Latest Operational Excellence News

Michael Hill International’s 2026 Investor Day highlights sustained sales growth, a streamlined brand portfolio, and a disciplined return to dividends, underpinned by AI-driven retailing and a reset of the Bevilles brand.

Bayan Mining and Minerals has locked in a reverse circulation drill rig with Alaska Midnight Sun Drilling for its first-ever drilling at the Desert Star rare earth project in California, targeting up to 1,000 metres from June 2026. The fully permitted program aims to test high-grade surface mineralisation and geophysical targets near the Mountain Pass mine.

Elevate Uranium Ltd has reinforced its U-pgrade™ Pilot Plant operations in Namibia with new management and process improvements, while revising its timeline for pilot plant results to August 2026. The company confirms previous bench-scale testwork remains valid despite the delay.

Guzman y Gomez Limited (GYG) posted solid sales growth in Q3 FY26, driven by expanding restaurant network and enhanced delivery partnerships in Australia. The company reaffirmed its FY26 EBITDA margin guidance and plans for further network expansion.

NEXTDC Limited (ASX:NXT) has announced a A$1 billion wholesale offer of subordinated hybrid securities, fully backed by a binding commitment from Canadian investment group La Caisse. The capital raise aims to support NEXTDC’s growth strategy and infrastructure expansion through to FY29.

PT Aneka Tambang Tbk (ANTAM) reported a historic financial year in 2025, with revenue up 22% and net profit more than doubling to Rp7.92 trillion, driven by strong domestic demand and operational efficiency. The company also navigates evolving Indonesian mining regulations and ongoing legal challenges as it invests in downstream nickel projects.

Perenti Limited has appointed Dr Vanessa Torres as its new Managing Director and CEO, succeeding Mark Norwell. With over 25 years of global mining leadership experience, Torres is set to lead Perenti into its next chapter of growth and diversification.

Infratil has upgraded its FY27 EBITDAF guidance for CDC Data Centres to A$680-720 million, citing accelerating construction and strong demand driven by AI and hyperscale cloud growth. The company also secured A$500 million equity funding and plans a bank debt upsizing to support expansion.

MLG Oz Limited has locked in a 24-month contract extension at Northern Star’s Jundee Gold Mine, promising steady revenue and continued operational support.

EQ Resources Limited showcased its strategic position as a leading tungsten producer with strong growth ambitions amid a tightening global supply deficit. The company’s dual operations in Australia and Spain underpin its role in securing ethical tungsten supply chains for Western markets.

Kaiser Reef Limited has renewed Managing Director Brad Valiukas’ contract, reinforcing leadership continuity as the company targets strong production at Henty and growth at Maldon.

Woodside Energy has appointed Elizabeth Westcott as its new CEO and Managing Director, confirming leadership continuity amid key growth projects. Westcott’s extensive industry experience and performance-linked incentives underscore Woodside’s focus on sustainable value creation.