Latest Defence Technology News

Mount Ridley Mines has announced a significant inferred mineral resource of heavy rare earth oxides at its Western Australian project, highlighting strong concentrations of critical elements dysprosium and terbium essential for advanced technologies.

Energy Technologies Limited, via its subsidiary Cogenic, has acquired Maradin Ltd’s laser optical engineering IP portfolio, positioning itself at the forefront of laser projection technology for AR, VR, and defence applications.

Lodestar Minerals has verified xenotime as the dominant heavy rare earth mineral at its Virgin Mountain project in Arizona, highlighting critical elements essential for US defence and clean energy. The discovery positions the project as a strategic domestic source of scarce heavy rare earths.

EOS management, including CEO Dr Andreas Schwer and CFO Clive Cuthell, have exercised over 3.3 million share options, with the CEO set to sell a significant portion to fund personal commitments.

Electro Optic Systems has secured two major counter-drone contracts worth US$45 million, highlighting rising defence demand amid Middle East conflicts. The largest order involves the Slinger Remote Weapon System for a Middle Eastern customer, with deliveries planned for 2026.

Electro Optic Systems Holdings Limited (EOS) has responded to ASX concerns over insufficient details in its December 2025 announcement about a major US$80 million high energy laser contract, prompting a review and update of its continuous disclosure policy.

ABx Group has discovered new high-extraction ionic rare earth zones at its Deep Leads project in Tasmania, accelerating the path to production within months of approval. This breakthrough enhances the project's commercial viability with rare earths critical for green technologies.

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.

OD6 Metals has secured an exclusive option to acquire the Quinn Fluorspar Project in Nevada, boasting ultra high-grade deposits critical to US supply chains. The move complements its rare earth and copper assets, backed by a $3.4 million capital raise.

Northern Minerals has withdrawn its Extraordinary General Meeting and obtained a court order to defer its 2025 AGM until June 30, 2026, allowing more time for regulatory review. This move supports progress toward a key investment decision for its Browns Range rare earths project.

Astron Limited has released updated Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve estimates for its Donald Project, highlighting increased production forecasts for critical heavy rare earth elements. The project remains shovel ready, backed by comprehensive feasibility studies and regulatory approvals.

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.