Latest Defence Infrastructure News

Duratec has landed a $68 million subcontract to build and commission the Blast and Paint Facility at the Darwin Ship Lift, a strategic maritime infrastructure project supporting defence and commercial sectors.

Vanadium Resources (ASX: VR8) has signed a non-binding offtake term sheet with U.S. Vanadium for 100% of vanadium slag from its Steelpoortdrift V-Iron Plant, while appointing Rand Merchant Bank to secure project financing.

Eden Innovations has unveiled EdenShield®, a new division focused on commercialising advanced carbon nanotube-enhanced materials and dual-fuel systems for defence and critical infrastructure, aiming to tap into a rapidly expanding global aerospace and defence market.

Duratec's joint venture with Ertech has clinched a $281 million contract to upgrade submarine infrastructure at HMAS Stirling, marking a major step in Australia's AUKUS defence preparations.

Civmec Limited reports a 24.3% drop in revenue and a 19% fall in net profit for the half year ended December 2025, while advancing its naval shipbuilding footprint through the acquisition of Luerssen Australia.

HighCom Limited appoints seasoned executive Geoffrey Knox as Executive Chairman and CEO, signaling a strategic push to strengthen its defence manufacturing and sustainment operations in Australia and the US.

Duratec Limited’s joint venture with Ertech has been greenlit to begin early procurement for critical infrastructure upgrades at HMAS Stirling, supporting Australia’s future submarine capabilities under the AUKUS partnership.

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.

Tasmea Limited reported robust FY25 financial results with a 74% jump in net profit after tax, driven by organic growth and strategic acquisitions. The company reaffirmed its FY26 guidance, supported by a $43 million institutional placement to fuel further expansion.

Etherstack’s subsidiary has landed a A$2.5 million contract with the Australian Defence, reinforcing its growing footprint in sovereign defence communications.

Ventia Services Group has secured a substantial $935 million contract to provide clothing services to the Australian Defence Force, marking a significant expansion of its defence sector presence.

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.