Latest Defence Manufacturing News

Synertec Corporation has reported its strongest first quarter since FY19, driven by a 13% revenue increase and a new order for its Powerhouse microgrid units from Santos. The company’s engineering division also shows promising expansion with a robust project pipeline.

Aurora Labs has advanced its micro gas turbine propulsion program with critical durability testing, a new Defence contract phase, and a strategic $5.5 million capital raise to scale manufacturing and commercialisation.

Li-S Energy has partnered with Praetorian Aeronautics to integrate advanced lithium-sulfur batteries into autonomous interceptor drones, aiming to boost Australia's sovereign defence capabilities.

VEEM Ltd has secured $14 million through a placement to fuel its expansion in defence manufacturing, including a landmark US$33 million licence agreement with Northrop Grumman. The company is poised to accelerate revenue in the second half of FY26 as it deepens ties with major US defence contractors.

VEEM Limited has completed a $14 million placement to accelerate its growth in the defence sector, highlighted by a new 9-year manufacturing licence agreement with Northrop Grumman valued initially at US$33 million. This positions VEEM alongside major US defence contractors and signals a significant step into the expanding submarine and naval supply chains.

Civmec Limited reported solid FY2025 financials with revenue surpassing A$810 million and a strengthened order book of A$1.25 billion, underpinned by its strategic acquisition of Luerssen Australia.

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.

Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has secured a role in the Australian Defence Force’s $1.3 billion Project LAND 156, aiming to develop advanced counter-drone capabilities over the next decade. Initial orders for EOS’s Slinger remote weapon system could boost revenues from 2026 onwards.

VEEM Limited has achieved approved supplier status with Huntington Ingalls Newport News Shipbuilding, positioning itself to enter the US defence supply chain with anticipated RFQs in the first half of FY26.

VEEM Limited has renewed a six-year, $65 million contract to supply critical components for Australia's Collins Class submarines, reinforcing its long-standing defence partnership and projecting stronger financial performance in FY26.

FBR Limited has secured a significant $7.8 million memorandum of understanding for its Hadrian X® robotic bricklayer and launched a new DST®-enabled welding robot, Mantis, while advancing automation projects with Samsung Heavy Industries.

Aurora Labs has advanced its micro gas turbine program with key test bench upgrades, a significant Defence grant, and strategic partnerships, positioning itself for international defence market entry.