Tag: Australian Defence Force

The Australian Government has awarded a $72 million contract to Rheinmetall NIOA Munitions to establish a new large-calibre ammunition forging capability in Queensland, in a move aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing and supporting the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

Australian-owned maritime engineering company Birdon has signed a $125 million contract with the Australian Government to design and build one prototype and 15 Amphibious Vehicles – Logistics (AV-L) for the Australian Army, under the Land 8710 Littoral Manoeuvre Program.

The Australian Government is investing almost $40 million in emerging technologies and artificial intelligence to strengthen the Australian Defence Force’s ability to make faster and more accurate decisions, according to the Department of Defence.

DroneShield has renewed its support for the Australian Defence Force (ADF) Drone Racing Team for 2026, continuing a partnership that the company says is focused on skills development and innovation in drone operations. 

Babcock Australasia has secured a $42 million extension to its Counter Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive (C-CBRNE) asset management contract, a program that involves the sustainment, integration and support of specialised equipment supplied through Australian-based industry partners.

Australia and the United States have signed a Joint Statement of Intent to explore co-production of guided weapons and opened a joint office to support cooperation in the sector.

The Australian Government has selected the upgraded Japanese Mogami-class frigate as the preferred platform for the Royal Australian Navy’s future general purpose frigates.

Advanced Navigation, a global leader in assured positioning, navigation, and timing (APNT) technologies, has finalised a deal worth AUD $8.7 million with Hanwha Defence Australia (HDA). 

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) has inaugurated a new production facility in Adelaide, South Australia, marking a milestone in the company’s support for Australian Defence acquisition and sustainment programs. 

Australia, the UK, and the US have established an export licence-free environment, unlocking billions in investment and cutting red tape for Australian and AUKUS industries.