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Metal Powder Works has formalized a partnership with Austal USA to develop custom metal powders for US Navy additive manufacturing, positioning MPW within a critical defense supply chain.

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.

Saunders International reported a challenging FY2025 with profit declines amid operational headwinds but strengthened its Water sector presence through the Aqua Metro acquisition. The company projects a stronger FY2026 backed by a record $4 billion pipeline and improved margins.

Austal Limited reported a robust FY2025 with revenue up 24% and EBIT doubling, underpinned by a landmark Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement with the Australian Government and significant US contract wins.

AML3D Limited reported steady quarterly receipts alongside a landmark US Navy Letter of Intent and significant orders, underpinning a major growth phase in the US and Europe.

Austal Limited has reached a confidential equitable adjustment agreement with the US Navy, resolving cost and schedule issues on the T-ATS shipbuilding program and limiting the contract to three vessels.

VEEM Ltd has secured $14 million through a placement to fuel its expansion in defence manufacturing, including a landmark US$33 million licence agreement with Northrop Grumman. The company is poised to accelerate revenue in the second half of FY26 as it deepens ties with major US defence contractors.

VEEM Limited has completed a $14 million placement to accelerate its growth in the defence sector, highlighted by a new 9-year manufacturing licence agreement with Northrop Grumman valued initially at US$33 million. This positions VEEM alongside major US defence contractors and signals a significant step into the expanding submarine and naval supply chains.

Austal Limited secures a significant US$314 million contract option from the US Coast Guard, advancing the Offshore Patrol Cutter program with orders for three additional vessels.

Austal Limited has reported a remarkable 24% revenue increase and a 503% surge in net profit for FY2025, yet has chosen not to declare any dividends for the year.

Austal Limited has raised its FY2025 EBIT guidance from $80 million to at least $100 million, driven by robust manufacturing performance and a key submarine modules contract with General Dynamics Electric Boat.

Austal Limited has finalized a Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement with the Commonwealth of Australia, positioning its subsidiary as the nation’s key Tier 2 naval shipbuilder. This long-term pact sets the stage for significant defence vessel construction in Western Australia.