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Saunders International has landed a $20 million subcontract to upgrade fuel infrastructure at RAAF Base Learmonth, marking a strategic expansion in Western Australia’s defence sector.

Somerset Minerals Limited has launched a C$2.25 million flow-through share offer targeting Canadian investors, aiming to accelerate exploration activities at its Jura project. The capital raise complements a planned institutional placement and highlights both growth ambitions and inherent risks.

Amaero Ltd has secured a substantial A$9 million saving on its Argon recycling plant, ordered a fourth atomizer to boost U.S. powder production, and remains on track with its A$72 million capital investment program.

Alliance Aviation Services reported record FY25 revenue and flying hours but faces margin pressures from rising costs and a major contract renegotiation. The company’s refreshed leadership is focused on operational improvements and debt reduction in FY26.

Ava Risk Group announces the upcoming retirement of CEO Mal Maginnis, with senior executive Neville Joyce appointed as Acting CEO. The company embarks on a global search for a permanent replacement amid strong recent growth.

GTN Limited reported a modest 2% revenue decline and a sharper 26% drop in adjusted EBITDA for FY25, while maintaining strong cash flow and delivering solid shareholder returns.

GTN Limited faced a tough FY25 with declining revenue and earnings but responded with strategic cost-saving initiatives and strong shareholder returns.

Li-S Energy has won a $7.8 million ARENA grant to accelerate development of a lithium-sulfur battery manufacturing facility in Australia, aiming to boost production capacity from 2 MWh to 1 GWh annually.

Trading in Alliance Aviation Services Limited (AQZ) shares has resumed following the lifting of a suspension tied to a recent trading update announcement.

Alliance Aviation Services has lowered its FY26 earnings guidance significantly below analyst expectations, citing increased depreciation, higher maintenance costs, and a contract dispute. Despite these challenges, the company maintains profitability and a strong balance sheet.

Vection Technologies reports a 60% surge in operating cash flow in Q1 FY26, driven by a landmark $22.3 million Defence framework agreement and a strategic $21 million capital raise. The company is poised for sustainable profitability with a record $75 million contract pipeline through 2028.

NoviqTech Limited has launched Fuel Central for sustainable fuels traceability and established Quantum Intelligence Pty Ltd to advance quantum computing and AI applications, backed by a $1.08 million placement. The company also refreshed its board and expanded its international footprint.