Latest Sustainable Manufacturing News

Calix Limited has secured a $44.9 million grant from ARENA to build a pioneering Green Iron Demonstration Plant using its ZESTY technology, aiming to produce 30,000 tonnes of low-emission iron annually and advance Australia’s green steel ambitions.

Papyrus Australia has successfully expanded its banana fibre technology to produce boards and flat paper products, while advancing a promising joint venture in Vietnam for high-volume production.

ABx Group’s ALCORE subsidiary updates on the status of its $7.58 million Federal Government grant, revealing repayment negotiations while advancing its innovative pilot plant in Tasmania.

Renascor Resources has received provisional development authorisation from South Australia’s Minister for Planning to build a commercial-scale battery anode material plant, marking a pivotal step in its vertically integrated graphite project.

Papyrus Australia has secured a pivotal contract with UniSA to establish a Rapid Prototyping and R&D facility, advancing its sustainable packaging technology and commercial production plans.

Viridis Mining and Minerals, through its joint venture Viridion, has delivered the first batch of high-purity rare earth oxides recycled from Brazilian magnets to Latin America’s only magnet manufacturer, marking a key step in establishing a domestic rare earth supply chain.

Ionic Rare Earths, through its Viridion joint venture, has delivered the first recycled rare earth oxides to Brazil’s CIT SENAI ITR, marking a key step toward a domestic magnet supply chain in South America.

Foresta Group Holdings’ subsidiary partners with New Zealand’s EECA to explore geothermal steam for its flagship biomass facility, aiming to boost sustainability and efficiency.

Ionic Rare Earths reports major strides in sustainable magnet recycling and heavy rare earth projects, backed by strategic partnerships and a sharp reduction in losses.

Range International Limited has appointed Russell Kennett as its new CEO, marking a pivotal step in the company’s growth strategy. The move comes alongside an update to Executive Chairman Richard Jenkins’ remuneration, underscoring leadership continuity.