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Northern Territory Economic Forum Focus: Resources, Energy and Defense Drive Future Growth

The 5th Future Northern Territory Forum was held in Darwin, where political and business leaders discussed key topics such as energy, defense, and infrastructure. This article analyzes the opportunities and challenges of the Northern Territory's economic transformation, as well as its strategic significance for Australia's resource exports and Asia-Pacific trade.

James Sterling3 min read
Energy Infrastructure

Edie Energy & Technology Award shortlist announced: What does it mean for Australia's energy transition and technological innovation?

The shortlist for the 2026 Edie Energy & Technology Awards has been announced, covering categories such as AI, smart grids, and renewable energy. Although no Australian companies were directly selected, the award trends hold significant reference value for Australia's mining, renewable energy, and clean technology strategies. This article analyzes the global energy transition directions revealed by the awards and their implications for Australian businesses.

Hiroshi Tanaka4 min read
Asia Pacific Trade

Australia's resource export outlook strengthened: despite trade headwinds, revenue forecast for 2025-26 raised to A$405 billion

The latest *Resources and Energy Quarterly Report* from Australia's Department of Industry, Science and Resources has raised its export revenue forecast to A$405 billion in 2025-26, driven by AI investment, the energy transition, and supply chain security needs. Iron ore remains the largest export, while gold has risen to second place.

Alistair Vance6 min read
Australia Business

Resilience Amid a Weak Iron Ore Market: Fenix Resources Defies the Trend to Accumulate Cash

Australian small-scale iron ore miner Fenix Resources has achieved cash growth through steady operations amid low iron ore prices, with FY26 shipments reaching 4.4 million tonnes and cash reserves increasing to A$81 million. This article analyzes its strategy and significance for the Australian mining industry.

Sarah Jenkins5 min read
Asia Pacific Trade

Fenix and Mira Bulk join forces: A new chapter in vertically integrated shipping of iron ore

Fenix Resources and Mira Bulk have established a freight joint venture, securing $44 million in long-term financing aimed at reducing iron ore transportation costs and expanding production. The article analyzes the impact of this deal on Australia's iron ore industry, port efficiency, and the Asia-Pacific export landscape.

Sarah Jenkins5 min read
Asia Pacific Trade

A new agenda for the Quad security dialogue: how ports, subsea cables, and critical minerals are reshaping Australia’s business landscape

The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue has placed ports, undersea cables, and critical minerals in a more prominent position, showing that Indo-Pacific competition is extending from the military realm into trade, infrastructure, and resource security. For Australia, this is not only a matter of geopolitics, but it also affects mining, shipping, digital infrastructure, and the flow of regional investment.

Alistair Vance8 min read