Hydrix is ramping up its defence technology efforts, focusing on sensing and autonomous systems aligned with Australia’s $425 billion 2026 National Defence Strategy. The company is developing internal prototypes and forging partnerships to commercialise intellectual property in counter-drone and ISR applications.
Li-S Energy has partnered with Praetorian Aeronautics to integrate advanced lithium-sulfur batteries into autonomous interceptor drones, aiming to boost Australia's sovereign defence capabilities.