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SIG Sauer eyes UK expansion
January 22 2024
SIG Sauer is partnering with Accuracy International Limited to increase their presence in the UK market and better deliver for British military and la...
UK MOD achieves directed energy weapon milestone
The UK Ministry of Defence has engaged aerial targets with a high-powered laser weapon for the first time, paving the way for a future low-cost alternative to missiles.
January 22 2024
UK MOD awards contract for next-generation Challenger 3 modular armour
Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land has secured a contract with the UK Ministry of Defence for delivery of a new modular armour system for the Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank.
January 22 2024
Funding approved for Veterans’ and Families’ Hub in South Australia
The Australian federal government has announced a $5.445 million grant to develop a new Veterans’ and Families’ Hub in Elizabeth, South Australia.
January 22 2024
PM issues challenge, sets out vision for confronting decade of disruption, danger
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has “soft launched” his pitch to the Australian people surrounding his vision of the nation and how it will confront a decade of...
January 22 2024
China announces high-end warfare training overhaul in 2024
The People’s Republic of China has announced realistic training, force-on-force exercises, joint military training, and focus on unmanned and intelligent capabilities...
January 22 2024
Thales welcomes GMLRS announcement for domestic missile manufacturing
Defence contractor Thales Australia has welcomed the Australian federal government’s announcement of a $37.4 million contract for the manufacture of Guided Multiple...
January 22 2024
Tensions flare as Pakistan conducts airstrikes on Iranian soil
Hostilities between Pakistan and Iran have continued to mount over recent days, with Pakistan conducting retaliatory strikes against militants on Iranian soil.
January 21 2024
Canada assumes command of CTF 150, combating transnational crime and terror
Royal Canadian Navy Captain Collin Matthews assumed command of Combined Task Force 150 from France during a recent ceremony in Bahrain, overseeing anti-crime and terrorism...
January 19 2024
US Navy leader visits Indo-Pacific to discuss defence, partnerships
US Under Secretary of the Navy Erik Raven has conducted his first visit to Guam to meet with Indo-Pacific area military leaders, government officials, and service members.
January 19 2024
US Marines selects NSW shipbuilder Birdon to develop heavy landing craft
NSW defence shipbuilder Birdon has been selected by the US Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory for development, testing, and evaluation of an advanced Heavy Landing Craft -...
January 19 2024
Australian Army streamlines photography entry into ranks
The Australian Army has opened new opportunities for civilian photographers to join Army’s ranks.
January 19 2024
Looking into the crystal ball and preparing for the other side of a Taiwan crisis
The Defence Strategic Review went a long way to articulating the long-term objectives and capability priorities of the Australian Defence Force in the era of great power...
January 19 2024
Houthis rebels officially declared terrorist group by US government
The Houthis rebels have officially been designated as a terrorist organisation by the US State Department after attacks against international maritime vessels in the Red...
January 19 2024
Prince’s Trust to help veterans exploring small business and entrepreneurship
The Prince’s Trust has set out to help current and former ADF personnel hone their business acumen, hosting two upcoming Launch Labs in Queensland.
January 18 2024
Canada announces research safeguards against foreign influence
Canada has announced safeguard measures to protect sensitive technology research from foreign influence.
January 18 2024
NZDF dog handlers study tiger, chimpanzee and sun bear behaviour at Wellington Zoo
The New Zealand Army has gotten hands-on advice from Sumatran tiger, chimpanzee, and sun bear keepers at Wellington Zoo to gain insight into civilian animal behaviour and...
January 18 2024
CrowdStrike’s Falcon XDR receives tick of approval for meeting Australian, European cyber standards
More Australian public sector agencies and European automotive manufacturers will be able to utilise CrowdStrike’s Falcon XDR platform, having successfully completed...
January 18 2024
Wolf’s howl? Chinese diplomats return to ‘Wolf Warrior’ diplomacy
China’s ambassador to Australia, Xiao Qian, and his diplomatic team have shattered Prime Minister Albanese’s elated proclamations that the Australia-China...
January 18 2024
Taipan disposal offers best value for money, says Conroy
Australian Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy has confirmed the current disposal strategy for the Australian Defence Force’s MRH‑90 Taipan helicopter fleet...
January 18 2024