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Counter-drone contract: EOS to supply Slinger remote weapon systems into western Europe
Australian-owned defence company Electro Optic Systems has been engaged in a new $53 million order for Slinger counter-drone remote weapon systems.
May 20 2025
Thales to supply Singaporean Navy with Pathmaster mine countermeasure systems
Thales will supply Pathmaster autonomous mine countermeasures systems to the Republic of Singapore Navy after a recent announcement on 19 May.
May 20 2025
Production in 2027: Rheinmetall announces new large-calibre barrel factory in UK
German defence manufacturer Rheinmetall has confirmed a new large-calibre barrel production facility will be based at Telford in the United Kingdom.
May 20 2025
Finland to supply Ukraine with heavy ammunition using frozen Russian assets
Finland has announced it will supply Ukraine with defence equipment using proceeds from frozen Russian assets.
May 20 2025
Finalists announced for Australian Defence Industry Awards 2025
Defence Connect is pleased to announce that over 200 finalists have been selected for the prestigious Australian Defence Industry Awards 2025.
May 19 2025
Rivet Industries announces Hard Spec smart glasses in emerging tech pitch
American defence company Rivet Industries has announced a series of Hard Spec smart glasses for military personnel, adding to an increasing global interest in the emerging...
May 19 2025
‘Complex interdependence’ as the central pillar of Australia’s grand strategy
Australia’s security and economic ties have been shaped by global interactions, with conflict and geopolitical rivalry often redefining its role in the world. Today,...
May 19 2025
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 government’s second term.
May 19 2025
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