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April 30 2024

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