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  • AdvancedAdvT Delivers Strong Interim Performance and Expands Through Strategic Acquisitions

    AdvancedAdvT Delivers Strong Interim Performance and Expands Through Strategic Acquisitions

    AdvancedAdvT Limited (LSE:ADVT) has posted robust interim results for the six months ended 31 August 2025, recording a 28% rise in revenue and a 76.3% increase in adjusted EBITDA. The company completed two key acquisitions during the period — GOSS Technology Group Limited and HFX Limited — strengthening its digital transformation and workforce management capabilities. These additions, alongside ongoing efficiency initiatives, have enhanced AdvancedAdvT’s position in high-growth areas such as artificial intelligence, automation, and software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions. Despite broader economic headwinds, the company remains committed to a disciplined mergers and acquisitions strategy aimed at accelerating market expansion and creating sustainable long-term value.

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    AdvancedAdvT Limited is a global software solutions provider focused on delivering technology-driven business, compliance, and human capital management solutions. The company leverages AI, data analytics, and business intelligence tools to support enterprise digital transformation. Its growth strategy combines organic development with targeted acquisitions to strengthen its presence across key technology sectors.

  • Kodal Minerals Officially Launches Stage 1 of Bougouni Lithium Project in Mali

    Kodal Minerals Officially Launches Stage 1 of Bougouni Lithium Project in Mali

    Kodal Minerals plc (LSE:KOD) has celebrated the official opening of the Stage 1 Bougouni Lithium Project in southern Mali, marking a major milestone for both the company and the region’s mining industry. The project has already produced more than 45,000 tonnes of spodumene and is targeting an annual output of 125,000 tonnes of lithium concentrate. The inauguration ceremony, attended by the President of Mali and other senior government officials, highlighted the project’s strategic significance for local economic growth and national resource development. The company expects its first export shipment in the near term, which will initiate revenue generation for Kodal and its joint venture partners.

    Kodal Minerals is entering a pivotal transition phase, supported by a strong balance sheet and steady progress in lithium production. While the company continues to face challenges related to limited revenue and negative cash flow, its current valuation suggests potential upside if production targets are achieved. Ongoing corporate developments enhance the medium-term outlook, although technical indicators remain mixed, reflecting cautious investor sentiment.

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    Kodal Minerals plc is an AIM-listed mineral exploration and development company focused on advancing lithium assets in West Africa. Its flagship asset, the Bougouni Lithium Project in southern Mali, is being developed in partnership with Hainan Mining, a subsidiary of Fosun International. Covering an area of 350 km² in the Birimian geological belt, the project is expected to deliver substantial spodumene concentrate production and position Kodal as a key player in the global lithium supply chain.

  • Aptamer Group Wins Major Contract with Leading Global Pharmaceutical Company

    Aptamer Group Wins Major Contract with Leading Global Pharmaceutical Company

    Aptamer Group plc (LSE:APTA) has announced the signing of a significant new contract worth up to £617,000 with a top-five global pharmaceutical company — marking the third collaboration between the two firms. The agreement underscores the growing commercial momentum of Aptamer’s Optimer® technology platform, which will be used to develop binders for three key drug targets. Retaining full intellectual property rights allows Aptamer to pursue future licensing opportunities, further expanding potential revenue streams. With contract value visibility up 46% year-on-year, the company is strengthening its position for sustainable revenue growth and reinforcing its strong base of repeat business with major pharmaceutical partners.

    Despite encouraging commercial progress, Aptamer Group continues to face financial pressures, including high debt levels and ongoing unprofitability. Technical indicators remain weak, but strategic partnerships and a rising number of corporate milestones offer positive signs for long-term recovery and growth.

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    Aptamer Group plc is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of next-generation synthetic binders, known as Optimer® binders. These innovative molecules serve as alternatives to antibodies, providing high stability, consistency, and cost advantages for use in therapeutics, diagnostics, and research applications. Operating in the global antibody-alternative market, valued at around US$210 billion, Aptamer collaborates with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. Founded in 2008 and listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange in 2021, the company is headquartered in York, UK.

  • EnSilica Delivers Strong Contract Wins Despite Lower Annual Revenue

    EnSilica Delivers Strong Contract Wins Despite Lower Annual Revenue

    EnSilica PLC (LSE:ENSI) has reported its audited financial results for the year ended 31 May 2025, showcasing solid contract momentum even as total revenues declined to £18.2 million year-over-year. The company achieved notable growth in chip supply revenues and improved gross profit margins, reflecting a strategic shift toward higher-value business segments. EnSilica secured multiple major contracts across telecommunications, industrial, and automotive sectors, with a combined lifetime value exceeding $100 million — a development that significantly strengthens its long-term growth pipeline.

    The company continues to invest heavily in research and development to enhance its product offering and technological capabilities. With a goal of achieving cash flow positivity by 2026, EnSilica has outlined medium- and long-term revenue targets of £60 million and £100 million, respectively, underscoring its confidence in sustained expansion.

    While EnSilica’s short-term valuation remains challenged by its lack of profitability and a negative P/E ratio, improving cash flow trends and strong contract wins point to encouraging growth potential. Technical indicators suggest moderate positive momentum, supported by the company’s expanding commercial footprint and robust order backlog.

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    EnSilica PLC is a leading fabless semiconductor design house specializing in custom ASIC design and supply for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and system houses. The company provides advanced integrated circuit (IC) design services, with core expertise in RF, mmWave, mixed-signal, and digital ASICs. Serving clients across automotive, industrial, healthcare, and communications industries, EnSilica also offers a comprehensive portfolio of intellectual property in cryptography, radar, and communications. It operates design centers in the UK, India, and Brazil.

  • RUA Life Sciences Achieves Strong Revenue Growth and Reaches Profitability

    RUA Life Sciences Achieves Strong Revenue Growth and Reaches Profitability

    RUA Life Sciences plc (LSE:RUA) has successfully evolved from a research-driven organization into a revenue-generating medical technology business, posting substantial revenue growth for the 18-month period ending September 2025. Revenue rose to £6.6 million, supported by higher biomaterials royalty income, increased UK contract manufacturing activity, and contributions from its recently acquired French subsidiary, Abiss. The company’s ongoing diversification efforts have reduced dependence on a single key customer, while achieving EBITDA profitability marks a major milestone in its financial turnaround. Looking ahead, RUA expects continued growth, driven by strategic customer expansion and disciplined cash management.

    RUA Life Sciences’ outlook is underpinned by solid revenue momentum and a healthy balance sheet, though challenges remain in sustaining profitability and improving cash flow. A high price-to-earnings ratio and indications of an overbought stock position suggest investors should remain measured despite positive technical momentum.

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    RUA Life Sciences plc operates as a group of medical device businesses focused on the use of long-term implantable biostable polymers, particularly its proprietary Elast-Eon™ technology. The company’s activities include licensing and commercialization of its intellectual property, contract manufacturing, and the development of advanced medical devices for the global healthcare market.

  • Ariana Resources Launches Drilling Program at Dokwe Gold Project in Zimbabwe

    Ariana Resources Launches Drilling Program at Dokwe Gold Project in Zimbabwe

    Ariana Resources (LSE:AAU) has initiated its exploration drilling campaign at the Dokwe Gold Project in Zimbabwe, targeting key zones to evaluate the potential for resource expansion. The program will include 26 drill holes spanning approximately 4,000 meters, focusing on major shear zones estimated to contain more than one million ounces of gold. Initial assay results are expected before year-end, with the company also considering additional drilling for metallurgical analysis—an initiative that could play a crucial role in upcoming feasibility studies and future resource assessments.

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    Ariana Resources PLC is a diversified mineral exploration and development company with a portfolio of gold projects across Africa and Europe. The company focuses on advancing high-potential assets through exploration, resource definition, and strategic partnerships aimed at delivering long-term value for shareholders.

  • Nanoco Extends Development Partnership with Major Asian Chemical Partner

    Nanoco Extends Development Partnership with Major Asian Chemical Partner

    Nanoco Group plc (LSE:NANO) has renewed its Joint Development Agreement with a leading Asian chemical manufacturer for an additional three years. The collaboration will continue advancing and scaling the production process of Quantum Dot nanomaterials used in silicon sensors, with the potential to move into full-scale production by 2028. The revised agreement includes inflation-linked payment increases, providing Nanoco with recurring revenue contributions projected between FY26 and FY29. This extension reinforces the company’s strategic position as a key innovator in high-performance nanomaterials for large-scale, cost-sensitive applications.

    Despite the operational progress, Nanoco continues to face financial headwinds, including a net loss and negative equity. While recent improvements in revenue and cash management are encouraging, technical indicators point to bearish momentum, and the company’s valuation remains pressured by a negative price-to-earnings ratio. Recent management commentary highlights both the risks and opportunities ahead, emphasizing restructuring initiatives and long-term market growth potential as central to the company’s recovery efforts.

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    Nanoco Group plc specializes in the design and production of cadmium-free quantum dots and advanced nanomaterials. Its technologies are used across consumer electronics, automotive, industrial, and defense markets, with particular expertise in enhancing silicon sensors with short-wave infrared capabilities. The company’s proprietary materials support a sustainable and scalable approach to next-generation imaging and sensing solutions.

  • Amaroq Uncovers High-Grade Rare Earth Element Deposits in South Greenland

    Amaroq Uncovers High-Grade Rare Earth Element Deposits in South Greenland

    Amaroq Ltd. (LSE:AMRQ), a mineral exploration and development company, has announced the discovery of high concentrations of rare earth elements (REE) within its Nunarsuit license area in South Greenland. The find represents a major milestone in Amaroq’s strategy to diversify into the rare and critical minerals sector. Sampling from the Ilua pegmatite zone revealed concentrations of up to 2.31% total rare earth oxides (TREO). Located within the Gardar geological province—an area recognized for hosting a large share of global REE resources—the site holds strong potential for further development.

    Amaroq plans to advance exploration efforts and commence targeted drilling in 2026 to determine the scale and economic viability of the discovery. The company believes these results could unlock meaningful value for shareholders and position it as a key participant in meeting the growing global demand for rare earth elements.

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    Amaroq Ltd. is an independent mining and exploration company dedicated to developing Greenland’s rich mineral resources. The company’s portfolio includes gold and strategic metal projects across southern Greenland, anchored by its 100% ownership of the Nalunaq Gold Mine. Additional exploration assets include the Stendalen and Sava Copper Belt projects, which complement its broader focus on gold, copper, and emerging critical minerals.

  • Genedrive Marks First International Rollout with Deployment at Dublin’s Rotunda Hospital

    Genedrive Marks First International Rollout with Deployment at Dublin’s Rotunda Hospital

    Genedrive plc (LSE:GDR) has expanded its international footprint with the implementation of its Genedrive® MT-RNR1 ID Kit at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit of Dublin’s Rotunda Hospital — the company’s first installation outside the UK. Funded by the Rotunda Foundation, the initiative forms part of the Early Identification of Susceptibility to Gentamicin-Induced Hearing Loss programme. The deployment underscores the clinical value of Genedrive’s rapid bedside genetic test, which identifies newborns at risk of gentamicin-related hearing loss, improving patient safety and enhancing neonatal care outcomes. The rollout is supported by the ÉISTIGÍ project and the Charlotte Stoker Fund, reinforcing growing recognition of pharmacogenetic testing as a key advancement in personalized medicine.

    Despite ongoing profitability challenges, Genedrive continues to show positive operational progress, supported by revenue growth and a stable balance sheet. While technical indicators suggest bearish short-term momentum and valuations remain constrained by limited earnings, the company’s latest international deployment strengthens its market positioning and long-term outlook.

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    Genedrive plc is a UK-based molecular diagnostics company specializing in rapid, affordable point-of-care genetic testing. Its flagship products — the Genedrive® MT-RNR1 ID Kit and the Genedrive® CYP2C19 ID Kit — enable clinicians to make precise, time-critical treatment decisions in neonatal and emergency care. Developed in collaboration with NHS partners and recommended by NICE for use within the UK healthcare system, Genedrive’s technologies are helping to advance the adoption of pharmacogenetic testing worldwide.

  • Image Scan Holdings Delivers Second-Half Profit and Strengthens Order Pipeline

    Image Scan Holdings Delivers Second-Half Profit and Strengthens Order Pipeline

    Image Scan Holdings PLC (LSE:IGE) reported a profitable performance in the second half of the fiscal year ending 30 September 2025, marking a turnaround after a difficult start. Early challenges—including supply chain disruptions and delays in a key defence contract—had weighed on results, but improved momentum in the latter half helped narrow the full-year loss. The company closed the period with a solid cash balance of £1.1 million and an impressive forward order book of £4.7 million, reflecting strong demand for its security and defence solutions. Looking ahead, Image Scan plans to broaden its product portfolio and accelerate order conversions to sustain growth.

    The company’s financial outlook shows improving profitability and a stable cash position, though near-term sentiment remains tempered by bearish technical signals and valuation pressures stemming from a negative P/E ratio. Restoring consistent revenue growth and strengthening cash flow will be key priorities moving forward.

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    Image Scan Holdings PLC designs and manufactures advanced X-ray screening systems, serving the global security, defence, and industrial markets. Its technologies are used in counter-terrorism operations and industrial inspection, particularly for automotive emissions components such as catalytic converters and diesel particulate filters. The company markets its products worldwide through a network of specialist distributors and partners.