DroneShield Limited has been added to the S&P/ASX 200 Index, effective prior to market open on 22 September 2025, marking another step in the company’s growth as a defence technology provider.
The S&P/ASX 200, which represents about 89 per cent of the Australian equity market by market capitalisation as of 31 August 2025, is regarded as the primary benchmark for both domestic and global institutional investors, as revealed in a media release.
DroneShield’s inclusion follows its entry into several other major indices, such as the Mirae Asset Global X Defence Tech Index, the Global X Defence Tech ETF, the MSCI Global Small Cap Asia Pacific Australia Index, the All Ordinaries, and the S&P/ASX 300.
DroneShield CEO Oleg Vornik said the development reflects the company’s growing role in the defence sector.
“We are pleased to join the ranks of Australia’s top companies in the S&P/ASX 200,” Vornik said. “This achievement reflects the strength of our business, the global demand for our counter-drone technology, and the strong support of our shareholders.”
He added that the milestone would strengthen the company’s position with investors. “We believe this milestone will further enhance our visibility with institutional domestic and overseas investors and strengthen our platform for continued growth,” Vornik said.
The announcement comes after DroneShield posted record results in the first half of 2025, with revenue rising to $72.3 million, an increase of 210 per cent compared with the same period last year.
Droneshield noted that profit before tax for the half reached $5.2 million, while the company reported a sales pipeline valued at $2.33 billion, up 112 per cent from the previous year.
As of 15 August 2025, DroneShield held a cash balance of $208 million, which it said provides flexibility for investment and expansion.
DroneShield has attributed its momentum to strong demand for counter-drone solutions as defence spending continues to rise globally.
The company said its inclusion in the ASX 200 signals growing recognition from the market and further supports its growth strategy.
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