Latest Sustainability In It News

Native Mineral Resources reports robust assay results from its 2026 drilling at Blackjack Gold Project, confirming high-grade gold mineralisation and supporting plans to expand the mining pit. Mining restart activities are advancing with production blasts completed and further optimisation underway.

Genesis Minerals has announced a recommended court-approved scheme to acquire Magnetic Resources for A$639 million, significantly expanding its resource base and production outlook. The acquisition includes the high-grade Lady Julie project near Genesis’ Laverton mill, promising operational synergies and supporting an aspirational 500,000 ounces per annum production target.

Hot Chili Limited has reported further strong near-surface copper-gold drill results at its La Verde porphyry discovery in Chile, reinforcing the potential for a higher-grade starter pit within the Costa Fuego project. Visual mineralisation from deeper drilling suggests significant expansion of the high-grade core, with assays pending.

Sarytogan Graphite Limited has upgraded its Mineral Resource Estimate to include 5.4 million tonnes of Measured graphite, underpinning a multi-decade mine life in Kazakhstan. This milestone supports the ongoing Definitive Feasibility Study due mid-2026.

Australian Clinical Labs reported a modest revenue dip but achieved growth in earnings and margins in 1H26, while updating FY26 guidance and addressing wage increases mandated by the Fair Work Commission.

The GPT Group has reported a remarkable financial turnaround for FY2025, posting a 264% increase in total revenues and declaring a 12 cent distribution per stapled security. This strong performance signals renewed confidence in the property trust’s operational strategy.

Ansell Limited reported a robust 61.5% surge in net profit for the first half of FY26, driven by operational efficiencies and strategic acquisitions, while announcing a planned CEO transition.

BlueScope Steel reported a robust first half of FY2026 with underlying EBIT soaring 81% to $557.5 million and announced a $3.00 per share shareholder return plan, while decisively rejecting a $30 per share takeover proposal.

Freightways Group Limited reported a robust HY26 with revenue rising 8.5% and net profit surging 17.2%, underpinned by strong volume growth and a key acquisition in Australia. The company’s disciplined approach to margin improvement and M&A signals confidence in its cross-Tasman logistics strategy.

The a2 Milk Company has reported robust half-year results with strong revenue and earnings growth, driven by gains in infant formula and liquid milk segments, alongside a strategic supply chain transformation. The company has upgraded its full-year outlook and announced a substantial special dividend, signalling confidence in its growth trajectory.

Truscott Mining has begun its RC drilling program at the Westminster Project, with the ASX confirming no suspension will occur as of mid-February. Investors await assay results expected in the coming months.

Neometals Ltd has resolved a longstanding legal dispute with a $1 million settlement, clearing the way to focus on advancing its Barrambie Gold Project and sustainable processing technologies.