Latest Us Defense News

Electro Optic Systems secures two significant US contracts worth US$12 million for advanced Remote Weapon Systems, while progressing a conditional US$80 million Korean High Energy Laser contract with potential manufacturing shifts.

Pioneer Minerals has secured membership in the US Defense Industrial Base Consortium, positioning its Idaho-based North Pine tungsten project at the heart of critical mineral supply chain initiatives.

Recce Pharmaceuticals is progressing its Phase 3 clinical trial of RECCE 327, a novel synthetic antibiotic targeting multidrug-resistant infections, with interim data from Indonesia supporting registration plans across ASEAN by 2026.

Austal Limited has addressed ASX concerns over its half-year financial report, confirming compliance with accounting standards despite a qualified audit opinion linked to US Department of Defense contractual relief revenue.

Lynas Rare Earths has inked a binding Letter of Intent with the US Department of War to supply critical rare earth oxides over four years, backed by a US$96 million government allocation and a US$110/kg floor price for NdPr oxide.

Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd has reported record-breaking high-grade gold and antimony intersections from its Sunday Creek project in Victoria, revealing a consistent and expanding mineral system at shallow depths.

Titomic Limited is planning to redomicile from Australia to the United States, aiming to deepen its footprint in the US defense and aerospace sectors and pursue a US stock exchange listing.

BluGlass Limited reported a 14% revenue increase to A$5.76 million and a 28% reduction in net loss to A$4.1 million for H1 FY26, bolstered by a key US Department of War contract extension and a refreshed board driving growth.

Australian Vanadium Limited has broadened its Optimised Feasibility Study to include high purity vanadium products aimed at aerospace, defence, and advanced manufacturing sectors, aligning with evolving critical minerals demand without delaying project timelines.

American West Metals has appointed a top Washington DC advisory firm to deepen US government engagement for its West Desert Project, aiming to establish the first domestic indium supply chain amid critical minerals supply risks.

Harvest Technology Group reports improved first-half FY26 financials alongside strategic defense sector expansions, including new reseller agreements and NATO engagements.

WhiteHawk Limited reported steady Q4 revenue and advanced multiple government and academic contracts in the US and Australia, underpinning its growth in cybersecurity services.