Latest Defence Systems News

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Delta Lithium has updated its Mt Ida Mineral Resource Estimate, revealing one of the world’s highest-grade rubidium oxide resources alongside lithium and tantalum, while advancing drilling and processing studies.

Electro Optic Systems has inked a conditional US$80 million contract to supply a 100kW high energy laser weapon to a South Korean customer, marking its second major export order in this advanced defence technology.

Critica Limited has produced a second high-grade rare earth product from its Jupiter Project, achieving 86% total rare earth oxide and confirming the repeatability of its beneficiation process. This milestone reinforces Jupiter's status as Australia's premier rare earth resource amid growing global supply chain concerns.