Australian Army trials deployable manufacturing shelter during Exercise Black Prince 3

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07 August 2026

Australian Army personnel from the 1st Armoured Regiment trial advanced manufacturing during Exercise Black Prince 3. Photo: Michael Guo

New information has been revealed about an advanced manufacturing trial conducted by Australian Army soldiers during Exercise Black Prince 3 in South Australia.

It has now been confirmed that personnel from the 1st Armoured Regiment operated a heavy stores module converted into a deployable advanced manufacturing shelter at Cultana Training Area for the trial in May this year.

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The trial also reportedly utilised Carvera desktop CNC machines which are designed for precision milling of aluminium, wood, plastics and other materials.

“The Australian Army is exploring advanced manufacturing applications for the land domain as part of a Joint Logistics Command-led, Defence-wide effort,” Defence said.

“Advanced manufacturing capability is enhancing supply chain resilience, operational adaptability and interoperability.

“This activity brings together Joint Logistics Command, Joint Logistics Unit – Victoria, Defence Science and Technology Group and the services working collaboratively to trial and operationalise advanced manufacturing sustainment techniques.”

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Robert is a senior journalist who has previously worked for Seven West Media in Western Australia, as well as Fairfax Media and Australian Community Media in New South Wales. He has produced national headlines, photography and videography of emergency services, business, community, defence and government news across Australia. Robert graduated with a Bachelor of Arts, Majoring in Public Relations and Journalism at Curtin University, attended student exchange program with Fudan University and holds Tier 1 General Advice certification for Kaplan Professional. Reach out via email at

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