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BAE set to deliver critical microelectronics to US defence industrial base
BAE Systems has been awarded a US$22 million (AU$33.6 million) contract by the US Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Research &...
July 25 2024
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Saudi Arabia to acquire logistics, sustainment systems in US foreign military sale
The US State Department has approved a possible US$2.8 billion foreign military sale of logistics and sustainment systems to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
July 25 2024
Wait, we have to be a two-fleet nation? Concerns mount as Beijing looks to expand Indian Ocean fleet presence
When established in the 1980s, Australia’s “Two Ocean Policy” sought to essentially establish the nation as a “two fleet” navy capable of...
July 25 2024
Kuru Wharf officially opened at HMAS Coonawarra
The Australian government has celebrated the official opening of the new Kuru Wharf at HMAS Coonawarra in the Northern Territory.
July 25 2024
Missiles not included: MQ-28A Ghost Bat will not carry weapons
In a surprise change of plans, the MQ-28A Ghost Bat drone will not carry weapons, instead being shifted to intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance roles.
July 25 2024
Exercise Pitch Black to resume ‘pretty quickly’ after Italian Air Force crash
The Australian government has confirmed that Exercise Pitch Black will be “up and running pretty quickly” following the crash of an Italian Air Force fighter jet...
July 25 2024
Exercise Pitch Black halted due to military aircraft crash
Flight operations have been suspended at Exercise Pitch Black following the crash of an international military aircraft in the Northern Territory.
July 24 2024
SPEAR cruise missiles to utilise artificial intelligence, says MBDA
European missile manufacturer MBDA has announced the SPEAR family of weapons will be the first cruise missiles to feature artificial intelligence-enhanced collaboration.
July 24 2024
Austal, Civmec sign joint venture MOU to support Army Landing Craft Heavy project
West Australian-based shipbuilders Austal and Civmec have formally executed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to establish a joint venture and submit a proposal to the...
July 24 2024
Australian, UK and US navies sign statement of intent for lethality
The chiefs of navy for Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States have signed a statement of intent for lethality in a major strengthening of naval ties.
July 24 2024
Mobilising Australia’s workforce for national defence in time of war
Opinion: Major wars force nations to mobilise as is now evident in Ukraine, Russia, and Israel. If a major Indo-Pacific war erupted as the National Defence Strategy warns is...
July 24 2024
Raytheon test fires laser weapon from Wolfhound armoured vehicle
Raytheon UK have successfully test fired the companies’ High-Energy Laser Weapon System while integrated onto a British Army combat vehicle during the first test of its...
July 24 2024
UK Ministry of Defence announces plans to regenerate artillery manufacturing
The United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence has confirmed plans to regenerate the UK’s ability to produce forgings for gun barrels and repair of international...
July 24 2024
Conroy announces accelerated plan for Army’s new littoral fleet
The delivery of 18 medium landing craft for the Australian Army’s new littoral fleet is being accelerated, according to an announcement made by Minister for Defence...
July 23 2024
Larger, steadier: Ocius reveals new and improved Bluebottle uncrewed surface vessel
Australian autonomous uncrewed vessel developer Ocius Technology has produced a larger and improved Bluebottle uncrewed surface vessel.
July 23 2024
Public awaits Australian investigation into fatal World Central Kitchen strike
Uncertainty surrounds the possible release of the Australian investigation into the killing of seven World Central Kitchen aid workers by Israeli Defense Forces in Gaza.
July 23 2024
Boots on the ground within a week: Japan issues warning on Taiwan conflict
Despite confidence and assurances that Taiwan and its allies can hold off an invasion from the mainland, the Japanese government has warned that China could land troops in...
July 23 2024
How to be smart about building combined arms land system
Given Australia’s limited resources, Aquaterro’s CEO has proposed that it capitalise on the work done by its allies to boost its maritime, amphibious, and...
July 23 2024
C-130J Super Hercules fleet passes 3m flight hours milestone
The international C-130J Super Hercules fleet has officially surpassed 3 million flight hours, according to a recent statement from Lockheed Martin.
July 23 2024
Alkath Group, MSubs collaborate to accelerate Australian maritime autonomy
Australian defence company Alkath Group and United Kingdom-based submersible manufacturer MSubs have announced a new collaboration aimed at accelerating maritime autonomous...
July 23 2024