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Toll Aviation to launch V-BAT flights in Australia
Toll Aviation has signed a deal to bring a new AI-based uncrewed aerial system (UAS) to Australia.
August 30 2023
Defence industry handicapped by testing bureaucracy
The Australian defence industry faces an uphill battle to find timely and adequate testing facilities, according to industry figurehead Dr Raymond Dennis.
August 29 2023
RWM Italia to supply classified smart sea mines for ADF
The Australian Defence Force will acquire smart sea mines deployable from submarines, ships, and aircraft to improve Defence’s maritime mining capability.
August 29 2023
Micronesia takes ownership of Guardian Class patrol boat
The Australian government has handed over ownership of a Guardian Class patrol boat to the Federated States of Micronesia under the Pacific Maritime Security Program.
August 29 2023
Intergenerational report reveals mixed bag for Defence spending over long-term
The latest intergenerational report has revealed a mixed bag for Defence spending over the next four decades, raising questions about the nation’s capacity to fund its...
August 29 2023
Paul Fisher appointed chief commercial officer at Raider Targetry
Queensland technology company Raider Targetry has appointed former Regional Development Australia Sunshine Coast senior executive Paul Fisher as the company’s chief...
August 29 2023
JASDF F-35A fighters touch down for first overseas deployment
A pair of Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft have touched down in the Northern Territory for the first deployment under the Australia–Japan...
August 29 2023
Japan to acquire 50 JASSM-ER missiles for F-15J aircraft
Japan will acquire 50 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles with extended range missiles in a possible US$104 million foreign military sale approved by the US State...
August 29 2023
Lockheed Martin announced as AIR 6500 Phase 1 winner
Lockheed Martin Australia has been announced as the strategic partner for AIR 6500 Phase 1 by the Australian Department of Defence.
August 29 2023
Silent and deadly: Australian directed energy pitched against hypersonics
Canberra-based defence company Electro Optic Systems has pitched a “silent and deadly” directed energy laser system during a live fire demonstration earlier this...
August 28 2023
EOS conducts live fire showcase for counter-UAV Slinger
Canberra-based defence company Electro Optic Systems is setting up for an anticipated export-agreement blitz as it hosts several counter-unmanned aerial vehicle live fire...
August 28 2023
US Marines killed in NT Osprey crash
Three US Marines have been confirmed dead after their MV-22B Osprey crashed on a remote Northern Territory Island on Sunday.
August 28 2023
Sikorsky to produce 35 King Stallions in US$2.7bn deal
Lockheed Martin aircraft manufacturer Sikorsky has been engaged to build 35 CH-53K King Stallion helicopters for the US Marines.
August 28 2023
Enter the multipolar era: BRICS expands members in challenge to world order
We have entered the next stage in the evolution of the multipolar world with the Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa (BRICS)-led economic and political bloc adding...
August 28 2023
TAE Aerospace to complete Super Hornet, Growler upgrades
The Australian Defence Force has announced engine upgrades for Royal Australian Air Force Super Hornet and Growler aircraft to be performed by TAE Aerospace.
August 28 2023
Northrop Grumman develops mini-laser for US government
Northrop Grumman Corporation has successfully delivered a tactical-scale, miniaturised, high-energy laser system for the US government.
August 28 2023
Babcock, Indonesia celebrate keel laying for first 2 frigates
Babcock International and Indonesian-partner PT PAL have celebrated the keel laying ceremony for the first two new frigates for the Indonesian Navy, which are based on...
August 28 2023
Independent leads appointed for Defence estate audit
Two independent leads have been appointed by the Australian federal government to undertake a Defence estate audit on baseline estate and infrastructure.
August 28 2023
Chinese hackers caught spying on Taiwanese targets
Security researchers at Microsoft have spotted a Chinese-based threat actor engaging in espionage operations against organisations in Taiwan.
August 25 2023
US approves sale of F-16 infrared search and track systems to Taiwan
The United States State Department has approved the possible sale of F-16 Infrared Search and Track systems and related equipment to Taiwan, valued at $500 million.
August 25 2023
