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Singapore’s DSTA strengthens partnership with Safran
Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) and Safran Electronics & Defense have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on the sidelines of Euronaval 2024 on 4 November 2024. This...
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RSL: Australia must encourage development of local major defence industry
The Returned & Services League of Australia (RSL) says Australia must urgently encourage the development of a locally based major defence industry. In a paper prepared for its Defence and National...
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KONGSBERG to launch new microsatellite
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) has signed a contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) for the realisation of one satellite for the precursors mission of the Arctic Ocean Surveillance...
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Submissions open for 2025 Australian Defence Export Catalogue
The Australian government is seeking submissions for the 2025 Australian Defence Export Catalogue as part of an ongoing commitment to growing export opportunities for this vital sector. The catalogue –...
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Australian soldiers trained on Army’s newest tanks
The Australian Army is rapidly bringing in to service its new fleet of main battle tanks, with the first cohort of Australian Army soldiers completing training on operations and maintenance at...
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Leonardo wins Italian Coast Guard ATR deal
Leonardo has signed a contract with the General Command of the Port Authorities – Coast Guard for the supply of an ATR42-600 Maritime Patrol (MP) aircraft. The acquisition forms part of the General...
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Rheinmetall reorganises Executive Board
The Supervisory Board of Rheinmetall AG has approved changes to the structure and composition of the Executive Board. The Group is thus responding to the increased demands that the enormous growth of...
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US Marines initiate full-rate production for ACV-30
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) has received a contract from the US Marine Corps for long lead items, signalling the start of full-rate production for the Amphibious Combat Vehicle 30mm...
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SAPA welcomes Gilmour launch permit
The Sovereign Australian Prime Alliance (SAPA) has welcomed the signing of the Australian Government’s first-ever orbital launch permit by Ed Husic, minister for industry and Science. The permit,...
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APDR Podcast Episode 71 with host Kym Bergmann
Our previous analysis of the US Presidential election was wrong – and by a wide margin. Obviously there’s a huge level of anger, resentment and frustration in the American system. Donald Trump has won...
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Sweden selects the Embraer C-390 Millennium
The Swedish Ministry of Defense announced the selection of the Embraer C-390 Millennium as Sweden’s new tactical transport aircraft. This strategic decision from another North Atlantic Treaty...
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E-7 aircraft strengthen South Korean Air Force
The US State Department has recently approved a foreign military sale of four E-7 Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) aircraft to South Korea for an estimated $4.92 billion. The move is...
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Rheinmetall, ICEYE provide Ukraine with satellite imagery
The strengthened cooperation between Rheinmetall and SAR satellite company ICEYE announced in September 2024 is already bearing fruit. To meet Ukraine‘s urgent demands for SAR satellite reconnaissance...
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Thales, Exail partner on next-gen mine detection
Thales and Exail have been selected by the French defence procurement agency (DGA) to deliver eight, plus eight more on option, Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUV).This extended version of the A18-M...
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New training programs planned for South Australia
Almost 300 more young South Australians will have access to new training and employment pathways to equip them with the skills needed for a career in the state’s defence industry. The Albanese...
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Saab providing support to Australia for Carl-Gustaf M4
Saab Australia has signed a contract with the Commonwealth of Australia to provide in-country through-life support for the Carl-Gustaf M4 weapon. The initial four-year contract, which includes two...
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GME, Hanwha Defence Australia and Hanwha Systems sign MoU
Bringing together C4I capabilities from across Australia and South Korea, GME, Hanwha Defence Australia (HDA) and Hanwha Systems have signed a three-way Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the annual...
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Boeing Defence Australia wins MPOA status
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) has received Military Production Organisation Approval (MPOA) from DASA for the local manufacture of aerospace parts and components. This approval will speed up parts...
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Avalon Australian International Airshow set to soar in 2025
Tickets are officially on sale for Avalon 2025. After a sell out event in 2023, Australia’s largest international airshow is once again set to take to the skies with an action-packed program. Event...
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DroneShield wins honours in the US
DroneShield has been recognised as a 2024 Tech100 honouree by the Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC). This award celebrates companies pushing the boundaries of innovation in the region’s tech...
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