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

Harvest Technology Group has appointed Veronica Bainton as CEO, signalling a sharpened focus on defence markets and scaling its Nodestream platform internationally.

BluGlass has locked in a $1 million firm commitment through an option shortfall agreement, with potential to raise $1.5 million, reinforcing its financial position after an upsized $8 million placement. The funds will accelerate GaN laser contract delivery and working capital.

1414 Degrees has formed an Aerospace, Drone & Defence Advisory Board featuring six veterans from top defence and aerospace firms to accelerate the rollout of its SiNTL silicon anode battery technology targeting drones and adjacent markets.

Vection Technologies secures a $3.3 million order from Media Comunicazione for its Accessibility Kiosk platform, adding a third profitable revenue stream to its FY26 momentum alongside defence and AI businesses.

1414 Degrees has initiated the scale-up of its SiNTL silicon anode production, moving beyond lab-scale to manufacturer-relevant volumes. This step unlocks formal third-party evaluations and OEM engagement, with full-stack battery development targeting drones, UAVs, and satellites underway.

Elsight has secured a follow-on US$2 million order from a U.S. public safety customer, quadrupling its initial purchase and underscoring growing commercial traction ahead of expected FAA drone rule changes.

KTEK Aerosystems has restarted deliveries after Middle East conflict-related supply chain disruptions, shipping an initial A$500,000 order and aiming for 150 units per month within five months.

Critical Resources Limited showcased its diversified critical metals portfolio and advanced battery tech at its 2026 AGM, spotlighting growth prospects in lithium, gold, and base metals across Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.

Pure Resources (ASX: PR1) has closed a $3 million placement, issuing 12 million shares after shareholder approval, while also issuing options and advisory shares to support exploration and cutting-edge carbon nanotube fibre research.

Red Mountain Mining has locked in 100% ownership of the Pioneer Tungsten Project in Montana, an advanced asset with historic drilling pointing to promising tungsten grades. The company plans to kick off drilling in June 2026, capitalising on near-record tungsten prices and US government efforts to secure domestic critical mineral supplies.

Advanced Innergy Holdings saw an 84% plunge in half-year profit despite a record £116 million order backlog, driven by project timing and IPO-related costs. The company confirmed full-year guidance and is poised for growth with key acquisitions in aquaculture and subsea manufacturing.