Latest Aukus Partnership News

The Australian Treasurer has approved Hanwha Corporation’s increase of its direct equity stake in Austal Limited from 9.9% to 19.9%, setting the stage for potential strategic partnerships as Austal rides a wave of record revenues and defence contracts.

Hazer Group has partnered with M Resources to integrate its methane pyrolysis technology into a bid to transform the Whyalla steelworks into a low-carbon steelmaking hub. This collaboration aims to produce clean hydrogen and graphite, aligning with government decarbonisation goals.

VEEM Ltd posted a 15% revenue decline and a 57% net profit drop for FY25, reflecting cyclical defence contract impacts. The company secured a $65 million ASC contract extension and continues investing in R&D and automation to drive future growth.

AML3D has opened a cutting-edge Wire-Arc Additive Manufacturing facility in Ohio, enhancing U.S. defense production and supporting the AUKUS partnership. The new site aims to supply critical components for the Virginia-class submarine program while creating local jobs.

Aurora Labs has reached a critical design freeze milestone under its Australian Defence Force contract, advancing its novel 3D-printed propulsion system towards testing and validation phases.

AML3D has delivered Copper-Nickel components for the U.S. Navy’s Virginia-Class submarine program in under five weeks, a dramatic reduction from traditional manufacturing timelines, reinforcing Australia’s role in the AUKUS defense supply chain.