Latest Defence Systems News

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Metallium Limited reports rapid progress at its Gator Point Technology Campus in Texas, advancing its proprietary Flash Joule Heating technology to recover critical metals from electronic waste. The company targets processing 8,000 tonnes of printed circuit boards annually by late 2026.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
10 Mar 2026
BluGlass has embarked on a A$1.25 million development program with a major US defence prime, receiving an initial A$560,000 order to develop cutting-edge visible GaN lasers for aerospace and defence applications.
Sophie Babbage
Sophie Babbage
9 Mar 2026
Electro Optic Systems has locked in a $100 million secured loan facility to fuel growth and support its acquisition of MARSS, positioning the company for expansion in counter-drone technologies.
Victor Sage
Victor Sage
2 Mar 2026
Dateline Resources has acquired the Music Valley Heavy Rare Earths Project in California, backed by historical high-grade data, and invested US$1 million in Fermi Critical Minerals to boost exploration across the US. This move complements its existing gold and rare earth projects, positioning the company at the forefront of critical mineral supply chain security.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
27 Feb 2026
Lodestar Minerals has reported high-grade heavy rare earth element assays up to 3.73% TREO from its Virgin Mountain project in Arizona, significantly surpassing previous results and highlighting its strategic potential in the US critical minerals landscape.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
23 Feb 2026
Electro Optic Systems reported a 27% revenue drop to $128.5 million in FY2025 but posted a net profit of $18.6 million, boosted by the sale of EM Solutions. The company strengthened its position with key contract wins and acquisitions, including the UK-based Interceptor business and a conditional deal for MARSS.
Victor Sage
Victor Sage
23 Feb 2026
Australian Vanadium Limited has broadened its Optimised Feasibility Study to include high purity vanadium products aimed at aerospace, defence, and advanced manufacturing sectors, aligning with evolving critical minerals demand without delaying project timelines.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
19 Feb 2026
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.
Sophie Babbage
Sophie Babbage
3 Feb 2026
Electro Optic Systems (EOS) addresses rumours about relocating its headquarters and stock listing to Europe, affirming no such decisions have been made despite strong growth in European defence markets.
Victor Sage
Victor Sage
2 Feb 2026
Sovereign Metals has successfully recovered a high-value heavy rare earth concentrate from its Kasiya project in Malawi, while securing a strategic collaboration with the World Bank’s IFC to underpin sustainable development and financing.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
30 Jan 2026
BrainChip Holdings has bolstered its financial position with a A$35 million capital raise and commenced volume production of its AKD1500 neuromorphic AI chip, while deepening its strategic partnership with Parsons’ defence arm.
Sophie Babbage
Sophie Babbage
29 Jan 2026
Strategic Elements Ltd reports steady progress in its cutting-edge ventures across automation, AI, and material science, supported by a strong cash position and government-backed innovation incentives.
Sophie Babbage
Sophie Babbage
28 Jan 2026