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Botala Energy has secured a significant A$1.45 million investment from a new African cornerstone shareholder, lifting regional ownership to around 12% and supporting ongoing drilling and feasibility work at its Serowe Coal Bed Methane project.

Electro Optic Systems (ASX: EOS) wraps up a three-year turnaround, reporting a $459 million order backlog despite a 27% revenue drop. The company expands its counter-drone and space control portfolio with the acquisition of the UK-based Interceptor business and a pending deal for MARSS, a European command-and-control software provider.

Chariot Resources’ planned A$1.425 million strategic investment from Greatpower has lapsed after regulatory hurdles in China stalled approvals. Despite this setback, Chariot continues to engage multiple potential offtake partners for its Nigerian lithium projects, advancing site visits and technical work without firm agreements yet.

Connexion Mobility reported a record $3 million quarterly revenue, boosted by exclusive software deployment for GM Canada’s Enhanced Exposure Program, while net profit before tax fell 31% due to higher expenses.

DGL Group reported a 5.8% revenue decline to $225.2 million in H1 FY26, weighed down by audit qualifications, ERP rollout delays, and one-off impairments. Despite these headwinds, the company cut net debt by $16.4 million and advanced strategic site consolidations and new facility investments.

Ariadne Australia’s latest nine-month update reveals strong growth in its Orams subsidiary but a $5.2 million estimated total loss driven by currency headwinds and market declines in key investments.

Mindax Limited pushes forward its vision for a Mid-West iron ore processing hub with metallurgical testing and strategic investments, while managing a cash runway under one quarter and preparing further capital raises.

PARKD Ltd has secured a $220,000 strategic investment from NSW concrete heavyweight Azzurri Concrete, reinforcing its modular construction push in the state and complementing its existing Queensland partnership.

Freelancer Limited has delivered a landmark FY25 with record profitability, a major NASA contract win, and significant AI-driven growth across its marketplaces and payment services.

Champion Iron has finalized its US$300 million acquisition of Norwegian iron ore producer Rana Gruber, securing over 92% ownership and setting sights on full integration and delisting. The deal enhances Champion's high-purity iron ore portfolio and strengthens its position in the green steel supply chain.

DGL Group Limited (ASX: DGL) posted a statutory net loss of $12.8 million for the half year ended December 2025, impacted by non-cash write downs and operational costs, while progressing strategic initiatives including warehouse expansion and a new liquid waste treatment plant.

360 Capital REIT (ASX:TOT) has secured five-year leases with Siemens Energy and Stack Infrastructure at its Cremorne property, raising occupancy to 96.7% and extending lease expiry profiles.