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Aurora Labs reported a 34% increase in loss after tax to $3.75 million for FY2025, alongside a 327% surge in revenue driven by defence contracts and 3D printing services. The company is progressing its micro gas turbine propulsion systems and pursuing aerospace certification to expand its market footprint.

EOS has reported a 126% increase in its contract backlog to $307 million in 1H 2025, driven by strong demand for its defence and space technologies despite a revenue decline. The company secured a landmark €71.4 million high energy laser weapon export contract and continues to strengthen its balance sheet.

Electro Optic Systems reveals a challenging half-year with a steep revenue drop and loss from continuing operations, offset by a substantial gain from divesting EM Solutions and a major new laser weapons contract.

Critica Limited has confirmed that its Jupiter Project in Western Australia hosts the country’s largest and highest-grade magnet rare earth clay-hosted resource, with 640 million tonnes at 490 ppm MREO. This milestone underscores Jupiter’s strategic potential in supplying critical rare earths essential for clean energy technologies.

Nagambie Resources has completed a $1.2 million capital raise to fund diamond drilling at its Nagambie Mine, targeting a recent high-grade gold-antimony discovery and updating its mineral resource estimate.

Vection Technologies has reported its first positive underlying EBITDA for FY2025, driven by strong growth in its Defence sector. The company sets ambitious FY2026 revenue targets of $70 million, underpinned by a robust $50 million sales pipeline and cutting-edge AI and spatial computing solutions.

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.

Aurora Labs has advanced its micro gas turbine program with key test bench upgrades, a significant Defence grant, and strategic partnerships, positioning itself for international defence market entry.

DroneShield Limited has reported record revenue growth in 2Q25, driven by soaring demand for AI-powered counterdrone solutions amid a global surge in defense spending. The company’s expanding $2.33 billion sales pipeline and strong cash position position it well for future growth.

Vection Technologies has won a $7.2 million extension to its existing defence contract with a European client, reinforcing its role in a multi-year digital transformation program backed by a $19 million budget through FY29.

Ambertech Limited anticipates surpassing $100 million in revenue for FY25, driven by a strong second half and improved profitability across key segments.