CiTech Acquires WA Engineering Firm for Sovereign Manufacturing

Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. (CSE: CTTT) (OTC: CITLF) (FRA: X9V) has secured financing to acquire a Western Australian precision engineering and manufacturing firm with deep ties to the defence and mining sectors. The acquisition, valued at AUD $5,775,000 with additional deferred payments totaling AUD $1,925,000 over two years, is a strategic move to establish sovereign manufacturing capability in Australia. The target company generated AUD $7.5 million in revenue and AUD $1.9 million in EBITDA in FY2025, with projections of AUD $8.6 million revenue and AUD $2.2 million EBITDA in FY2026. Revenue and EBITDA are expected to double within 2–3 years. The deal is expected to close by May 31, 2026.

This acquisition vertically integrates fabrication and engineering operations, enabling CiTech to accelerate production of its Nexus autonomous communications platforms. The company will gain access to a skilled workforce and advanced fabrication infrastructure, supporting faster prototyping, production, and deployment. The enhanced capability will serve defence, mining, and critical infrastructure customers, both domestically and internationally. CEO Brenton Scott emphasized that the acquisition provides immediate revenue and earnings while strengthening sovereign Australian defence manufacturing and positioning CiTech for major allied supply chains. The company's Nexus 16 platform, a self-deploying communications solution, targets sectors like mining, defence, and emergency services, offering rapid deployment and high-capacity mobile communications. For more details, visit www.citech.com.au and view the original release on NEWMEDIAWIRE.

The acquisition aligns with CiTech's strategy to scale production and meet growing international demand for its Nexus platforms. By bringing manufacturing in-house, the company can control quality, reduce lead times, and enhance security for defence contracts. The deal also provides an immediate earnings base, reducing reliance on external funding. As global demand for autonomous communications and surveillance solutions rises, particularly in defence and mining, CiTech's vertically integrated manufacturing positions it to capture a larger market share. The acquisition underscores the importance of sovereign manufacturing capability in critical technology sectors, ensuring supply chain resilience and national security.