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8 Challenger 3 MBT prototypes roll off production line
April 26 2024
Eight units of the British Army’s future Challenger 3 main battle tanks have been completed by Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land, with a total of 148...
US inks nearly $2bn in guided missile deals with Poland, the Netherlands
The United States’ Defense Security Cooperation Agency has approved nearly $2 billion in guided missiles sales for their two NATO partners.
April 26 2024
KBR secures $130m RAN contract
KBR has been appointed as the capability life cycle manager for the Royal Australian Navy’s amphibious and replenishment ships at Garden Island.
April 26 2024
We know what’s in, but what’s out? Assessing the reprioritisations and the ‘cuts’ of the IIP and NDS (Part 2)
Navy has undoubtedly been the biggest beneficiary of Australia’s shifting defence and national security policy over the last few years, with the 2024 National Defence...
April 26 2024
WA’s Australian Marine Complex celebrates 21 years
DevelopmentWA’s Australian Marine Complex has celebrated 21 year of operation, supporting the marine, defence and resources industries.
April 24 2024
Shadow home affairs minister calls on Australia to learn lessons of the past to face the future
Senator James Paterson, shadow minister for home affairs and cyber security, has used his Anzac Oration to the Robert Menzies Institute to call on Australian policymakers and...
April 24 2024
BMT, DNV team up for Australian Army’s Landing Craft – Heavy program
The two companies have signed a memorandum of understanding to support the development of amphibious capabilities for the Australian Army based on BMT’s CAIMEN Large.
April 24 2024
We know what’s in, but what’s out? Assessing the reprioritisations and the ‘cuts’ of the IIP and NDS (Part 1)
Following much anticipation, we now have our first National Defence Strategy (NDS) and supporting Integrated Investment Program (IIP). But what exactly is in and what is out...
April 24 2024
Lockheed Martin Australia, Defence sign $500m head contract for AIR 6500
Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy has announced the signing of a $500 million contract between Lockheed Martin Australia and the Department of Defence to build...
April 24 2024
Macquarie Government appointed to ICTPA panel
Part of the ASX-listed Macquarie Technology Group, Macquarie Government has been appointed to the Information Communications Technology Provider Arrangement (ICTPA) panel,...
April 24 2024
‘Prepare for the unexpected’: Industry leader calls for Defence and industry readiness
Returning to Australia after years working in the British and European defence industry, Nova chief executive officer Dean Rosenfield offers some advice amid a worsening...
April 23 2024
Despite naysayers and fears of decline, US global leadership still has a role to play: Retired US admiral
For many, it sounds like an antiquated idea, something better confined to the dustbin of history, a world devoid of US primacy and leadership; for others, it is the worst...
April 23 2024
Lockheed Martin, US Missile Defense Agency successfully complete transition to Long Range Discrimination Radar
Lockheed Martin and the US Missile Defense Agency have successfully completed the transition to the Long Range Discrimination Radar at Clear Space Force Station in Clear,...
April 23 2024
Royal Navy officially names sixth Astute Class attack submarine ahead of delivery
The Royal Navy has officially named its sixth Astute Class nuclear-powered attack submarine HMS Agamemnon, ahead of the vessel being launched later this year and...
April 23 2024
Supporting veteran families: Australian War Widows NSW unveils rebrand
Australian War Widows NSW announced it has rebranded to Families of Veterans Guild, expanding their services to provide support and services to all family members of...
April 23 2024
Babcock, Franmarine secure $10m RAN contract
The two companies will continue to provide biofouling management services and underwater sustainment to the Royal Australian Navy, with the contract extended to include all...
April 22 2024
RSL announces ANZAC of the Year Awards recipients
Two individuals have been recognised as part of this year’s RSL ANZAC of the Year Awards, recognising service to community.
April 22 2024
Footing the bill: ‘Peace dividend’ politicians, public struggle to adapt to the dangerous new world
By now, the post-Cold War myth of a “peace dividend” has been well and truly proven false. With authoritarian and revisionist powers on the march across the globe...
April 22 2024
Finalists revealed for Defence & National Security Workforce Awards 2024
Over 75 finalists have been revealed for the inaugural Defence & National Security Workforce Awards, recognising the sector’s top-performing up-and-comers and those...
April 22 2024
Land-based strike to receive $3.9bn windfall
Army’s land-based strike capabilities are expected to receive an additional $3.9 billion to $4.9 billion in funding, with an additional $5.2 billion to $7.2 billion for...
April 19 2024