Graphene-Info: the graphene experts

A research team at Korea's Institute for Basic Science (IBS) recently resolved a long-standing question in graphene science - whether the material intrinsically attracts or repels water - by combining machine-learning-enhanced molecular dynamics simulations with vibrational spectroscopy modeling.

The interaction between graphene and water underpins applications ranging from filtration membranes to nanoelectronics, yet its intrinsic wettability has remained controversial. Experimental observations have been inconsistent: in some cases, water droplets bead up (hydrophobic behavior), while in others they spread (hydrophilic behavior). This led to the widely discussed concept of “wetting transparency,” in which atomically thin graphene was assumed to transmit the wettability of its underlying substrate.

Premier Graphene, together with its joint venture partners, including HGI Industrial Technologies SAPI, has announced the successful completion and delivery of its first military-related order. Mexico’s Secretaría de la Defensa Nacional (SEDENA)’s order marks an operational milestone, positioning the Company for ongoing defense-related supply opportunities within Mexico and potentially broader Latin American markets.

The order, issued through Dirección General de Fábrica de Vestuario y Equipo (FAVE), was successfully completed and delivered on May 8, 2026. The delivered products passed preliminary inspection and was officially registered as delivered at 4:50 PM Central Time on May 8, 2026. This was only the first tranche of goods.

Graphene Manufacturing Group (GMG) has announced that it has signed a 3 year lease, with options for term extension, to support production expansion and to provide additional office space for staff. The site is within the Richlands suburb of Brisbane, nearby to the existing headquarters of the Company. 

GMG aims to deliver its Gen 2.0 Graphene Production Project (the "Gen 2.0 Project") by end of June 2026 - which is expected to produce at least 10 tonnes per annum of graphene at its headquarters in Richlands, Queensland, Australia. Once the Gen 2.0 Project is commissioned and operating, GMG plans to replicate and establish other production plants around the world to enable scaled production for potential sales, diversify and lower production risks, and reduce operating costs by locating the plant in countries with lower operating costs, including low cost natural gas - one of GMG's key production input costs.

Paragraf has announced the launch of its latest Graphene Field Effect Transistor (GFET), the PMF2000, marking a step forward in scalable graphene device manufacturing.

The PMF2000 builds on Paragraf’s existing GFET technology, retaining its hallmark contamination-free graphene while introducing production on six-inch silicon wafers. This transition is enabled by the company’s new large-wafer manufacturing facility in Huntingdon - described as the world’s first graphene foundry. The move to larger wafers improves device yield and consistency, setting a new benchmark for quality and enabling reliable high-volume production.

Graphene Manufacturing Group (GMG) has announced that its THERMAL-XR graphene coating solution is being applied to air conditioning units at two luxury residential towers under construction on Australia’s Gold Coast in Queensland. The project involves coating between 300 and 600 air conditioners at GMG’s spray booth facility in Brisbane.

The company said the coating is designed to improve energy efficiency, reduce corrosion and extend the operating life of HVAC equipment. "Great to see two of the largest towers in Australia using THERMAL-XR on their air conditioners to save energy for the apartment owners and tenants as well as limiting corrosion and extending the air conditioners' life,” GMG CEO Craig Nicol said in a statement.

Volt Carbon Technologies has provided an update on its operations, highlighting ongoing commercialization efforts and expanded activities in graphene-related materials.

Over the past three years, Volt has generated modest revenues through mineral processing services and advanced materials development programs, as reported in its Management’s Discussion and Analysis filings. While these revenues have not been material, they have helped offset a portion of operating costs as the company continues to prioritize process development and commercial readiness.

Vorbeck Materials has inaugurated a new manufacturing facility in Grand Forks, North Dakota, which will serve as a main production hub for its advanced materials and firefighting foams. The company expects the site to produce up to one million gallons of foam per year, significantly scaling its commercial capacity.

The Grand Forks location was chosen to tap into the region’s strong unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and drone ecosystem, as well as its supportive technology and manufacturing environment. Vorbeck also plans to deepen collaboration with the University of North Dakota (UND), offering students new research and career opportunities in graphene and advanced materials.