Tag: defence
Manufacturing Alliance launches project to address skills shortage in defence industry
The Manufacturing Industry Skills Alliance, in partnership with BAE Systems Australia, has launched a national project at the Osborne Naval Shipyard with Minister Andrew Giles, aiming to address Australia’s growing need for skilled workers in defence manufacturing.
Titomic sells cold spray system to US Navy’s NAVSEA
Titomic, a global leader in advanced cold spray solutions, has announced its first sale to the US Navy’s Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA).
Boost for Tasmania’s defence sector with new naval research facility
In a boost for Tasmania's defence sector, Navantia Australia is set to establish a Naval Research Centre at the Australian Maritime College (AMC) in Newnham.
Local startup to develop AI-enabled debris remover with state gov’t grant
Local startup Paladin Space is poised to advance its efforts in mitigating the dangers of space debris to spacecraft, following the receipt of a $100,000 grant from the South Australian Government.
Victorian government boosts defence supply chain with $827K in grants
The Victorian Government has announced the latest recipients of its Supply Chain Uplift Program (SCUP) grants, providing $827,000 in funding to 13 Victorian businesses to strengthen their competitiveness in the defence sector.
Australian government invests $22M in domestic rocket motor manufacturing
The Australian Government announced an investment in a sovereign rocket motor program aimed at bolstering national security and creating high-skilled jobs in the advanced manufacturing sector.
Quantum Brilliance and ParityQC to lead dev’t of mobile quantum computer
Germany’s Cyber Agency has awarded a contract to Australian-German company Quantum Brilliance and ParityQC to develop what it claims as the world’s first mobile quantum computer by 2027.
Robot enhances border security for Australian Pilbara Regiment
The Regional Force Surveillance Group’s (RFSG) Pilbara Regiment has introduced a new tool in its mission to monitor one-sixth of Australia’s vast landmass: the Ground Uncrewed System (GUS).
Hanwha, Advanced Navigation partner to strengthen military navigation systems
Hanwha Aerospace, Hanwha Defence Australia (HDA), and Advanced Navigation have taken a significant step towards advancing military navigation technologies with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Land Forces 2024 International Defence Exposition.
Lockheed Martin, Thales join forces to manufacture GMLRS in Australia
Lockheed Martin Australia and Thales Australia have signed a Teaming Agreement to explore the development and production of Solid Rocket Motors (SRM) for the Australian market.
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Australian Manufacturing Week 2026 enters final run-up to Brisbane debut
Australia’s manufacturing sector continues to play a critical role in the national economy, underpinned by ongoing investment in advanced technologies, automation, and high-value production.
