Latest Defence Sector News

Terra Critical Minerals has validated significant historical tin and indium grades at its newly granted Tamworth Tin Project in NSW, highlighting promising exploration targets across hard-rock and alluvial deposits.

Pure Resources has demonstrated that its Carbon Nanotube Fibre matches copper’s thermal conductivity while weighing up to 5.5 times less, positioning it as a breakthrough for weight-sensitive thermal management in AI and defence sectors.

International Graphite Ltd (ASX:IG6) has partnered with Alkeemia S.p.A. to establish a graphite processing facility in Italy, aiming for first production in the second half of 2027 and a final investment decision by Q3 2026.

Symal Group is set to significantly boost its defence and resources contracting presence through the $51 million acquisition of Shamrock Civil, a Queensland-based contractor with a $315 million pipeline dominated by defence projects.

WhiteHawk Limited has forged a strategic alliance with Perth-based Adisyn Services to enhance cyber risk management and compliance solutions tailored for the defence sector, focusing on AUKUS programs and supply chain security.

Nanoveu’s EMASS technology achieves real-time, always-on keyword spotting using bone-conduction vibration on the ECS-DoT edge AI chip at under 1 milliwatt power, eliminating the need for microphones and overcoming key challenges in wearable voice interfaces.

Blue Star Helium has secured a three-month helium offtake agreement with a major US industrial gases player, establishing a cash flow foundation as it advances longer-term contracts and CO2 commercialisation.

Pure Resources has appointed retired US Navy Vice Admiral Jeff Trussler to its advisory board, aiming to fast-track US government funding and integration of its advanced materials into defence supply chains.

SRG Global has locked in $1.85 billion in contracts across multiple sectors and upgraded its FY26 EBITDA guidance to the top end of $168 million, while initiating FY27 guidance between $190 million and $200 million, surpassing market expectations.

Critical Resources Limited showcased its diversified critical metals portfolio and advanced battery tech at its 2026 AGM, spotlighting growth prospects in lithium, gold, and base metals across Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.

Red Mountain Mining has locked in 100% ownership of the Pioneer Tungsten Project in Montana, an advanced asset with historic drilling pointing to promising tungsten grades. The company plans to kick off drilling in June 2026, capitalising on near-record tungsten prices and US government efforts to secure domestic critical mineral supplies.

Thrive Tribe Technologies (ASX:1TT) has locked in A$4 million through a share placement to accelerate its AI-enabled workforce engagement software, targeting enterprise and defence sectors.