Latest Manufacturing Technology News

AML3D has landed a $4.5 million contract to supply two custom ARCEMY metal 3D printing systems to Newport News Shipbuilding, marking a significant expansion in the US defense manufacturing sector.

Aurora Labs has secured over A$900,000 in contracts with the Australian Defence Force, pushing forward its advanced propulsion systems and additive manufacturing capabilities. A strategic partnership with Sovereign Propulsion Systems aims to integrate these innovations into next-generation unmanned aerial systems.

Chilwa Minerals has completed soil sampling over 47 rare earth and niobium anomalies in Malawi, confirming key pathfinder elements and prioritizing targets for ongoing diamond drilling. The results highlight significant potential for both heavy and light rare earth elements within the company’s extensive license area.

IperionX has boosted its titanium powder capacity by 60% with no extra capital, cutting unit costs to $55/kg, and is now accelerating a US Department of Defense-backed expansion to 1,400 tpa aiming for the lowest-cost titanium production in America.

Titomic Limited and Amaero Ltd have entered a five-year exclusive agreement to supply high-quality titanium and refractory powders, bolstering cold spray additive manufacturing for defense and aerospace sectors.

PPK Group reported a statutory loss in FY25 driven by a significant non-cash impairment of its lithium-sulfur battery investment, while its ballistics division achieved record revenue and battery sales gained momentum from government programs.

PWR Holdings Limited posted a 6.7% revenue decline and a 60.6% drop in net profit for FY2025, impacted by contract completions and factory relocation. Despite short-term setbacks, the company is investing heavily in new facilities, aerospace growth, and sustainability initiatives.

Orbital UAV secures $3 million through a share placement to boost manufacturing capabilities and expand business development amid new US drone market opportunities.

Amaero Ltd reported a 470% revenue surge to $3.8 million for FY2025, driven by expanded production capacity and exclusive supply deals, while continuing to invest heavily in infrastructure and operations, resulting in a $24.4 million loss.

Amaero Ltd forecasts a dramatic revenue increase in Q1 FY2026 and strengthens its foothold with key defense collaborations, including Boeing.

AML3D has appointed German firm DMFG Solutions as a second European distributor, complementing its recent UK partnership and supporting a AU$5 million investment in a new technology centre.

Adisyn Ltd has initiated a pivotal phase in its graphene interconnect technology development, commissioning a state-of-the-art Atomic Layer Deposition system and collaborating globally to tackle semiconductor bottlenecks.