Latest Defence Industry News

Macquarie Technology Group has landed a significant A$200 million hybrid capital injection from the Australian Government-backed National Reconstruction Fund Corporation, aimed at boosting sovereign digital infrastructure and cybersecurity services.

First Graphene Limited reported a strong 53% revenue increase driven by new industrial applications, yet posted a $3.35 million net loss influenced by non-cash finance costs. The company’s recent $3.5 million capital raise positions it to focus on commercial expansion without further funding.

European Resources Limited has reported its strongest rare earth drilling results yet at the Korsnäs project in Finland, revealing a significant neodymium-praseodymium enriched zone and confirming the effectiveness of passive seismic targeting.

Locksley Resources has initiated diamond drilling at its Desert Antimony Mine in California, aiming to expand known high-grade mineralisation and support US critical minerals supply chains.

Southern Cross Gold has extended its Golden Dyke discovery by 200 metres west at the Sunday Creek project, revealing 16 vein sets including 10 new ones and delivering some of the highest-grade gold results globally.

Civmec Limited has reported a robust first half for FY26, with strong revenue growth, a record order book, and significant progress in naval shipbuilding. The company’s diversified operations and strategic contracts position it well for future growth.

Nimy Resources has dispatched its first shipment of high-grade gallium mineralised test material from Western Australia to the United States, marking a key step in developing a secure Western supply chain for this critical mineral. The collaboration with M2i Global aims to identify optimal processing routes to support U.S. defence and semiconductor industries.

Fortuna Metals has confirmed it is exempt from Malawi’s 2025 raw mineral export ban, provided it processes rutile and graphite locally before export. This regulatory clarity positions the company to develop premium mineral products for high-value markets.

Nimy Resources has dispatched its inaugural shipment of high-grade gallium ore from Western Australia to the United States, marking a significant step in establishing a secure Western supply chain for this critical mineral.

Vection Technologies has secured a $2.2 million defence contract for its new FEDRA edge data appliance, marking a significant step in its AI-powered military technology portfolio under a $22.3 million framework agreement.

archTIS Limited reports a remarkable 308% increase in annual recurring revenue, driven by deepening ties with the U.S. Department of Defense and strategic Spirion acquisition integration.

AML3D Limited has reported a remarkable 360% increase in customer receipts for the December 2025 quarter, driven by strong demand from the US defence sector and a robust order book of A$16.5 million for FY26. The company is accelerating its US scale-up strategy while expanding into UK and European defence markets.