Latest Operational Impact News

Galan Lithium says first lithium chloride concentrate sales from its Hombre Muerto West operation remain on track for the fourth quarter of 2026, while plant performance improves and expansion earthworks begin. The company has also reported at least 98% sulphate rejection from its nanofiltration plant across more than three months of data.

Helloworld Travel’s acquisition of Crown Currency Exchange can proceed without shareholder approval after ASX confirmed its major transaction rules do not apply. The announcement improves certainty around the deal, but provides no new financial terms or completion details.

Big River Industries (ASX:BRI) reversed a $14.8 million loss in FY25 to a $4.9 million profit in FY26, driven by margin expansion and the acquisition of Johns Building Supplies. The group targets double-digit EBITDA growth in FY27 amid mixed market conditions.

Killi Resources appoints seasoned geologist Hamish Halliday as Managing Director, signalling a strategic push to advance the Lodestone Iron Ore Project. Brett Smith steps up as General Manager – Technical, while former CEO Kathryn Cutler departs by mutual agreement.

Sigma Healthcare will release its FY26 full year results on 27 August, unveiling a new segment reporting structure dividing Australia and International operations. The update aims to clarify performance amid ongoing international growth and merger integration.

Nickel Industries delivered a record US$45.7 million Adjusted EBITDA from its Hengjaya Mine, launched first mixed hydroxide precipitate production at its ENC HPAL project, and secured major HPAL asset acquisitions, positioning itself for growth across the nickel value chain.

Integrated Research (ASX: IRI) reported a 13-17% decline in pro forma revenue for FY26, weighed down by a softer renewals book and weaker new business in H2. Despite this, cash reserves rose 27%, underpinning ongoing investment in the company’s product-led growth strategy.

Newmont delivered solid second quarter 2026 results, generating $2.2 billion net income and record $2.2 billion free cash flow despite production setbacks at Cadia. The gold miner remains on track to meet full-year guidance while returning $1.9 billion to shareholders through dividends and buybacks.

The ACCC has initiated Federal Court proceedings against Dusk Group's subsidiary, alleging supply of button battery products without completed safety testing and breaches of prior undertakings.

Dexus has secured a court date in October for the pivotal appeals in its ongoing APAC legal dispute, with multiple parties lodging cross-appeals and contentions following the May Supreme Court judgment.

Rio Tinto reported a 3% year-on-year increase in copper equivalent production for H1 2026, driven by Oyu Tolgoi’s 31% growth and record iron ore output in the Pilbara, while maintaining full-year guidance amid geopolitical headwinds.

Neometals Ltd reveals ongoing delays in receiving A$5 million from Omaha Value Holdings for its Tranche 2 placement, with subscription funds now expected in multiple instalments. The company maintains its cash preservation measures amid uncertainty over final settlement timing.