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With NDS and IIP out of the way, we’re still no closer to understanding what is meant by ‘Impactful Projection’
April 30 2024
It is the cause du jour for Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles: “Impactful Projection”. But despite the release of ...
Royal Navy warships to carry DragonFire laser weapons by 2027
The United Kingdom has announced plans to install a newly developed DragonFire laser system on Royal Navy warships by 2027.
April 30 2024
US assistance package to Ukraine acknowledges Russian gains
The US government has announced a new security assistance package for Ukraine as officials fear territorial gains made by Russian military forces in the war-torn country.
April 30 2024
Critical worker shortage menaces nuclear-powered submarine workforce
Australia is facing a 75,000 worker shortage in four critical trades, placing alarming pressure on Australia’s submarine industry, according to freedom of information...
April 29 2024
US defence start-up announces Bullfrog robotic gun to counter emerging drone threat
Texas-based defence technology start-up Allen Control Systems (ACS) has announced a new Bullfrog robotic gun to counter the threat of Chinese drone manufacturing dominance.
April 29 2024
Poland reaffirms multi-rocket launcher supply chain with Hanwha
Polish leaders have met with representatives from South Korean defence prime Hanwha Group following the signing of a $1.6 billion second executive contract for Chunmoo...
April 29 2024
Not so certain, SURTASS: Defence reviews naval sonar purchase among undersea options
The Australian government is reviewing its possible acquisition of the Surveillance Towed Array Sensor System Expeditionary (SURTASS-E) previously approved by the US State...
April 29 2024
We know what’s in, but what’s out? Assessing the reprioritisations and the ‘cuts’ of the IIP and NDS (Part 3)
In a major departure from traditional Australian air power, both the National Defence Strategy and Integrated Investment Program have called on the Royal Australian Air Force...
April 29 2024
Singapore, Australia begin airdrop and parachute operations
The Australian Defence Force has announced the start of airdrop and parachute operations with the Republic of Singapore Air Force.
April 29 2024
New assistance package announced during ministerial visit to Ukraine
The Australian federal government has announced a new $100 million assistance package for Ukraine as Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles visits the country to witness the...
April 29 2024
8 Challenger 3 MBT prototypes roll off production line
Eight units of the British Army’s future Challenger 3 main battle tanks have been completed by Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land, with a total of 148 of the tanks to be...
April 26 2024
US inks nearly $2bn in guided missile deals with Poland, the Netherlands
The United States’ Defense Security Cooperation Agency has approved nearly $2 billion in guided missiles sales for their two NATO partners.
April 26 2024
KBR secures $130m RAN contract
KBR has been appointed as the capability life cycle manager for the Royal Australian Navy’s amphibious and replenishment ships at Garden Island.
April 26 2024
We know what’s in, but what’s out? Assessing the reprioritisations and the ‘cuts’ of the IIP and NDS (Part 2)
Navy has undoubtedly been the biggest beneficiary of Australia’s shifting defence and national security policy over the last few years, with the 2024 National Defence...
April 26 2024
WA’s Australian Marine Complex celebrates 21 years
DevelopmentWA’s Australian Marine Complex has celebrated 21 year of operation, supporting the marine, defence and resources industries.
April 24 2024
Shadow home affairs minister calls on Australia to learn lessons of the past to face the future
Senator James Paterson, shadow minister for home affairs and cyber security, has used his Anzac Oration to the Robert Menzies Institute to call on Australian policymakers and...
April 24 2024
BMT, DNV team up for Australian Army’s Landing Craft – Heavy program
The two companies have signed a memorandum of understanding to support the development of amphibious capabilities for the Australian Army based on BMT’s CAIMEN Large.
April 24 2024
We know what’s in, but what’s out? Assessing the reprioritisations and the ‘cuts’ of the IIP and NDS (Part 1)
Following much anticipation, we now have our first National Defence Strategy (NDS) and supporting Integrated Investment Program (IIP). But what exactly is in and what is out...
April 24 2024
Lockheed Martin Australia, Defence sign $500m head contract for AIR 6500
Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy has announced the signing of a $500 million contract between Lockheed Martin Australia and the Department of Defence to build...
April 24 2024
Macquarie Government appointed to ICTPA panel
Part of the ASX-listed Macquarie Technology Group, Macquarie Government has been appointed to the Information Communications Technology Provider Arrangement (ICTPA) panel,...
April 24 2024