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Marmota Limited has unveiled spectacular heavy mineral concentrations from its February 2025 drilling at the Muckanippie EL 6166 titanium project, expanding the mineralised zone to 3.2km by 1.8km with grades reaching 63%.

Amaero Ltd updates its financial outlook, targeting positive EBITDA by FY2027 and reaffirming a A$72 million capital investment plan despite delays in US Department of Defense contracts.

Peak Minerals has expanded its Minta Rutile Project in Cameroon to a sprawling 540 square kilometres, confirming continuous high-grade rutile mineralisation and setting the stage for a potentially world-class deposit.

Orbital Corporation has appointed Stephen Pearce as CEO, marking a strategic shift from engine development to commercialising propulsion and flight management systems for defence UAVs.

VEEM Limited has been awarded $2 million in government grants to enhance its manufacturing capabilities for critical naval components, supporting Australia's nuclear submarine and defence programs.

Duratec Limited has lowered its FY25 revenue and EBITDA guidance due to project delays and weather disruptions but remains optimistic about a robust pipeline and growth prospects in FY26.

Metals Australia reports exceptional drilling results at its Lac Carheil graphite project in Quebec, revealing thick, high-grade graphite zones that significantly extend the known resource. These findings pave the way for a major resource upgrade and accelerated project development.

Thunderbird Resources advances exploration of high-grade gold and antimony projects in New South Wales, while progressing copper and uranium ventures in Peru and Canada.

HighCom Limited has landed a significant A$2.6 million order from the Australian Department of Defence to supply Counter Small Uncrewed Aerial Systems, marking a strategic expansion into counter-drone technology.

SKS Technologies has delivered a robust first half in 2025, showcasing strong revenue growth and a burgeoning project pipeline, underpinned by zero debt and strategic expansion in data centres and traditional electrical services.

Ventia Services Group Limited delivered strong financial results for 2024, highlighted by a 12.8% rise in NPATA and a record 92% contract renewal rate, while reaffirming growth guidance despite ongoing ACCC proceedings.

Nimy Resources has raised $2.75 million through a share placement to fast-track exploration and resource definition at its promising Block 3 gallium discovery in Western Australia amid soaring global gallium prices.