Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. has completed due diligence and is finalizing a share sale agreement to acquire 100% of a Western Australian precision manufacturing company for AUD $7.7 million. The acquisition represents a strategic move to expand sovereign manufacturing capacity in Australia, particularly for defense applications.
The transaction provides CiTech with immediate revenue exceeding AUD $7.4 million and EBITDA of more than AUD $1.9 million for FY2025, with projections indicating these figures could double over the next three years. The acquired business operates a fully equipped in-house manufacturing facility featuring state-of-the-art laser cutting systems, CNC folding and bending machines, robotic welding technology, and advanced CAD/CAM integration.
This acquisition is strategically positioned to take advantage of AUKUS, the Australian, UK and USA defense pact, by providing CiTech with immediate DISP accreditation. The Defence Industry Security Program accreditation, administered by the Australian Department of Defence, enables participation in classified defense programs and ensures compliance with rigorous security, governance, and information protection standards required for defense supply chain work.
The vertically integrated production capacity improves speed, cost efficiency, and scalability for CiTech's Nexus 20 and future autonomous communication systems. The combination of modern equipment, skilled personnel, and robust quality management systems enables production of defense-grade components and assemblies with precision, repeatability, and efficiency.
Financing discussions are underway with Moneta Securities, a specialist capital markets advisory and corporate finance firm. The acquisition remains subject to finalization of the Share Sale Agreement, expected within five days, securing required funding, and standard closing conditions.
This move reinforces CiTech's commitment to building a sovereign Australian manufacturing ecosystem capable of supporting rapid-deployment systems for defense, emergency response, and secure communications. It complements CiTech's growing network of international partnerships, including collaborations with Babcock International, Terma, and the establishment of an EU presence in Latvia, further expanding its reach across NATO's Eastern Flank and allied markets.
The acquisition adds state-of-the-art fabrication facilities that strengthen sovereign manufacturing capability in Australia at a time when defense spending is increasing globally. For more information about the company, visit https://www.citech.com.au. The original release can be viewed at https://www.newmediawire.com.
