Filtronic announces significant new Defence contract - shares moving higher

14.07.2025

Ahead of the Space, Aerospace, Telecoms and Defence sector supplier of advanced RF solutions announcing its 2025 Finals on Tuesday 29th July, has today reported that it has secured yet another £13.4m contract.

The new award has been made to supply high-performance modules for an electronic sensor system, valued at £13.4m.

The contract is awarded for the complex manufacture and testing of critical components.

Delivery is expected to commence in the middle of calendar year 2026, with the modules being built and tested at Filtronic's new secure and highly automated hybrid microelectronics facility in Sedgefield, County Durham.

CEO Nat Edington stated that:

"We are proud to continue strengthening our defence portfolio, which highlights the market's ongoing confidence in our ability to execute complex programmes to the highest standards.

Aerospace and defence remains a key sector in our growth strategy, and this latest order reflects Filtronic's proven track record of successful project delivery, collaborative partnerships, and manufacturing excellence."

In reaction to even further good corporate news, the group's shares have moved up to 173p before profit-taking clipped them back to the current 168p.

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