Latest Operational Efficiency News

Big River Industries Ltd (ASX, BRI) is set to acquire John’s Building Supplies, a leading Western Australian distributor, in a $17 million deal that promises immediate earnings accretion and strategic growth in the WA market.

Big River Industries is set to acquire John’s Building Supplies for up to $17 million, backed by a fully underwritten $10 million entitlement offer to fund the deal. This move strengthens Big River’s presence in Western Australia’s growing building materials market.

Conrad Asia Energy has secured transformative funding and a farm-down deal for its Mako gas field, setting the stage for first gas production by late 2027 amid soaring Indonesian gas demand.

Tuas Limited reported a robust FY25 with significant revenue and earnings growth, driven by subscriber gains in mobile and fibre broadband. The company is poised for a transformative leap pending regulatory approval of its acquisition of M1 Limited.

EML Payments has appointed Stuart Will as its new Chief Financial Officer, marking a key leadership transition as the company advances its growth strategy. The change follows significant financial restructuring under outgoing CFO James Georgeson.

Green Technology Metals has appointed Altris Engineering to complete the Definitive Feasibility Study for its Seymour Lithium Project in Ontario, advancing towards a mid-2026 Final Investment Decision amid a disciplined cash strategy.

NEXTDC has reported a significant 29% increase in contracted utilisation to 316MW, prompting a $400 million rise in FY26 capital expenditure guidance to support accelerated capacity expansion.

Pro Medicus Limited’s U.S. subsidiary has landed a $25 million, seven-year contract to deploy its cloud-based Visage 7 Open Archive with BayCare, extending an existing partnership and marking a significant step in its North American growth.

Auric Mining has reported strong financial and production results from its inaugural gold processing campaign at the Munda Starter Pit, generating A$16.85 million in sales and netting over A$10.8 million after costs. The company is gearing up for a second campaign in January 2026 as it advances plans for a major expansion.

Greatland Resources has released a comprehensive feasibility study for its Havieron gold-copper project, outlining a long-life, low-cost operation fully funded through cash reserves and debt facilities. The study highlights robust economics and significant upside potential.

Aspermont Limited reports its 37th consecutive quarter of subscription growth, launches its Mining-IQ data platform, and secures a landmark contract with Rio Tinto, signaling a strategic shift towards data-driven intelligence.

Merino & Co. Limited has unveiled a robust growth plan at its 2025 AGM, highlighting strengthened finances, operational expansion, and a clear focus on sustainability and premium brand positioning in the global apparel market.