Latest Defence Contracts News

Vection Technologies reports a 60% revenue surge in 1H25, secures a $21 million equity raise, and strengthens its position in defence AI and spatial computing with a robust $75 million sales pipeline.

Vection Technologies has landed a $22.3 million multi-year framework agreement with a NATO-approved European defence partner, boosting its defence program value to $40 million through 2030.

Ventia Services Group has won two major Defence Base Services Transformation contracts worth $2.7 billion, reinforcing its long-term role in supporting Australian Defence infrastructure.

Downer EDI Limited has won a $3.05 billion contract to provide base and estate services to the Australian Department of Defence, significantly expanding its operational regions and responsibilities over the next decade.

Service Stream Limited has landed a major long-term contract with the Australian Department of Defence to manage property and asset services across South Australia and the Northern Territory, marking a significant expansion into defence infrastructure support.

DroneShield Limited has responded to ASX scrutiny over its disclosure of losing a $45.9 million Systems Integration Partner contract for Project LAND 156, denying the information was material to investors.

Elsight has secured a US$5.35 million contract with a European defence OEM, pushing its 2025 orders to US$23.3 million, a staggering 1000% increase over 2024. The company’s rising deliveries and upcoming ASX index inclusions mark a pivotal growth phase.

Senetas Corporation reported a substantial $27.8 million net profit for FY2025, driven by the strategic sale of its Votiro business. The company also announced plans for a capital return and a major share consolidation ahead of a promising growth outlook.

HighCom Limited reports a sharp 90% reduction in net loss for FY25, turning EBITDA positive and advancing new product development with XTclave technology. Leadership changes and strategic focus set the stage for growth despite cautious US market conditions.

Vection Technologies reports its first positive underlying EBITDA alongside a 22% pro-forma revenue increase, driven by major defence contracts and AI integration. The company’s strategic acquisition and sector diversification set the stage for sustainable growth in FY26.

Aurora Labs reported a 34% increase in loss after tax to $3.75 million for FY2025, alongside a 327% surge in revenue driven by defence contracts and 3D printing services. The company is progressing its micro gas turbine propulsion systems and pursuing aerospace certification to expand its market footprint.

DroneShield was not selected as the Systems Integration Partner for the Australian Defence’s LAND 156 program, yet it reported record half-year revenue and profit driven by strong global demand for its counterdrone technology.