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Politicians join Bravery Trek to support Aussie veterans
Australian politicians will join veterans and supporters on their Bravery Trek to raise funds and awareness of financial support available to Aussie...
September 07 2023
Poland to acquire Patriot batteries, missile defence sensors
Poland has approved a letter of acceptance with the US Army to introduce 12 Lower-Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensors and 48 Patriot launchers.
September 07 2023
Black Sky, Funnel Web Systems unveil armed UGV prototype
Queensland aerospace company Black Sky Aerospace has partnered with Australian robotics developer Funnel Web Systems to unveil their armed Funnel Web prototype.
September 07 2023
Lighter, faster: US Army confirms modernisation for new M1E3 Abrams
The US Army has announced plans to build a “more survivable, lighter tank” under a new M1E3 Abrams main battle tank modernisation program.
September 07 2023
US confirms depleted-uranium tank ammo for Ukraine
The United States will send 120mm depleted-uranium tank munitions to Ukraine for the first time, as part of a new US$175 million military aid package.
September 07 2023
Austal USA engaged to build landing craft for US Navy
Defence shipbuilder Austal USA will construct three Landing Craft Utility 1700 Class craft for the United States Navy under a $143.4 million contract.
September 07 2023
Loitering munitions are the future, it’s time the ADF joined the bandwagon
The world has witnessed countless successful strikes by Ukrainian and Russian loitering munitions in the ongoing Ukraine War in Europe.
September 07 2023
Saab Australia plays pivotal role in developing next-gen Future Operator Workspace
Saab Australia has played a central role supporting the development of Saab AB’s next-generation Future Operator Workspace introduced at DSEI 2023, marking a major...
September 07 2023
Milrem unveils ‘defence-breaching’ Type-X robotic vehicle
A new and armed Type-X robotic combat vehicle has been unveiled by Estonian robotic vehicle manufacturer Milrem Robotics ahead of the Defence and Industry Equipment...
September 06 2023
F/A-18 radio retrofit kits and helicopter software announced in US contracts
The US Department of Defense has announced new contract changes involving the Australian government and Royal Australian Air Force.
September 06 2023
EDGE, Brazilian Air Force to jointly develop air and space projects, smart weapons
United Arab Emirates state-owned defence conglomerate EDGE Group and the Brazilian Air Force will jointly progress defence opportunities under a new agreement.
September 06 2023
Pull our weight: Renewed concerns emerge over new wave of US ‘isolationism’
For most people alive today, they have no lived memory of the world without America’s role as the “Leader of the Free World”. However, the American peace of...
September 06 2023
First Gepard ammo shipment headed to Ukraine
German automotive and arms manufacturer Rheinmetall has announced the first shipment of 35mm ammunition for Ukrainian Gepard anti-aircraft tanks.
September 06 2023
Korean defence tech takes centrestage for Polish leadership
Polish President Andrzej Duda has taken a dedicated tour of Korean defence technology on the first day of the 31st International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO) in...
September 06 2023
Senator Shoebridge calls out government consulting policy
Greens senator David Shoebridge has called out Australian government policies on consulting and conflicts of interest regarding employment of former staff.
September 06 2023
Autono Drone explores military cargo applications
Australian technology company Autono Drone is exploring the application of its heavy payload vertical take-off and landing cargo drones for military use.
September 05 2023
China, Thailand begin Blue Strike joint naval training
The People’s Republic of China and the Kingdom of Thailand have begun their annual Blue Strike 2023 joint naval training.
September 05 2023
Letter of intent signed for Romanian F-16 training centre
Romania, the Netherlands, and Lockheed Martin leadership have signed a letter of intent to establish the European F-16 Training Centre in Romania.
September 05 2023
Austal manoeuvres as sovereign defence prime, says annual report
Australian-based global shipbuilding company Austal has released some significant management changes and insight into its Australian strategy during an official conference...
September 05 2023
UK Royal Navy locks in contract for crewless submarine
The United Kingdom’s Royal Navy has awarded a £15.4 million contract to Plymouth firm MSubs for the delivery of a Project Cetus crewless submarine.
September 05 2023