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Albanese steps up Indonesia charm offensive after Russian bomber fiasco
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has led a new charm offensive to Indonesia at the first overseas bilateral opportunity in the...
May 19 2025
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HENSOLDT engaged to improve drone defence for the German Armed Forces
German defence company HENSOLDT has been engaged to improve the drone defence capabilities of the German Armed Forces.
May 19 2025
Raytheon engaged in US Navy production contract for next-gen jammer systems
American defence prime Raytheon has been engaged in a US$580 million production contract for next-generation jammer mid-band systems.
May 19 2025
Tank and cavalry crews shoot it out during Coral-Balmoral Cup
The nation’s best tank and cavalry crews have competed in the Royal Australian Armoured Corp’s Coral-Balmoral Cup between the Australian Army and the United...
May 19 2025
Australia announces through-life support for P-8A Poseidon fleet
The federal government has raised the long-term operational readiness of the Royal Australian Air Force P‑8A Poseidon fleet through a $291 million investment for...
May 16 2025
Mission Talon Strike announced to develop ADF precision loitering munitions
The federal government has announced it will invest in the development of precision loitering munitions capabilities for the Australian Defence Force with the launch of...
May 16 2025
4-bay aircraft hangar frame completed at ADF deep maintenance facility
Almost 2,000 tonnes of structural steel, more than half of which came from the Whyalla Steelworks, have been erected to complete the frame of a giant four-bay aircraft hangar...
May 16 2025
Trump announces possible development of ‘twin-engine F-35’ during Middle East visit
US President Donald Trump has let rip on new details regarding the possible development of a twin-engine version of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.
May 16 2025
Netherlands acquires 46 Leopard 2 A8 main battle tanks to face large-scale conflict
The Royal Dutch Armed Forces will once again have their own Leopard 2 main battle tanks under a recent agreement with defence manufacturer KNDS Deutschland.
May 16 2025
Republic of Fiji Military Forces begins travel to Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025
The Republic of Fiji Military Forces has officially departed Fiji on their way to Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025 in Australia.
May 16 2025
Poland signs for delivery of 10k Warmate loitering drones
The government of Poland has signed a framework agreement for the delivery of more than 10,000 Warmate loitering drones.
May 16 2025
Brigadier (Ret’d) Brett Chaloner appointed as senior adviser at University of Western Australia
Australian Defence Force Brigadier (Ret’d) Brett Chaloner has been appointed to a senior advisory role with The University of Western Australia.
May 16 2025
UAE to acquire F-16 equipment and Chinook helicopters under twin foreign military sales
The United Arab Emirates has requested to buy six CH-47F Block II Chinook transport helicopters and F-16 fighter jet components under two possible US foreign military sales.
May 16 2025
Republic of Türkiye to acquire more than 100 air-to-air missiles in US foreign military sales
The Republic of Türkiye will acquire more than 100 air-to-air missiles under two foreign military sales approved by the US State Department this month.
May 16 2025
Winners revealed for Defence & National Security Workforce Awards 2025
A total of 19 winners have been selected from 100 finalists for the annual Defence & National Security Workforce Awards, hosted with the support of principal partner,...
May 15 2025
United Kingdom announces overhaul of defence industry reform
UK Defence Secretary John Healey has announced an overhaul of defence industry reform with a package of measures to foster easier access to the defence market.
May 15 2025
US Air Force chief reveals further details about next-gen F-47 fighter, CCA
Chief of Staff for the US Air Force General David Allvin has released further details about the recently unveiled F-47 next-generation fighter aircraft and the supporting...
May 15 2025
AeroVironment announces launch of Red Dragon attack drone
American defence contractor AeroVironment has announced the launch of its Red Dragon unmanned aircraft system for one-way attack missions.
May 15 2025
Future of fighting predictions: What to expect at Talisman Sabre 2025
Australia is set to host more than 30,000 military personnel during its largest-ever Exercise Talisman Sabre from July this year. But what strategy can we expect, and which...
May 15 2025
APC Technology to provide cutting-edge tech to Army Redback fleet
South Australian company APC Technology has emerged as a key contributor to the Australian Army’s LAND 400 Phase 3 Project, working alongside Hanwha Defence Australia...
May 14 2025