6K Additive reports strong growth in Q1 2026, bolstered by strategic partnerships and government support

By Newsdesk

April 28 2026
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6K Additive, Inc. (ASX: 6KA), a leader in advanced materials production, has reported a robust performance for the first quarter of 2026, marking significant strides in revenue growth, strategic alliances, and government-backed initiatives. The company released its Appendix 4C and quarterly activities report, showcasing key developments that have positioned it as a formidable player in the manufacturing sector.

6K Additive reports strong growth in Q1 2026, bolstered by strategic partnerships and government support

The company recorded net sales of US$6.2 million for Q1 2026, reflecting an 88% increase compared to Q1 2025 and a 10% rise from Q4 2025. This surge has propelled the annualised run rate to approximately US$25 million, up from around US$22 million in the previous quarter. The growth was primarily driven by heightened demand from both new and existing customers, highlighting the company's expanding market reach.

"Our performance in the first quarter of 2026 demonstrates 6KA’s increasing market penetration underpinned by what we consider to be a superior value proposition such as our circular product and services offering," said Frank Roberts, CEO of 6K Additive. "With a 46% increase in powder order intake and US$6.2M in revenue, we are seeing our vision for a sustainable, high-performance manufacturing transition into large-scale commercial reality."

The company ended the quarter with a net cash balance of US$26.0 million, reflecting its strong financial health. Customer receipts for the quarter reached US$6.6 million, a 74% increase from Q1 2025 and a 69% rise from Q4 2025, underscoring the higher sales volumes achieved.

In terms of product performance, the Powder Products segment reported revenue of US$4.0 million, marking a 100% increase from Q1 2025 and a 5% rise from Q4 2025. The order intake surged by 46% compared to the last quarter, resulting in an increased backlog of US$7.0 million by the end of the quarter. This growth was largely driven by a 57% increase in Nickel product sales across defence, contract manufacturers, and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

6K Additive also entered into several strategic relationships for Powder Products during the quarter. Notably, the company secured a long-term agreement with Siemens Energy for feedstock and became the preferred supplier of powder for AGF Defcom. Additionally, it received a significant US$1.1 million order for Nickel 718 Superalloy Powder from a major OEM.

The Alloy Products division also experienced substantial growth, with Q1 2026 revenue reaching US$2.2 million, a 70% increase from Q1 2025 and a 22% rise from Q4 2025. The order intake exceeded US$1.5 million, boosting the backlog to US$2.7 million. This growth was fuelled by newly secured customer supply agreements for 2026, new spot bookings, and increasing demand for automotive and aerospace aluminium alloys.

In a strategic move to expand its manufacturing capabilities, 6K Additive initiated the groundbreaking of a powder expansion construction at its Burgettstown, Pennsylvania campus. This project is supported by a substantial US$23.4 million Defense Production Act (DPA) Title III grant, aimed at enhancing the company's production capacity.

Moreover, the company was awarded a US$1.95 million Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II program through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), aimed at producing domestic Titanium, Tungsten, Niobium, and Nickel Powders. This grant was increased to US$3.9 million in early April, further bolstering the company's manufacturing capabilities.

"The recent US$1.95M DLA contract which has been increased to US$3.9M and our ongoing US$23.4M DPA Title III expansion in Burgettstown are more than just financial milestones; they are critical investments in American manufacturing capability," Roberts added.

The strategic positioning of 6K Additive in Washington was further reinforced by a visit from Congressman Guy Reschenthaler, who toured the Burgettstown facility. He observed the company's proprietary process that converts scrap, turnings, and end-of-life components into premium metal powders, showcasing 6K Additive's commitment to reducing US reliance on foreign-controlled feedstock.

With these strategic initiatives and partnerships, 6K Additive is well-positioned to continue its growth trajectory, leveraging its innovative technologies and strong market presence to drive further success in the advanced materials sector.

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