First Graphene

First Graphene has announced the successful production of approximately 600 tonnes of graphene-enhanced cement as preparation for new trial projects expected to roll out in the United Kingdom. The cement contains around three tonnes of First Graphene’s PureGRAPH-CEM® additive and was produced by commercial partner Breedon Group at its Hope Cement Works in Derbyshire.

Production of this historic volume of graphene-enhanced cement, according to First Graphene, marks a milestone for the cement and concrete industry, showcasing the commercial viability of manufacturing a more environmentally-friendly product at scale. Manufacturing was completed efficiently at Hope Cement Works over one day, with PureGRAPH-CEM® being added into the finally milling stage.

First Graphene recently confirmed that it received firm commitments to raise AU$3.5 million (around US$2.3 million), supporting the company’s efforts to scale up the commercial rollout of its graphene product range PureGRAPH®. The funds were secured through a placement of new ordinary shares. 

The proceeds will be directed toward advancing the commercial adoption of PureGRAPH®, which has been gaining traction across multiple industries, including construction, coatings, and advanced manufacturing. First Graphene said demand is emerging from existing clients looking to integrate graphene-enhanced materials into their product lines, presenting an opportunity to scale revenue channels. 

First Graphene has announced it has entered an exclusive License Agreement with Halocell Australia to manufacture, market and sell graphene-enhanced carbon paste. The 12-month Agreement gives First Graphene global exclusivity over development and sale of the PureGRAPH® containing product, with Halocell receiving a 10% royalty on sales as well as using the product in manufacturing its commercially available perovskite solar cells (“PSC”).

Graphene-enhanced carbon paste (L); paste layer on a perovskite solar cell (R). Image credit: First Graphene

This is an addition to the existing Joint Development Agreement and Cooperative Research Centre Project (CRC-P) Partners Agreement reached in June 2022 and August 2023 respectively. Under the pre-existing CRC-P Partners Agreement, First Graphene and Halocell have successfully investigated and introduced graphene to carbon paste with a focus on fine tuning formulation, concentrations, components and syntheses.

First Graphene has announced a series of new UK trials of PureGRAPH®-enhanced cement produced by its commercial partner Breedon Group. Breedon will manufacture approximately 600t of cement incorporating around three tonnes of PureGRAPH CEM at its Hope Cement Works in Derbyshire. The graphene-enhanced cement (GEC) will be supplied to construction and academic partners investigating its performance and carbon-saving potential. 

FP McCann will use 40–60t of the material in roof tile production at its Cadeby plant in Leicestershire, with testing to follow at its Knockloughrim R&D facility. The trial is part of a UK Government-funded Resource Efficient Construction Impacts project under the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and Defra’s Contracts for Innovation scheme. The project will assess performance, efficiency, and waste reduction over a five-month testing period.

First Graphene has completed its first industrial-scale supply of its graphene-enhanced PureGRAPH 10 masterbatch for thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) applications. The shipment included 500 kg and is destined for integration into safety-work boot soles by Southeast Asian manufacturer PT Alasmas Berkat Utama, in collaboration with compounder Duromer.

On 1 July 2025, the company disclosed two orders totaling approximately AUD 165,000 (around USD 110,000) of PureGRAPH product, including the TPU masterbatch for high-wear applications, and noted that volumes will begin to feed into FY26. According to the recent announcement, the masterbatch will help extend polymer durability in harsh operating conditions and integrate into existing thermoplastic production lines without requiring processing changes.

First Graphene has announced that a new waterproofing additive containing PureGRAPH® has been released to the South African cement and concrete market.

Initial orders for graphene enhanced waterproofing additives, containing the Company’s PureGRAPH® product, have been received by South African high performance construction chemicals producer Glade Chemicals Manufacturers CC. Glade is steadily supplying the graphene-enhanced waterproofing additive named KR2-Tech Dry commercially into the South African construction sector following trials conducted in 2024-25.

It was reported that Ireland-based Senergy recently released a range of products including on-roof solar thermal, integrated solar thermal and automotive technologies making use of First Graphene’s PureGRAPH materials. According to a recent statement by First Graphene, Senergy’s polymer heat exchange materials incorporate PureGRAPH.

First Graphene CEO Michael Bell said Senergy’s commercialization of several new material technologies represented “another demonstration of how our product can be used to improve performance across a range of applications. While the Senergy’s orderbook for PureGRAPH is not yet significant, their aspiration to rollout solar thermal technology to 250,000 homes means demand is set to lift.”

First Graphene has provided an update on its graphene-enhanced fire-retardant materials developed for construction and housing. Novel flame-resistant material containing PureGRAPH®, developed by strategic UK-based partner Vector Group, has been filed for patent in Europe, Asia and the United States.

Recent testing of the graphene-enhanced material has reportedly demonstrated excellent flame resistance and mechanical performance, showcasing the fundamental value of PureGRAPH® to the products. Results include a self-extinguishing rate of 100% in various formulations containing a range of
PureGRAPH® loadings, which is a significant improvement in performance compared to conventional non-halogenated materials.

First Graphene and Hazer Group have signed a nonbinding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) under which they will collaborate to identify and assess applications where graphite produced via the proprietary Hazer® Process may offer technical and/or commercial advantages to First Graphene’s product lines.

The collaboration focuses on evaluating the suitability of Hazer graphite in First Graphene’s product development, aiming to support innovation and expand market opportunities for both parties. The parties intend to explore commercial options following assessment and testing in relation to supply and offtake agreements.

First Graphene has provided an update on its  financial and operational performance for the quarter ending 30 June 2025.

First Graphene reported a combined income for the June quarter of FY2025 of circa A$273,000 (almost US$177,000) - unaudited, comprised of ~A$145,000 (US$93,700) in graphene sales and ~A$128,000 (US$83,000) in paid development and grant-funded programs. The graphene sales revenue was primarily generated from the composites and polymer segments. This brings total income for FY2025 (unaudited) to more than A$1.2 million *us$776,000), covering topline graphene sales, development and grant-funded programs.