Latest Aerospace And Defence News

Heavy Rare Earths Limited has initiated a strategic review of its Cowalinya rare earth project, focusing on heavy rare earth oxides critical for energy and defence sectors. The review aims to unlock value from high-grade zones within a substantial JORC resource through expert reinterpretation and targeted metallurgical testing.

1414 Degrees has secured $8.45 million in a placement to advance its silicon battery technology and renewable energy projects, targeting drone, defence, space, and data centre markets.

OD6 Metals has dramatically expanded its Quinn Fluorspar Project in Nevada, staking 226 mining claims across seven project areas and uncovering multiple historic high-grade fluorspar occurrences. This strategic move positions the company to develop a district-scale operation supplying critical minerals to the US market.

Andromeda Metals has started commissioning its High Purity Alumina pilot plant, aiming to produce commercial-grade 4N HPA samples in the second half of 2026 for customer qualification. The pilot plant will also explore value from by-products like amorphous silica and gallium, adding potential upside to the project.

1414 Degrees (ASX:14D) has partnered with European space company Orbit Boy to test its SiNTL silicon-anode battery technology for satellite and rocket applications, aiming to break into the growing space battery market.

Eden Innovations has wrapped up the second tranche of its $4 million institutional placement, issuing over 14 million shares at 18 cents each. The capital injection finalises the raise announced in April, with shares issued under ASX rules and ranking equally with existing stock.

First Graphene accelerates its US expansion by acquiring MITO Material Solutions, gaining functionalised graphene technologies and a direct commercial foothold in the world’s largest defence and aerospace market.

Blue Star Helium has secured a three-month helium offtake agreement with a major US industrial gases player, establishing a cash flow foundation as it advances longer-term contracts and CO2 commercialisation.

Evion Group has appointed former Australian Ambassador to the US, Arthur Sinodinos, as Strategic Advisor to accelerate its US critical minerals strategy following its acquisition of the CARP Fluorspar Project in Nevada.

1414 Degrees has formed an Aerospace, Drone & Defence Advisory Board featuring six veterans from top defence and aerospace firms to accelerate the rollout of its SiNTL silicon anode battery technology targeting drones and adjacent markets.

1414 Degrees has initiated the scale-up of its SiNTL silicon anode production, moving beyond lab-scale to manufacturer-relevant volumes. This step unlocks formal third-party evaluations and OEM engagement, with full-stack battery development targeting drones, UAVs, and satellites underway.

Red Mountain Mining has locked in 100% ownership of the Pioneer Tungsten Project in Montana, an advanced asset with historic drilling pointing to promising tungsten grades. The company plans to kick off drilling in June 2026, capitalising on near-record tungsten prices and US government efforts to secure domestic critical mineral supplies.