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Boeing reveals expanded MQ-28 Ghost Bat combat capabilities at ILA Berlin
Boeing has unveiled a significant expansion of the MQ-28 Ghost Bat’s combat capabilities at the ILA Berlin Air Show in Germany.
June 10 2026
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Beneath the surface: Subterranean domain is next warfighting arena, says Anduril founder
The subterranean domain underneath the crust of the earth will be the globe’s next warfighting arena, according to recent comments from Anduril founder Palmer Luckey.
June 10 2026
Drone training company Boresight commences trading on ASX
An Australian-based drone company has listed on the ASX today following an initial public offering of $8 million.
June 10 2026
Lessons from the British Isles powder keg? Migration, social cohesion, civil war, youth engagement and national security
Social media was awash with footage of an alleged beheading attempt by a Sudanese “asylum seeker” in Belfast, yet another stark warning of growing social tensions in...
June 10 2026
Norship secures SIDF funding to support major maritime sustainment project in Cairns
More than $5.37 million has been awarded through the $180.6 million Sovereign Industry Development Fund (SIDF) to support a major maritime sustainment project by Norship in...
June 10 2026
Australian drone pilots swoop to victory at US-hosted Military International Drone Racing Tournament
Australian drone pilots have secured another crucial win at the seventh Military International Drone Racing Tournament held in the United States.
June 10 2026
Leading the cyber charge: Pentagon’s new Cyber Defense Command could be a good model for Australia
Cyber defence is increasingly a matter for government intervention, not just one that can be batted away with regulations and policing, one expert has said.
June 10 2026
Limitless Aeronautics announces new series of WASP, Stinger drone munitions
US drone munitions manufacturer Limitless Aeronautics has announced a new series of WASP Universal ESAD and Stinger drone munitions.
June 10 2026
Australia and Germany pledge closer military exercises, defence industry ties after Berlin meeting
Australia and Germany have pledged closer defence ties and intention to expand military exercises, following the third Security Policy Consultations held earlier this month.
June 10 2026
AW Bell graduates Lockheed Martin Australia Mentor Protégé Program
Australian advanced manufacturing and precision casting specialist AW Bell has officially graduated from the Lockheed Martin Australia Mentor Protégé Program.
June 10 2026
Australian Defence Force personnel recognised in 2026 King’s Birthday military honours list
Around 100 Australian Defence Force members have been recognised with honours for distinguished and conspicuous service as part of the 2026 King’s Birthday military honours...
June 09 2026
Saturn Fluid Engineering, Northern Chemicals sign agreement to collaborate on defence, maritime, industrial
Saturn Fluid Engineering has announced the formal signing of a memorandum of understanding with Cairns-based manufacturer Northern Chemicals to collaborate on the delivery of...
June 09 2026
Are you really sure you want to go there? Greens defence spokesman argues for ‘regional defence’ over AUKUS
As debate continues about the future of the nation’s future fleet of nuclear-powered submarines, Greens defence spokesman, NSW senator David Shoebridge, has called for...
June 09 2026
Defence and APS course strengthens joint operations
Defence and Australian Public Service (APS) personnel have convened at a logistics operations training course to strengthen public defence readiness.
June 09 2026
US Navy establishes presence in Perth ahead of AUKUS
The US Navy has set up a new Naval Support Activity in Perth to enhance multinational support ahead of AUKUS.
June 09 2026
UK requests Guardian laser turrets, countermeasures under possible US foreign military sale
The United Kingdom will acquire Guardian laser turrets and large aircraft laser assemblies under a possible US$160 million US foreign military sale.
June 09 2026
Leidos unveils new satellite communications tool for US Department of War
A new satellite communications system by Leidos is expected to greatly enhance the US Department of War’s space and defence communications operations.
June 08 2026
Thales set to accelerate Bushmaster delivery to Netherlands Armed Forces
Thales has announced that it is fast-tracking the delivery of its Bushmaster protected mobility vehicles to the Netherlands Armed Forces.
June 08 2026
Government expands sovereign artillery manufacturing capacity with $72m contract
Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles has announced a significant boost, with the Albanese government awarding a $72 million contract to Rheinmetall NIOA...
June 08 2026
Part 2: The complex challenges of integrated deterrence, China and Taiwan
Opinion: Chinese strategic intentions in relation to the Indo-Pacific are best encapsulated in Xi Jinping’s concept of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
June 06 2026