Latest Propulsion Systems News

Victory Metals has reported a remarkable 26-fold increase in Hafnium grade at its North Stanmore project, achieved through simple gravity separation, positioning the company as a potential key supplier of this critical defence metal.

Aurora Labs has marked a significant milestone by securing its first purchase order for micro gas turbine engines, alongside strategic MOUs with major defence groups and a $5.5 million capital raise to fuel growth.

Orbital Corporation Ltd reports a stronger cash position and a strategic new order for its 350cc heavy fuel engine, signalling growth in both military and commercial UAV markets.

Sovereign Metals has recovered a heavy rare earth monazite concentrate from its Kasiya project tailings, revealing concentrations of critical elements that surpass those of the world’s largest producers. This discovery could add a lucrative by-product stream at minimal cost, enhancing Kasiya’s strategic value amid tightening global supply chains.

Aurora Labs has signed a landmark MOU with European defence giant MBDA to explore integrating its 3D-printed turbojet engines into advanced missile systems, marking a significant step into international defence markets.

Aurora Labs has secured its first $250,000 order for AU4 propulsion engines from Sovereign Propulsion Systems, marking a key step in its commercialisation strategy targeting unmanned aerial vehicles and defence markets.

Titomic Limited has successfully completed a hot fire test on a solid rocket motor thrust chamber made with its Titomic Kinetic Fusion cold spray technology, marking a significant milestone in aerospace additive manufacturing.

VEEM Limited reported a year of consolidation in FY25 with solid second-half growth driven by new defence contracts and the promising launch of its VEEM Extreme propulsion system. Despite a revenue dip, the company is poised for a stronger FY26 backed by strategic US defence partnerships and product innovation.

VEEM Limited has launched its most efficient marine propulsion system, the VEEM Extreme package, delivering up to 18.1% fuel savings and speed gains. Early trials with Manly Fast Ferries signal strong commercial interest.

Aurora Labs has advanced its micro gas turbine propulsion program with critical durability testing, a new Defence contract phase, and a strategic $5.5 million capital raise to scale manufacturing and commercialisation.

Orbital Corporation Ltd reports a robust Q1 2025 with increased revenues, successful prototype completion of a new 350cc heavy fuel engine, and strategic partnerships positioning it for growth in the evolving UAV market.

Aurora Labs has partnered with Sovereign Propulsion Systems to advance testing and commercialisation of its novel turbine engines for defence applications, marking a significant step in UAV propulsion innovation.