Latest Us Defence News

Elsight Limited (ASX:ELS) has shattered its revenue records in H1 2026, delivering a nearly fourfold increase over the prior year alongside expanding US defence contracts and new product launches.

Boresight Ltd has secured a lease for a new 812 square metre manufacturing hub in Huntsville, Alabama, vastly expanding its US production capacity for aerial target drones amid rising military demand.

Almonty Industries has extended and expanded its tungsten offtake agreement with Global Tungsten & Powders, raising contracted volumes by 40% and expected annual revenue by US$30 million at current prices.

Pure Resources has achieved peer-reviewed validation and in-house production of carbon nanotube fibre fabrics, demonstrating directional heat routing capabilities that could redefine thermal management in data centres and defence electronics.

IperionX has won up to US$6.6 million from the US Department of War to scale production of ballistic-grade titanium plate and military components, aiming to reduce reliance on imports and strengthen domestic supply chains.

Pure Resources and Rice University have secured 'Awardable' status on the DARPA ERIS Marketplace for their advanced Carbon Nanotube Fibre 3D thermal management technology, positioning them for potential US Department of Defense contracts.

Harvest Technology Group has transitioned from assessing to actively executing its international defence market strategy by engaging a US national security advisory firm and appointing Dr Oleksandra Molloy as Defence Strategic Advisor for Europe.

WhiteHawk Limited has forged a strategic alliance with Perth-based Adisyn Services to enhance cyber risk management and compliance solutions tailored for the defence sector, focusing on AUKUS programs and supply chain security.

Nova Minerals' US holding company shares and warrants are slated to begin trading on NYSE American on 17 June 2026, with ASX trading of CHESS Depositary Interests following on 18 June, marking a key step in the company’s US redomiciliation.

Meteoric Resources has reported exceptional pilot plant performance at its Caldeira Rare Earth Project in Brazil, achieving magnet rare earth oxide recoveries of 80% in May and exceeding pre-feasibility study targets.

VEEM Limited has finished its factory extension and installed new machinery, setting the stage for a stronger second half of FY26 and anticipated growth in FY27 driven by defence contracts and marine propulsion innovations.

Pure Resources has appointed retired Vice Admiral Jeff Trussler to its advisory board, leveraging his deep US Navy and national security networks to accelerate US government funding and integration of its advanced materials into defence supply chains.