🕒 Thursday 5 February 2026 Thu, 5 Feb 2026

Environmental Clean Technologies Limited (ECT) has made significant progress in developing its Rapid Electrothermal Mineralisation (REM) technology, aiming to provide a scalable, in-situ solution for permanently destroying PFAS contamination in soil.

Elders Limited has announced René Dedoncker as its next CEO, set to begin in October 2026, with current CEO Mark Allison staying on through a transition period. Dedoncker brings two decades of agribusiness leadership experience from Fonterra and Mars Corporation.

Stellar Resources has gained consent to apply for a mining licence adjacent to its Heemskirk Tin Project, advancing plans for a key tailings storage facility and exploring regional processing options.

Aurum Resources has reported significant high-grade gold intercepts extending mineralisation depth at its Boundiali project in Côte d'Ivoire, alongside a major strike extension at the BDT1 deposit. These results underpin imminent resource updates and feasibility studies.

Altair Minerals has revealed major untested geophysical anomalies at its North Peters gold project in Guyana, highlighting significant potential to expand its high-grade mineralisation footprint. Historic surveys and drilling data point to compelling targets ahead of planned drilling in Q1 2026.

Champion Iron Limited has raised US$100 million through a private placement with La Caisse to help fund its proposed acquisition of Rana Gruber ASA. The deal signals a strategic push to expand Champion’s iron ore footprint in Quebec.

Fortuna Metals has confirmed it is exempt from Malawi’s 2025 raw mineral export ban, provided it processes rutile and graphite locally before export. This regulatory clarity positions the company to develop premium mineral products for high-value markets.

Everlast Minerals has secured a significant new exploration licence in northern Bangladesh, boosting its mineral sands portfolio and advancing its development strategy.

American Uranium has restarted drilling at its Lo Herma ISR uranium project in Wyoming, aiming to expand and upgrade its existing 8.57 million pound resource ahead of key updates in 2026.

Ainsworth Game Technology reveals a significant $43.1 million goodwill impairment tied to its North American operations, alongside other one-off losses, tempering its FY25 profit outlook.

Dome Gold Mines has extended its convertible note offer deadline to 31 March 2026, maintaining key terms while adjusting interest payment dates. The move aims to raise up to $7 million through unsecured notes convertible at $0.15 per share.

SKS Technologies Group has upgraded its FY26 earnings forecast following $60 million in new contract awards, including major projects for NEXTDC and Ernst & Young. The company anticipates stronger revenue and profit margins driven by robust demand in data centre infrastructure.

Litchfield Minerals has confirmed thick, continuous copper and zinc mineralisation at its Oonagalabi Project, with standout drill results reinforcing the system's scale and potential. The company plans further drilling and geophysical work to target higher-grade zones and expand the mineralised footprint.

Ore Resources Ltd has expanded its Kal East Gold Project by acquiring 29 prospecting licences in the Mount Monger goldfields, unlocking multiple high-grade targets near established mines and processing plants.

Bubalus Resources has unveiled promising maiden drilling results from its Avon Plains Gold Project in Victoria, confirming a gold-bearing quartz reef system with potential for further exploration. The company now shifts focus to expanding this discovery and advancing its Wilson’s Hill Gold Project.

FlexiRoam Limited reveals a strong financial turnaround with AI-powered innovations driving profitability and margin expansion in the first half of FY26. The company’s strategic partnerships and zero-integration platform position it well in the fast-growing eSIM market.

Beach Energy’s FY26 half-year results reveal steady sales volumes and a robust ramp-up at the Waitsia Gas Plant, supported by strong LNG cargo revenues and disciplined cost management.

Maas Group Holdings is selling its Construction Materials division for $1.7 billion to Heidelberg Materials Australia, marking a strategic pivot towards electrification, digital infrastructure, and AI-led growth.

Beach Energy reported a resilient first half of FY26, overcoming Cooper Basin floods to deliver solid earnings boosted by LNG cargoes and higher gas prices. The company’s operational safety and environmental efforts underpin a confident outlook as key projects ramp up.

Beach Energy reported a 32% drop in half-year net profit to $150.2 million, impacted by flooding and lower oil prices, while advancing its Waitsia Stage 2 gas project. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 1.0 cent per share.

Maas Group Holdings has agreed to sell its Construction Materials division for up to $1.703 billion, marking a strategic pivot towards digital infrastructure and electrification sectors. The deal, expected to close in late 2026, includes a significant minority investment in AI infrastructure developer Firmus Grid.

BCAL Diagnostics has launched its Avantect blood tests for pancreatic and ovarian cancer with encouraging early uptake and is advancing its BREASTESTplus breast cancer test towards broader clinical use.

OFX Group Limited has initiated a strategic review to explore growth and sale options while reporting softer 3Q FY26 earnings impacted by macroeconomic challenges. The company also announced the resignation of its CFO, signaling a period of transition.

Prairie Lithium has retracted its previous production target citing compliance issues, while announcing a binding offtake agreement with South Korea’s Hydro Lithium for its Phase 1 lithium output. This move signals a strategic shift towards selling intermediate lithium products to reduce costs and accelerate market entry.