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Austal Limited has won a A$136 million contract extension to build two additional Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boats for the Australian Border Force, increasing the total contracted vessels to six and reinforcing Australia's sovereign naval shipbuilding capabilities.

Ava Risk Group posted a $6.1 million Q3 sales intake and secured a $7 million strategic investment to fuel US expansion, while geopolitical tensions delay some Middle East orders.

Ava Risk Group has announced a $7 million strategic investment from US-based Hale Capital to fuel its expansion into the US federal security market and accelerate product development. This partnership aims to position Ava as a global leader in critical infrastructure protection with a strong US presence.

Ava Risk Group secures key government contracts and expands its technology trials in Australia, the US, and the Middle East during Q3 FY2026, reinforcing its position in critical infrastructure security.

Ava Risk Group reports a softer first half with delayed orders impacting revenue, but anticipates a robust recovery in the second half backed by new contracts and a strategic investment.

Austal has won a A$135 million contract extension to build two additional Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boats for the Australian Border Force, expanding its fleet and reinforcing maritime security capabilities.

Excite Technology Services Limited reported a remarkable 370% revenue increase to $13.54 million for H1 FY2026, driven by strong growth across its cybersecurity, digital forensics, and IT managed services divisions. However, losses widened 43% to $2.51 million, reflecting restructuring and scaling costs, while the company secured $2.1 million in convertible notes to support its growth ambitions.

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.

Excite Technology Services delivered a standout September quarter with record sales and secured $2.1 million in convertible note funding, reinforcing its growth trajectory in cybersecurity and digital forensics.

Ava Risk Group reported a 5% revenue increase in FY2025, driven by its Detect segment and a strong sales backlog. The company targets over 20% revenue growth in FY2026, supported by its Aura Ai-X fibre optic sensing technology and strategic global partnerships.

Ava Risk Group reported a solid start to FY2026 with $9 million in Q1 sales orders and a $7.5 million backlog, underpinning its guidance for a profitable first half.

Ava Risk Group has secured $0.9 million in contracts to deploy its Aura Ai-X fibre sensing technology for border protection in Latvia and a major Australian transport infrastructure project, underscoring growing demand in critical security sectors.