Latest Defense News

Neurizon Therapeutics has been granted a pivotal US patent for its lead drug candidate NUZ-001, extending protection until 2039 and enhancing its commercial and clinical positioning in neurodegenerative disease treatment.

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.

Harvest Technology Group reported a robust 32% revenue increase and secured strategic partnerships to drive its path to profitability by FY27. The company also raised over $3 million through convertible notes to support expansion efforts.

Jindalee Lithium’s latest quarterly report confirms a 63-year life for its McDermitt Lithium Project, underpinned by robust financial metrics and a maiden ore reserve that taps just a fraction of its vast resource.

Larvotto Resources has reported robust progress at its Hillgrove Antimony-Gold Project, highlighted by exceptional drilling results and a successful $30 million capital raise, positioning the company for production by late 2025.

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.

Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has completed the divestment of its EM Solutions subsidiary for $158.6 million, wiping out all borrowings and positioning itself with a strong cash balance of approximately $128 million. The company is actively pursuing significant defence contracts and expanding its manufacturing footprint.

Felix Gold Limited is advancing plans for near-term antimony production at its historic Scrafford Mine in Alaska, backed by a recent $4.8 million capital raise and strategic positioning amid critical mineral shortages in the U.S.

Jervois Global Limited has entered a pivotal recapitalization agreement with Millstreet Capital Management, involving a US$145 million equity injection and a pre-packaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy process. The company aims to strengthen its balance sheet and continue operations uninterrupted while preparing for a strategic restart of its nickel-cobalt refinery in Brazil.

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.

Cassius Mining Limited reports significant progress on its Soalara Limestone Project in Madagascar, initiates joint venture talks, and advances a major arbitration case against Ghana, while raising $1 million in fresh capital.

BluGlass Limited has secured over A$4 million in new contracts and filed three US patents for high-power tunable GaN lasers, reinforcing its leadership in visible laser technology and expanding its footprint in strategic photonics markets.