Latest Defense Sector News

Titomic Limited advances its strategic U.S. footprint with a new Huntsville facility set to open in June 2025, securing major defense collaborations and expanding commercial momentum in additive manufacturing.

Amaero has inked a five-year exclusive supply agreement with Velo3D, valued at approximately A$35 million, to provide critical titanium and refractory alloy powders for advanced metal 3D printing. This partnership underscores a strategic push to bolster U.S. domestic manufacturing capabilities in aerospace and defense sectors.

Titomic Limited has entered a strategic teaming agreement with REPKON USA to jointly develop and apply its kinetic fusion cold spray technology for advanced defense manufacturing, focusing on repairs and performance enhancements of critical military assets.

EBOS Group Limited posted a strong half-year performance with underlying EBITDA up 7.1% to $291 million, driven by growth in healthcare and animal care segments, while maintaining its interim dividend amid the loss of the Chemist Warehouse contract.

Critical Metals Corp. has secured US$22.5 million through a private placement to advance its Tanbreez Rare Earth Project in Greenland and Wolfsberg Lithium Project in Austria, reinforcing its position in the critical metals supply chain for Europe.

Bio-Gene Technology Limited has secured A$3 million in U.S. Department of Defense grants to accelerate development of its two nature-derived insecticides, Flavocide and Qcide, targeting both military and civilian markets.

Elsight reported a robust 32% increase in annual revenue for 2024, driven by a strategic pivot towards the defense sector, which now accounts for over half of its total revenue. The company’s expanding customer base and debt elimination position it well for growth in 2025.

American West Metals has reported a substantial increase in its Storm Copper Project's mineral resource, alongside new high-grade copper discoveries and a successful A$7 million capital raise to fund further exploration and development.

Almonty Industries has secured an exclusive offtake agreement with South Korea’s SeAH Group to supply 100% of molybdenum from its Sangdong project, underpinning financial stability and strengthening local supply chains.

AML3D Limited has reported a strong December quarter marked by significant defense contract completions, a $30 million capital raise, and strategic expansion into the US and European markets. The company is poised for accelerated growth, underpinned by a major US Navy funding boost and new sector entries.

IperionX has completed its inaugural end-to-end titanium powder production cycle using its proprietary HAMR process and secured exclusive rights to breakthrough titanium technologies, positioning itself for expanded manufacturing capacity and strong market demand.

BrainChip Holdings reports a US$20 million cash balance and key defense contracts in its December 2024 quarterly update, underscoring its growing foothold in neuromorphic AI commercialization.