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Leonardo DRS, Hofmann Engineering to pursue navy propulsion opportunities
Leonardo DRS and Hofmann Engineering have announced intentions to form a strategic partnership to pursue advanced allied navy propulsion needs and...
November 12 2025
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Siemens’ Teamcenter software selected for Collins Class sustainment
Australia’s submarine company, ASC, has selected Siemens’ industry-leading software to help sustain the nation’s Collins Class submarines.
November 12 2025
Another blow to NH90 helicopter program after Norway reaches exit settlement
Mixed opinions continue to swirl around the future of NHIndustries consortium’s NH90 helicopter after Norway canned its own helicopter program earlier this year.
November 12 2025
Threat actor alleges treasure trove of sensitive naval info
Ransomware gang J Group has allegedly gained access to a treasure trove of sensitive military information and data relating to some of the nation’s most sensitive,...
November 11 2025
Sovereignty for sale: Qatar’s strategic playbook for quiet domination in Australia and New Zealand
Opinion: Strategic analyst Shay Gal warns that as Australia opens to foreign state capital, Qatar is turning investment into leverage – gaining control without...
November 11 2025
Northrop Grumman confirms MQ-4C Triton operated during Talisman Sabre
American defence prime Northrop Grumman has confirmed that the Australian Defence Force deployed its first MQ-4C Triton aircraft during Talisman Sabre 2025 earlier this...
November 10 2025
General Atomics unveils Gambit 6 Collaborative Combat Aircraft
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has unveiled the latest member of its Gambit family of unmanned combat air vehicles: Gambit 6.
November 10 2025
ASC grads, apprentices to support essential repairs of STS Leeuwin II
ASC apprentices and graduates will support essential repairs on the damaged-but-beloved Australian 1850s-style tall ship, STS Leeuwin II.
November 10 2025
Why holes matter: How the mathematics of shape can help stop drone swarms
Opinion: Mathematicians are increasingly turning to topology, the study of shapes and their holes, to mathematically prove whether defensive networks can completely block...
November 10 2025
Lockheed confirms PrSM Increment 4 flight testing in Australia next year
Lockheed Martin Australia has confirmed it will conduct flight testing on new long-range specialised PrSM Increment 4 munitions in Australia next year.
November 10 2025
Victoria pushes for ‘larger slice of defence industry pie’ after IndoPac 2025
The Victorian government is pushing for a larger slice of the defence industry pie after announcing several key agreements during the recent Indo Pacific 2025 Expo.
November 10 2025
DroneShield announces 3 handheld systems contracts to US government
DroneShield has announced receipt of a package of three standalone contracts totalling $7.6 million for handheld systems for delivery to the US government.
November 10 2025
Iran-linked hackers post details of multibillion-dollar ADF defence program
Pro-Hamas group Cyber Toufan claims to have compromised multiple Israeli defence contractors via a third-party supply chain hack, raising concerns about the security...
November 10 2025
Ocius Bluebottle USVs to provide ‘flexible, persistent, capable ISR’, says head of Navy Capability
Ocius Bluebottle uncrewed surface vessels will provide the Australian Defence Force with “flexible, persistent and capable long-range intelligence, surveillance and...
November 10 2025
Aussie research sees breakthrough as Raytheon, Northrop prepare to deliver first HACM
The US Air Force has picked Raytheon Missiles & Defense and Northrop Grumman to build the Hypersonic Attack Cruise Missile (HACM), developed alongside the Southern Cross...
November 07 2025
New inquiry launched into gender equality as a national and economic security priority
The joint standing committee on foreign affairs, defence and trade is launching a new inquiry examining the role of gender equality in ensuring national and economic...
November 07 2025
Alliance with US partner to boost WA’s defence workforce and industry
The Cook government has signed a new agreement with BlueForge Alliance Australia Limited, forging an international partnership aimed at growing Western Australia’s...
November 07 2025
Intelligence integration as deterrence in the Indo-Pacific
Opinion: Stability in the Indo-Pacific hinges on deterring coercion over Taiwan through seamless, real-time intelligence and command integration among the US, Japan, Taiwan...
November 07 2025
Kongsberg Defence Australia opens Newcastle office to accommodate expanding workforce
Kongsberg Defence Australia has officially opened its Newcastle office in a milestone for the company.
November 07 2025
BAE Systems signs UAS agreement with Turkish Aerospace after Typhoon jet purchase
BAE Systems has signed a memorandum of understanding with Turkish Aerospace to explore opportunities to collaborate on the development of uncrewed air systems.
November 07 2025