Latest Supply Chain News

Ionic Rare Earths has revealed preliminary Life Cycle Assessment results showing its magnet recycling process could reduce CO2 emissions by 30-50% compared to traditional rare earth oxide production, positioning the company as a sustainability leader in the UK and European rare earth supply chains.

Biome Australia Limited has reported its first-ever net profit of $433,395 for the half-year ended December 2024, alongside a 47.4% increase in revenue driven by strong sales of its Activated Probiotics.

Baby Bunting has reported a robust first half for FY25, with net profit after tax rising 37% to $4.8 million and sales edging up 2.4%. The company’s strategic initiatives around margin improvement and store expansion underpin a stable outlook for the full year.

Baby Bunting has reported a robust first half of FY25 with a 37% rise in pro forma NPAT and solid sales growth, underpinned by strategic execution and margin expansion.

Winsome Resources has raised approximately A$7.8 million through a placement to advance its flagship Adina Lithium Project and extend the Renard Option to August 2025, with plans for an additional share purchase plan targeting A$2.5 million.

Lithium Universe Limited’s Definitive Feasibility Study confirms the economic viability of its Bécancour Lithium Refinery, projecting robust returns even amid subdued lithium prices. The project aims to produce 18,270 tonnes per year of battery-grade lithium carbonate, leveraging proven Jiangsu technology and a counter-cyclical development strategy.

Arizona Lithium has withdrawn its previous exploration plan for the Big Sandy Lithium Project, opting for a revised development approach with key stakeholder input, while accelerating construction at its Prairie Lithium Project in Canada.

Carbonxt Group Limited has initiated a $2 million Share Purchase Plan following successful capital raises, aiming to bolster its Kentucky activated carbon facility as it nears commercial production.

IperionX has landed a $47.1 million contract from the U.S. Department of Defense to develop a domestic titanium supply chain, marking a significant step toward reducing reliance on foreign sources for this critical metal.

EQ Resources is set to significantly increase tungsten production at its Saloro Operations in Spain by installing a third XRT Ore Sorter and upgrading infrastructure, responding to strong market demand amid tightening Chinese export controls.

Aurizon Holdings Limited has announced a six-month ordinary dividend of AUD 0.092 per share, payable on March 26, 2025, with 60% franking reflecting ongoing profitability.

Aurizon Holdings posted a 3% revenue increase to $2.02 billion for 1HFY2025 but saw EBITDA dip 4% to $814 million, reflecting operational headwinds across key segments. The company declared a 9.2 cents per share interim dividend, signaling cautious optimism despite margin pressures.