Latest Supply Chain News

Pure Resources has completed a pivotal sampling program at Garnet Hill, securing over 100 kg of material to underpin its multi-stream US defence materials platform, targeting abrasive garnet, jumbo flake graphite, and rare earth recovery.

Synlait Milk announces CEO Richard Wyeth's resignation effective end of June, with Acting CEO Leon Fung appointed immediately to steer through ongoing operational challenges.

Anson Resources and POSCO Holdings have sealed a binding deal for a $7.2 million lithium extraction demonstration plant at Green River, advancing the project from concept to operational validation.

Hawk Resources has locked in $5.87 million through a placement and entitlement offer, backing its push into scandium exploration in Western Australia and copper drilling in the US.

Conico Ltd has applied for two extensive exploration licences in East Greenland targeting rare earth elements and gold-PGE mineralisation, significantly boosting its strategic landholding and critical minerals exposure.

Li-S Energy has secured vital approvals to airfreight lithium-sulfur prototype cells to the United States, paving the way for direct engagement with US defence and drone sectors.

Element 25 is making steady progress on its Butcherbird Expansion Project in Western Australia, with major equipment ordered, key contracts nearing finalisation, and project financing advancing toward closure ahead of a Q1 2027 commissioning target.

Anteris Technologies reported a $22.9 million net loss in Q1 2026 but bolstered its cash position to $283 million following a $320 million capital raise. The company is scaling manufacturing and clinical activities for its DurAVR transcatheter heart valve, with US patient enrolment now underway in the pivotal PARADIGM Trial.

5E Advanced Materials secures a decade-long boric acid offtake agreement and advances boron product development, while reporting a $12.1 million quarterly loss and planning ASX delisting.

Arafura Rare Earths has secured a binding offtake term sheet with Traxys North America to supply 500 tonnes per annum of NdPr oxide, underpinning its Nolans Project and supporting US critical minerals supply chains.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a steady cash profit of around $2.7 billion in 3Q26, balancing disciplined lending growth and cautious provisioning amid geopolitical and economic uncertainties.

The Asian Development Bank ramped up its commitments to $29.3 billion in 2025, driving private sector growth, regional cooperation, and climate resilience across Asia and the Pacific.