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Leonardo signs collaborative agreements with Baykar Technologies, EDGE Group
Italian defence prime Leonardo has stepped up collaborative efforts on the sidelines of the International Paris Air Show, signing recent agreements...
June 17 2025
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Defence Trailblazer launches Entrepreneurial Foundations for Defence with Adelaide intensive
More than 30 of Australia’s most promising defence technology innovators have taken part in the three-day Entrepreneurial Foundations for Defence (EFD) Intensive event...
June 16 2025
UK to push for defence industry cooperation during ministerial visit
The United Kingdom has announced it will seek to grow opportunities for British businesses in Australia during a current visit from UK Minister for the Indo-Pacific Catherine...
June 16 2025
ADF personnel detonate ordnance found near NT surf club
Australian Defence Force personnel have detonated unexploded ordnance in the East Arnhem Land region of the Northern Territory.
June 16 2025
Strategic policy expert calls on Australia to ‘be very realistic’ in confronting regional, global challenges
As a middle power whose relative power is declining, being overshadowed by the ascendency of emerging regional and global powers, Australia is being warned to take a more...
June 16 2025
NC Protect contract: archTIS announces progress into US defence expansion
Technology company archTIS Limited has announced the award of an initial NC Protect licence contract by a prime government contractor supporting the US Department of...
June 16 2025
USS America, USS San Diego, USS Rushmore arrive in Sydney with 31st Marines
The US Navy amphibious assault ship USS America has arrived in Sydney during a routine stop for troops from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit.
June 16 2025
Amazon announces $20bn investment into Australian data centre infrastructure by 2029
Amazon has announced it will invest more than $20 billion into expanding data centre infrastructure in Australia by 2029 to strengthen artificial intelligence and cloud...
June 16 2025
MQ-28A milestone: Ghost Bats deployed against airborne target over Woomera
The MQ-28A Ghost Bat uncrewed aerial vehicle has achieved a significant milestone, with a single operator taking control of two Ghost Bat aircraft to conduct a mission...
June 16 2025
Netherlands to acquire 296 joint air-to-ground missiles in US foreign military sale
The government of the Netherlands is expected to acquire more than 296 joint air-to-ground missiles under a US$215 million foreign military sale approved by the US State...
June 13 2025
Putting Australia first in the AUKUS review
Opinion: As the US reconsiders AUKUS through an America First lens, Australia should also reassess whether the deal truly strengthens our defence – or if faster, more...
June 13 2025
Rubio denies US support, participation as Israel strikes Iran
In a major escalation, Israel has confirmed a series of pre-emptive strikes against targets around Iran, including in the capital of Tehran, to destroy the rogue...
June 13 2025
Northrop Grumman solid rocket motor success for US Army PrSM test
Northrop Grumman Corporation’s propulsion technology has played a pivotal role in recent qualification tests, proving the readiness and reliability of the United States...
June 13 2025
US military moves to include ‘right to repair’ clause in new, existing contracts
US officials have called for greater power for the military to conduct repairs on its own equipment under a potentially widespread “right to repair” policy.
June 13 2025
Combat engineering vehicles put through their paces at Puckapunyal
Australian sappers have had the opportunity to operate newly delivered combat engineering vehicles at the Puckapunyal Military Area.
June 13 2025
South Korea announces development of L-SAM-II system to intercept ballistic missiles
South Korean defence prime Hanwha Aerospace has confirmed it will develop a prototype high-altitude surface-to-air missile system capable of shooting down ballistic...
June 12 2025
What do we need? PM reinforces platforms defend the nation, not arbitrary figures, so why have we gone backwards?
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has responded to growing questions about the nation’s defence spending, reinforcing his belief that platforms and capabilities defend...
June 12 2025
Saab, Helsing announce artificial intelligence integration into Gripen E fighter jet
Swedish aerospace and defence company Saab has announced the successful completion of the first three flights integrating artificial intelligence into a Gripen E fighter...
June 12 2025
Australia, Papua New Guinea commence negotiations on bilateral defence treaty
Australia and Papua New Guinea have begun formal negotiations on a bilateral defence treaty.
June 12 2025
US urges Australia to stand ‘shoulder to shoulder’ with Israel
Australia has been urged to reverse course and stand “shoulder to shoulder with Israel” after announcing international sanctions against Israeli ministers.
June 12 2025