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Li-S Energy has inked a strategic collaboration with Australian defence firm EPE, unlocking pathways to international defence markets for its ultra-lightweight lithium sulfur batteries.

HighCom Limited’s FY26 results reveal a sharp revenue drop and widening loss driven by a US Government shutdown, but a strengthened leadership team and expanded global sales pipeline set the stage for recovery.

Electro Optic Systems (ASX:EOS) reported a record first half in 2026 with revenue soaring 283% to A$168.8 million, driven by the MARSS acquisition and expanding defence contracts. The order book jumped 84% to A$846 million, underpinning a bullish outlook amid a global defence spending surge.

Boresight Ltd (ASX: BST) marked its ASX debut in June with a successful $8 million IPO, reporting a 55% revenue increase in FY26 and securing a major US manufacturing expansion to meet rising defence drone demand.

Electro Optic Systems (ASX:EOS) posted a 284% surge in first-half 2026 revenue to $169 million, driven by robust defence contracts and regional tensions. Its order book hit a historic $846 million, prompting an upgrade to full-year guidance and signalling strong momentum in counter-drone and laser weapon systems.

Electro Optic Systems (ASX:EOS) has secured two significant defence contracts in the Middle East worth about A$38 million, marking a strategic expansion in its defence technology footprint.

Electro Optic Systems’ MARSS division has been tapped by BAE Systems to provide the AI-driven command and control platform for its new Anti Threat System, a major step in global counter-drone defence.

Electro Optic Systems (ASX:EOS) reports sustained demand driven by global conflicts, launches MARSS business in Europe, and updates 2026 revenue outlook with base business guidance of $240m to $270m.

Boresight Ltd (ASX: BST) is seeking to raise $8 million through a public offer to expand its cost-effective military drone manufacturing, targeting growth in the US and European markets.

Aurora Labs has formalised a three-year Teaming Agreement with European defence giant MBDA to jointly develop 3D-printed turbojet propulsion for next-generation missile systems, expanding its footprint in key international defence markets.

Electro Optic Systems (ASX:EOS) invites eligible shareholders to participate in a capped A$25 million Share Purchase Plan at the same price as its recent A$150 million institutional placement, supporting its MARSS acquisition and growth strategy.

Eden Innovations appoints former European Parliament member Antanas Guoga to lead EdenShield’s push into European defence and critical infrastructure markets amid surging regional security spending.