Latest Defence News

First Graphene accelerates its US expansion by acquiring MITO Material Solutions, gaining functionalised graphene technologies and a direct commercial foothold in the world’s largest defence and aerospace market.

Chalice Mining has outlined a compelling 2.5km copper-molybdenum-silver soil anomaly near Goomalling, WA, featuring rock chips with over 15% total rare earth oxides and strategic magnet rare earths. An initial drilling program is imminent.

Blue Star Helium has secured a three-month helium offtake agreement with a major US industrial gases player, establishing a cash flow foundation as it advances longer-term contracts and CO2 commercialisation.

Pioneer Minerals has reopened the historic Springfield Mine Road, enabling vehicle access to its North Pine Project in Idaho and slashing exploration costs. This milestone sets the stage for accelerated fieldwork targeting tungsten, gold, and gallium.

DroneShield has landed a $24.9 million contract with the US Department of War’s Joint Interagency Task Force 401 to supply mobile and fixed counter-drone solutions, reinforcing its foothold in the US defence market.

Pure Resources has appointed retired US Navy Vice Admiral Jeff Trussler to its advisory board, aiming to fast-track US government funding and integration of its advanced materials into defence supply chains.

Aurora Labs has landed a $1 million Australian Government grant, matched dollar-for-dollar, to boost production of its micro gas turbine propulsion systems for defence applications using commercial 3D printing technology.

Black Bear Minerals has engaged Ausenco for detailed restart studies at its Shafter Silver Project, while securing a non-binding financing support letter from Export Finance Australia to explore funding pathways aligned with U.S.-Australia critical minerals priorities.

Evion Group has appointed former Australian Ambassador to the US, Arthur Sinodinos, as Strategic Advisor to accelerate its US critical minerals strategy following its acquisition of the CARP Fluorspar Project in Nevada.

SRG Global has locked in $1.85 billion in contracts across multiple sectors and upgraded its FY26 EBITDA guidance to the top end of $168 million, while initiating FY27 guidance between $190 million and $200 million, surpassing market expectations.

Ventia Services Group has secured a five-year, $133 million extension to manage the Australian Marine Complex-Common User Facility in Henderson, reinforcing its role in Australia's maritime and defence infrastructure.

Senetas Corporation plans to return $3.5 million to shareholders via an equal capital reduction, reflecting confidence in its cash flow and growth prospects following recent strategic moves.