Latest Defence Sector News

Duratec Limited has acquired EIG Australia for up to $9 million, significantly boosting its fuel infrastructure and electrical services capabilities across key Australian sectors including Defence and Mining.

Hydrix Limited reports steady June quarter revenues with a 10% rise from the prior quarter, supported by new contract wins and a robust $40 million project pipeline.

Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has secured its largest-ever order for the Slinger Counter-Drone system, boosting its contract backlog by 25% to $170 million and reporting strong cash flow and a debt-free balance sheet.

Larvotto Resources has given the final nod to develop its Hillgrove Antimony-Gold Project in NSW, fully funded and moving into construction with production set for mid-2026.

archTIS reports robust quarterly growth with a 17% rise in annual recurring revenue and key defence contracts secured across the US, UK, Japan, and Australia. A recent $7.5 million capital raise positions the company for further international expansion.

RemSense Technologies closed FY2025 with a positive EBITDA and expanding virtualplant platform usage among major clients, setting the stage for significant growth in FY2026. The company’s strategic hires and new contracts highlight its rising footprint in industrial digital transformation.

BluGlass Limited has secured its first order from the Indian Department of Defence and reported a significant 16% improvement in visible laser efficiency, alongside raising $7.6 million to support growth.

VanEck Global Defence ETF, launched in September 2024, has reported a solid AUD 2.8 million profit in its first interim financial results ending January 2025, marking a promising start for the defence-focused fund.

AML3D has appointed Arc Additive as its UK and European distribution partner, marking a strategic push into key manufacturing and defence markets across Europe. This move follows a successful capital raise and a contract with BAE Systems UK, underpinning AML3D’s growth ambitions.

DroneShield Limited has secured a $5 million contract under Australia’s Project LAND156 to supply portable counter-drone systems to the Australian Defence Force, positioning itself as a key player in the nation’s evolving defence technology landscape.

AML3D Limited reports a 77% jump in US customer receipts and secures a pivotal US Navy Letter of Intent worth up to $200 million, underpinning its rapid expansion in defence manufacturing.

Metal Powder Works has significantly expanded its production capacity and customer base in the June 2025 quarter, while securing strategic partnerships that position it strongly in defence and nuclear sectors.