier than planned. This development is set to significantly boost the company’s near-term cash flow and production profile.

Aurum Resources has reported exceptional high-grade gold intercepts from its Boundiali project in Côte d’Ivoire, including a standout 3.10m at 70.78 g/t Au. The company is ramping up drilling efforts with 12 rigs and targets major resource upgrades and a Pre-Feasibility Study in early 2026.

James Hardie Industries reports a 34% jump in Q2 FY26 net sales driven by the AZEK acquisition and European growth, while grappling with margin pressures and integration costs.

Power Minerals has partnered with Australian tech firm Gega Elements to develop a gallium extraction process from its Santa Anna Project in Brazil, aiming to establish a vertically integrated supply chain amid rising global demand and supply risks.

Nexus Minerals reports robust one-metre assay results from Clement and Godfrey prospects, confirming significant gold mineralisation at Wallbrook. The Crusader-Templar Mine Development and Closure Plan has secured regulatory approval, paving the way for operational progress.

Critical Resources Limited has secured a 12-month exclusive option to evaluate advanced solid-state lithium-ion battery technology from the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology, aiming to enhance battery safety, performance, and commercial potential.

Ballard Mining reports strong progress on its Phase 1 infill drilling at the Baldock gold deposit, confirming high-grade gold intersections and advancing towards a maiden Ore Reserve by mid-2026.

WestStar Industrial’s subsidiary Alltype Engineering has landed approximately $40 million in contracts spanning gas, water, and petrochemical sectors, including a major gas facility in the Northern Territory’s Beetaloo Basin.

ALS Limited reported a robust half-year performance with underlying revenue up 13.3% and net profit after tax rising 17.2%, driven by strong growth in both Commodities and Life Sciences divisions. The company also declared a higher interim dividend and advanced its global expansion strategy.

Antaria has disclosed several FDA-identified GMP compliance issues but assures no impact on product quality or supply, committing to expert-led remediation and enhanced training.