Australia moves closer to exporting Boxers to Germany
The Albanese Government has taken a significant step towards securing a major defence export deal, for Boxer heavy weapon carrier vehicles made in Queensland for the German Army. The Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy and his German counterpart,...
Horizon 3 of AFP modernisation program to drive Philippines defence budget at 6.5% CAGR...
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Modernisation Program has entered its third phase (Horizon 3) this year. Against the backdrop, the Philippines defence market is set to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%, with...
AUKUS Reaction: Some companies support, some criticise sub deal
Reaction to the AUKUS announcement in the United States on Monday was swift in Australia. Most companies and other entities welcomed the news, while others criticised the announcement and the overall deal.Babcock welcomes AUKUS announcement
Babcock International Group said it...
AUKUS partners announce nuclear submarine plan
The leaders of the US, UK and Australia on Monday (13 March) announced details of their plan to create a fleet of next generation nuclear-powered submarines. Under the so-called AUKUS agreement, Australia will first receive at least three nuclear-powered...
Audit committee commences inquiries into Defence Major Projects and Annual Performance Statements
The Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit (JCPAA) has commenced two inquiries into important areas of public sector accountability as part of its examination of Auditor-General’s reports.The Auditor-General's reports on Defence Major Projects and on Audits of the Annual Performance...
From the Magazine: AIR MARSHAL ROBERT CHIPMAN IN CONVERSATION WITH APDR’S KYM BERGMANN
Kym Bergmann: Looking at the future of air combat, emphasis is now being placed on joint multi-domain operations. How will the RAAF contribute to those?
Air Marshal Chipman: Joint multi-domain operations require a degree of control in each domain for...
RAAF assists in damage assessment for Vanuatu
A RAAF C-130J has arrived in Vanuatu and is conducting aerial damage assessments as part of the Australian Government’s response in support of the Government of Vanuatu following Tropical Cyclones Judy and Kevin.Additionally, the Australian Government will deploy a...
CIMIC’s CPB Contractors selected for delivery of North Queensland Mid-Term Refresh
CIMIC Group’s CPB Contractors has been selected by the Australian Government’s Department of Defence for the delivery phase of the North Queensland Mid-Term Refresh Program. The managing contractor project works are valued at approximately $104 million with construction scheduled...
New health brigade for Australian army
For the first time in its 122 year history, the Australian Army has a dedicated health brigade to ensure Army’s deployable health capability is ready to support future operations and training, both at home and overseas. The transfer of...
Avalon International Airshow Day 3
Toll Helicopters orders 2 AW139s supporting the ADF: Leonardo announced the expansion of its fleet of AW139 intermediate twin engine helicopters in Australia with an order for two aircraft by the leading helicopter operator Toll Helicopters (Toll). The helicopters...
