Critical Infrastructure Technologies Advances Acquisition of Western Australian Precision Manufacturer to Strengthen Sovereign Defence Capabilities

Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. (CSE: CTTT) (OTC: CITLF) (FRA: X9V) has completed due diligence for the 100% acquisition of a Western Australian precision manufacturing company, with the share sale agreement in final stages and financing discussions underway. The AUD $7.7 million acquisition will add state-of-the-art fabrication facilities and strengthen sovereign manufacturing capability in Australia, strategically positioning the company to take advantage of AUKUS defense partnerships.

The acquisition provides immediate AUD $7.4 million in revenue and AUD $1.9 million in EBITDA contribution for FY2025, with revenue and EBITDA expected to double over the next three years. This establishes vertically integrated production capacity that improves speed, cost efficiency, and scalability for CiTech's Nexus 20 and future autonomous communication systems. The business operates a fully equipped in-house manufacturing facility featuring laser cutting systems, CNC folding and bending machines, robotic welding technology, and advanced CAD/CAM integration, certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.

A critical benefit of the acquisition is the immediate DISP accreditation (Defence Industry Security Program) administered by the Australian Department of Defence, enabling CiTech participation in classified defence programs. This accreditation ensures the company meets rigorous security, governance, and information protection standards required to work with Defence and its supply chain partners. The combination of modern equipment, skilled personnel, and robust quality management systems enables production of defence-grade components and assemblies with precision, repeatability, and efficiency.

The acquisition reinforces CiTech's commitment to building a sovereign Australian manufacturing ecosystem capable of supporting rapid-deployment systems for defence, 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. Moneta Securities, a specialist capital markets advisory and corporate finance firm, continues financing discussions for the acquisition.

The acquisition remains subject to finalization of the Share Sale Agreement, expected within the next five days, securing required funding, and standard closing conditions. The forward outlook and projections for FY2026 through FY2028 are described as exceptionally good, with the company strategically placed to capitalize on defence manufacturing opportunities arising from international security partnerships.