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Vection Technologies has landed a $1 million contract to enhance cyber and data protection for national security intelligence, extending its footprint in the defence sector. This deal builds on previous engagements and signals potential for further growth.

Nanoveu’s subsidiary EMASS has hit a key milestone with its ECS-DoT chip achieving 50 updates per second in drone flight simulations, enabling smarter, more stable drones with up to 30% longer flight times.

RareX Limited has partnered with Gega Elements to develop Australia’s inaugural integrated gallium supply chain, aiming to reduce reliance on Chinese supply and boost national critical mineral resilience.

Cobalt Blue Holdings has secured a pivotal three-year contract with Glencore to supply up to 50% of feedstock for its upcoming Kwinana Cobalt Refinery, marking a major step in advancing Australia's critical minerals ambitions.

Ionic Rare Earths has announced a $3 million capital raise via convertible notes, aimed at advancing its rare earth projects across multiple continents. The raise, pending shareholder approval, underscores the company’s strategic push into sustainable rare earth extraction and recycling technologies.

Elsight Limited has expanded its supply agreement with a European defence drone OEM to a total of US$9.63 million for 2025, positioning the company for profitability and cash flow break-even this year.

Marmota Limited has unveiled spectacular heavy mineral concentrations from its February 2025 drilling at the Muckanippie EL 6166 titanium project, expanding the mineralised zone to 3.2km by 1.8km with grades reaching 63%.

Amaero Ltd updates its financial outlook, targeting positive EBITDA by FY2027 and reaffirming a A$72 million capital investment plan despite delays in US Department of Defense contracts.

Peak Minerals has expanded its Minta Rutile Project in Cameroon to a sprawling 540 square kilometres, confirming continuous high-grade rutile mineralisation and setting the stage for a potentially world-class deposit.

Orbital Corporation has appointed Stephen Pearce as CEO, marking a strategic shift from engine development to commercialising propulsion and flight management systems for defence UAVs.

VEEM Limited has been awarded $2 million in government grants to enhance its manufacturing capabilities for critical naval components, supporting Australia's nuclear submarine and defence programs.

Duratec Limited has lowered its FY25 revenue and EBITDA guidance due to project delays and weather disruptions but remains optimistic about a robust pipeline and growth prospects in FY26.