Latest Defense Sector News

AML3D has secured a AU$1.2 million order from Austal USA for a portable ARCEMY Small additive manufacturing system, set to enhance the US Navy’s manufacturing capabilities with rapid deployment and flexible use.

Metallium Ltd has completed a A$50 million institutional raise, secured a Texas site, and validated its commercial Flash Joule Heating reactor, setting the stage for its first U.S. metals recovery plant commissioning by year-end 2025.

Li-S Energy has appointed Paladin Defense Services as its U.S. representative to accelerate engagement with the Department of Defense and defence contractors, aiming to commercialise its advanced battery technology in a critical market.

Pure Resources advances its Reedy Creek project by exploring graphite potential and forging US partnerships to tap into thermal management and rare earth element technologies.

AML3D has received a pivotal Letter of Intent from the US Navy, outlining plans for additive manufacturing collaboration and significant demand growth through 2030.

Dreadnought Resources advances its Gifford Creek Carbonatite project with a targeted diamond drilling campaign to supply metallurgical samples amid rising commercial interest in rare earths and critical metals.

Civmec Limited has completed its acquisition of Luerssen Australia, reinforcing its position in Australia's naval shipbuilding industry and supporting key defense programs.

Titomic’s Netherlands division has secured €800,000 in funding from the Dutch 3D Print Kompas program to advance its Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing technology, aiming to expand R&D and industrial applications across Europe.

Aurora Labs has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Mayman Aerospace to jointly develop 3D-printed micro gas turbines for advanced VTOL aircraft, marking its strategic entry into the U.S. aerospace sector.

Almonty Industries posted a modest revenue rise in Q1 2025 but faced a steep net loss due to warrant revaluation, while securing key U.S. defense contracts and advancing its flagship Sangdong tungsten mine.

Pointerra Limited has joined forces with Leidos as a subcontractor on the US Army’s $499 million GRIDS IV program, aiming to enhance real-time geospatial intelligence through advanced AI and machine learning technologies.

Talga Group advances its European battery materials ambitions with EU Strategic Project recognitions for its graphite mine and anode refinery, alongside a €70 million Innovation Fund grant.