Tag: Australian Defence Force
Australia taps Lockheed Martin for $500M next-gen air missile defence deal
The Australian Government announced an investment of $500 million in next-generation air missile defence technology to strengthen national security and fortify the Australian Defence Force (ADF).
2024 Australian National Defence Strategy unveiled
The Australian Government has introduced the inaugural National Defence Strategy, which underscores the imperative for a unified, whole-of-government, and whole-of-nation approach to defence.
Australian Army tests advance tech solutions in US collaboration
The Australian Army has joined forces with allies and partners in Project Convergence, marking a crucial step in testing and advancing networks, robotic and autonomous systems, as well as air defence and strike-related systems.
Raytheon Australia launches state-of-the-art collaboration hub in Queensland
Raytheon Australia, a subsidiary of RTX (NYSE: RTX), has inaugurated its cutting-edge Centre for Collaboration in southeast Queensland, marking a significant milestone in the company's 25-year investment journey in Australia.
Fleet Space’s Centauri satellite sets record as world’s smallest voice-enabled satellite
Fleet Space Technologies, a pioneering force in Australian space exploration, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone with its Centauri satellite becoming the smallest voice-capable satellite on Earth.
CIMIC’s CPB Contractors to spearhead Army Aviation Program in Townsville
CIMIC Group's CPB Contractors has been chosen by the Australian Government's Department of Defence to undertake the Army Aviation Program of Works at the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Townsville.
Army helicopter fleet support contracts to create hundreds of local jobs
The Australian government has invested a total of $830 million to sustain and support the Australian Army’s future helicopter fleet, creating hundreds of jobs in the local industry.
Australian Defence Force unveils next-gen drone prototypes in government-backed accelerator challenge
The Australian Government is championing innovation in the defence sector with the initiation of the Sovereign UAS Challenge, featuring the development of new-generation drone prototypes by 11 Australian companies.
Lockheed Martin collaboration fast-tracks Australia’s missile manufacturing, bolsters long range strike capability
The Australian Government announced the initiation of Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) missile manufacturing in the country by 2025, following the formalisation of a $37.4 million contract between the Australian Defence Department and Lockheed Martin Australia.
AUKUS to establish new defence space capability in Australia
The Australian government has signed a collaboration with the United States and the United Kingdom to develop the Deep-space Advanced Radar Capability and boost Australia’s defence space capabilities.