Latest Defense Industry News

Amaero Ltd has announced plans to re-domicile from Australia to the United States, aiming to tap into larger capital markets and position itself for a potential US IPO by late 2026 or early 2027. The move retains its ASX listing while opening doors to broader investor pools and strategic growth opportunities.

BrainChip has launched its AKD2500 silicon development project, advancing its Akida™ 2.0 neuromorphic AI platform with a $2.5 million investment and prototype expected by Q3 2026.

Revolution Private Credit Income Trust has launched a A$60 million institutional placement at A$2.00 per unit, aiming to bolster its investment in senior secured loans across Australia and New Zealand. The trust targets a net yield to maturity of 7.83%, emphasizing disciplined risk management and transparency.

IperionX has completed commissioning of its titanium powder and component manufacturing facilities, setting the stage for a major production scale-up backed by US Department of War funding. The company is progressing commercial contracts and advancing its critical minerals project in Tennessee.

Titomic has made significant strides in transitioning from development to production, securing key contracts in defense and semiconductor sectors while maintaining a strong cash position.

Everest Metals Corporation, in partnership with Edith Cowan University, has won a $490,500 grant to accelerate its innovative rubidium extraction technology at the Mt Edon project, positioning Australia to establish its first sovereign rubidium supply.

Amaero Ltd has reported a remarkable 366% increase in revenue for the first half of FY2026, alongside key capital investments and formal validation from the US Navy, signalling a strong move towards scaled commercial production.

IperionX has received the last $4.6 million tranche of a $47.1 million U.S. Department of War award and 290 metric tons of titanium scrap, advancing its plan to scale titanium production in Virginia.

Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. has achieved a pivotal regulatory milestone enabling underground exploration at its Sunday Creek project, backed by strong drilling results and a robust cash position of $130.4 million.

Amaero Ltd has secured a A$4.6 million order from Titomic under their exclusive five-year agreement, marking a significant step in supplying critical refractory and titanium powders for defense applications.

Metal Powder Works has formalized a partnership with Austal USA to develop custom metal powders for US Navy additive manufacturing, positioning MPW within a critical defense supply chain.

Southern Cross Gold Consolidated has reported significant high-grade drill results from its Sunday Creek Gold-Antimony Project, including a new mineralized zone and confirmation of robust mineralization at depth. These findings reinforce the project’s strategic value amid tightening global antimony supply.