Latest Production Technology News

Neometals’ joint venture Reed Advanced Materials has signed a non-binding MoU with Rio Tinto to collaborate on advancing the ELi Process, a lithium hydroxide production technology promising significant cost and environmental benefits.

Sparc Technologies has unveiled its first-of-its-kind photocatalytic water splitting pilot plant at the University of Adelaide, marking a key milestone in green hydrogen innovation. Commissioning is set to begin in July 2025, aiming to demonstrate a low-cost, modular alternative to traditional electrolysis.

Ionic Rare Earths’ Brazilian joint venture, Viridion, has been selected for significant government funding to accelerate rare earth refining and magnet recycling, marking a major step in Brazil’s strategic push for a secure, sustainable supply chain.

Atomos Limited announces a key leadership transition with COO Peter Barber appointed CEO, succeeding co-founder Jeromy Young who will remain on the board as a Non-Executive Director.

Sparc Technologies has progressed to Stage 2 of its Sparc Hydrogen joint venture with pilot plant commissioning slated for mid-2025, while also securing its first patent for photocatalytic water splitting technology in Morocco. Concurrently, its graphene-based additive ecosparc® demonstrates promising field trial results, underpinning commercial momentum.

Image Resources NL has achieved a key milestone with first heavy mineral concentrate production and shipment from its Atlas project, setting the stage for positive operating cash flow in the coming quarter.

Magnum Mining & Exploration is recalibrating its supply chain strategy in response to new U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminium, engaging with Chinese partners and advancing its Buena Vista iron project.

Treasury Wine Estates delivered a robust 1H25 performance driven by luxury brands Penfolds and DAOU, offsetting softness in its premium and commercial portfolios. Despite strong earnings growth, the company lowers its full-year EBITS guidance, highlighting ongoing market headwinds.

WA Kaolin Ltd has launched a fully underwritten A$7 million entitlement offer to fund a critical ramp-up in production following successful operational upgrades. With strong forward orders and supportive major shareholders, the company aims to achieve positive cash flow and expand its market footprint.

K-TIG Limited reports steady cash receipts and operational efficiencies while progressing a strategic acquisition and a significant capital raise to fuel growth.

Structural Monitoring Systems plc has raised $8.7 million and implemented a major cost restructuring, positioning itself for profitable growth with strong sales momentum in its avionics and sensor technology segments.

Hawthorn Resources has completed a pivotal Pre-Feasibility Study for its Mt Bevan Magnetite project and strategically converted its equity stake into a royalty, positioning the company for future value capture amid evolving market dynamics.