Latest Operational Disruption News

ALS Limited (ASX:ALQ) has delivered a landmark FY26 with underlying net profit after tax surging 25.8% to $381.2 million, beating 2027 targets a year early and raising its dividend by 10%. The company continues to invest heavily in automation, digital initiatives, and laboratory expansions while advancing its climate strategy amid a post-year-end cyber incident.

Winton Land's Chair and CEO Chris Meehan has taken immediate leave for health reasons amid a Board-led employment review, leaving leadership continuity uncertain.

Synlait Milk is progressing a key refinancing of its senior bank facilities due June 2026 and plans to replace a $130 million shareholder loan with a two-year term facility. The company reports a preliminary $12 million net loss for the first four months of 2026 amid operational headwinds and asset sales.

Resolute Mining’s Syama gold mine in Mali faces production setbacks in Q2 2026 due to security-driven logistical disruptions, pushing output below forecast while maintaining full-year guidance near the lower end.

Intelligent Monitoring Group has officially closed its $45 million acquisition of BlueSky Holdco, adding Tyco NZ and Red Wolf Security to its New Zealand portfolio and boosting its local workforce to over 500.

Burgundy Diamond Mines announces a court-approved extension and financing for Arctic Canadian Diamond Company Ltd, alongside appointing Brent Mierau as CFO to steer through ongoing market challenges.

Experience Co posted a slight decline in Q3 FY26 revenue and underlying EBITDA, weighed down by adverse weather, industrial action, and inflationary pressures, while advancing cost reductions and strategic reviews.

ALS Limited reported a 25.8% jump in underlying net profit after tax to AUD 381.2 million for FY26, driven by strong commodity testing demand and margin expansion. The company raised its dividend and advanced major hub lab projects while navigating a post-year-end cyber incident.

ALS Limited has detected a malicious cyber attack that temporarily disrupted parts of its operations. The company is actively investigating the incident and working with authorities while restoring affected systems.

Ampol Limited showcased resilience in 2025 with strong refining margins supported by government payments and robust retail growth, while awaiting ACCC approval for its EG Australia acquisition promising significant synergies.

Viva Energy is progressing repairs at its Geelong Refinery following a fire that disrupted key units, aiming to resume near-full production by June while maintaining fuel supply.

Woolworths Group posted a 4.5% increase in third quarter sales, led by strong Australian Food and WooliesX eCommerce growth, while signaling cautious EBIT guidance due to inflation and Middle East conflict impacts.