Tag: defence
CDU-led project advances manufacturing of military-grade medical drones
A new initiative led by Charles Darwin University (CDU) is set to enhance battlefield healthcare by deploying heavy-fuel cargo drones for medical deliveries, according to a news release from CDU.
Austal reports strong growth, eyes further expansion in 2025
Austal Limited has reported strong financial growth in the first half of the 2025 financial year, with earnings exceeding expectations and a record order book supporting future expansion.
IperionX to accelerate US titanium manufacturing with in DoD backing
IperionX Limited has secured a contract worth up to USD 47.1 million (AUD 74 million) from the US Department of Defence (DoD) to enhance the domestic titanium supply chain.
Kongsberg Defence Australia wins first export order for Coastal Defence System consoles
Kongsberg Defence Australia has obtained its initial export order for the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) Coastal Defence System (CDS) command and control consoles.
AML3D advances defence manufacturing with rapid submarine component delivery
AML3D has announced its role in supplying critical tailpiece components for the United States’ nuclear submarine program, forming part of the AUKUS trilateral security partnership.
How Australian-made screens are redefining wastewater treatment
CST Wastewater Solutions, an engineering service provider in municipal and industrial wastewater technology across Australia and New Zealand, is urging wastewater plant operators to prioritise inlet screen inspections to address emerging challenges and maintain optimal performance.
SPEE3D’s metal printing tech passes sub-zero testing in US defence challenge
Melbourne-based metal additive manufacturing company SPEE3D has demonstrated the capabilities of its XSPEE3D printer in extreme cold environments as part of the US Department of Defence (DOD) Point of Need Manufacturing Challenge.
Advanced Navigation aids Rheinmetall with defence export
Advanced Navigation has signed a multi-million dollar contract with Rheinmetall Defence Australia to supply fibre-optic gyroscope (FOG) inertial navigation systems (INS) for integration into Rheinmetall's Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles (CRV), which are currently in service with the Australian army.
Northrop Grumman strengthens Australia’s guided weapons manufacturing with new contract
Northrop Grumman has taken a significant step in advancing Australia’s sovereign weapons manufacturing capabilities with the award of a non-recurring engineering contract to A.W....
Additive manufacturing for military, defence to surpass $800M in 2024, $2.6B by 2030 –...
The latest market study from Additive Manufacturing Research (AM Research) reveals that the use of additive manufacturing (AM) in military and defence is experiencing unprecedented growth.
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Unlocking growth: Charting midsize manufacturers’ path with digital solutions
According to a recent study by Oxford Economics, midsized companies in the industrial manufacturing sector are setting their eyes on ambitious growth targets. The research, authored in partnership with SAP, revealed that 38% of industry leaders have identified market expansion as their top priority.
