Latest Defence Applications News

Perpetual Resources has secured a significant tungsten exploration package in Brazil’s Seridó Mineral Province, aiming to capitalise on rising demand for this critical mineral amid global supply constraints.

The Australian Treasurer has issued interim directions preventing Hong Kong Ying Tak Limited from transferring or voting over 361 million shares in Northern Minerals, amid suspected breaches of foreign investment disposal orders. Northern Minerals is cooperating with regulators while focusing on its rare earths project.

Victory Metals has announced a significant metallurgical breakthrough at its North Stanmore project, achieving over 70% extraction of critical heavy rare earths using a low-cost, low-complexity process. This advancement promises a faster, simpler path to market, setting the company apart in the competitive rare earths sector.

VHM Ltd has secured board approval to develop its Goschen Rare Earths and Mineral Sands Project at full capacity, signalling a strategic pivot to meet surging global demand for critical minerals.

Energy Technologies Limited, via its subsidiary Cogenic, has acquired Maradin Ltd’s laser optical engineering IP portfolio, positioning itself at the forefront of laser projection technology for AR, VR, and defence applications.

BluGlass has embarked on a A$1.25 million development program with a major US defence prime, receiving an initial A$560,000 order to develop cutting-edge visible GaN lasers for aerospace and defence applications.

6K Additive has secured a US$1.95 million Phase II contract from a U.S. defense agency to develop domestic recycling of critical strategic metals into high-value powders, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign imports.

Codrus Minerals has identified high-grade molybdenum mineralisation up to 4.2% at its Bull Run Gold Project in Oregon, revealing significant polymetallic potential beyond gold. The discovery opens new avenues for exploration and value creation.

American Tungsten & Antimony Ltd’s initial exploration at Dutch Mountain reveals a larger-than-expected tungsten system, supported by a fully permitted processing facility that could accelerate development in Utah’s Clifton Mining District.

Red Mountain Mining is making significant strides in its US critical minerals portfolio, reporting strong antimony assay results and gearing up for extensive exploration programs. The company’s projects align closely with US and Australian government initiatives to secure domestic critical metal supplies.

Advanced Innergy Holdings Ltd (ASX:AIH) has reported a robust FY25 performance highlighted by a successful IPO and strong growth across its core segments, setting a confident tone for FY26.

Australian Vanadium Limited has broadened its Optimised Feasibility Study to include high purity vanadium products aimed at aerospace, defence, and advanced manufacturing sectors, aligning with evolving critical minerals demand without delaying project timelines.