Tokyo should hasten efforts to revise its “three security documents”, improve incentives for its defence industry, and consider relaxing restrictions on transferring weapons, Japan’s new Minister of Defence told reporters | Corey Lee Bell

Originally established in 2021 with the goal of producing robotic satellite systems for refuelling satellites on orbit, ANT61 is a small Australian company that is achieving early success | Grant McHerron & Kirra Davey

The latest variant of South Korea’s Hyunmoo-series ballistic missile will soon be ready for large scale deployment, and would help create a “balance of fear” between Seoul and nuclear-armed North Korea | Corey Lee Bell

Promoting dual use tech investment and strengthening international defence industry cooperation were among the key defence policy priorities of Japan’s newly inaugurated Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi | Corey Lee Bell

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has finally met US President Donald Trump face-to-face, emerging with assurances that the AUKUS deal will proceed as planned | Max Blenkin

ADM is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Women in Defence Awards following an exciting ceremony held 15th October at the National Arboretum in Canberra.

Babcock completes Renewal 4 Survey on frigate

Babcock Australasia has completed the first class Renewal 4 Survey on an Anzac-class frigate, managing extensive inspections on the hull of HMAS Arunta.

Gilmour Space and Sojitz sign satellite agreement

Gilmour Space and Sojitz have signed an agreement to explore satellite and launch service opportunities between Australia and Japan.

C2 Robotics exports Speartooth LUUV

C2 Robotics has announced the first export sales of its Speartooth Large Uncrewed Underwater Vessel.

Army trainees undergo new field exercise

Trainees from the Army School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering have embraced the first iteration of their transformed biannual field training exercise in October.

Boeing to upgrade Poseidon capability

Boeing has announced that the first Royal Australian Air Force P‑8A Poseidon has been inducted into an upgrade program. The service has also begun to integrate its 13th aircraft into the fleet.

Australia welcomes USS Vermont for maintenance

Australia has prepared for the 2027 arrival of Submarine Rotational Force - West, by receiving USS Vermont, a US Virginia class submarine, at HMAS Stirling on 29 October 2025 for the Submarine Maintenance Period.

Babcock completes maintenance on HMNZS Aotearoa

Babcock, in partnership with the Royal New Zealand Navy and Seatrium, has supported the completion of critical maintenance work on HMNZS Aotearoa in Singapore.

AutogenAI receives IRAP assessment

AutogenAI has achieved Information Security Registered Assessors Program assessment – the Gold Standard for security assurance in Australia’s public sector.

GE Aerospace wins naval CSA extension

GE Aerospace's Marine Engines & Systems has announced a five year extension through 2029 of a comprehensive support agreement with the Royal Australian Navy.

Leidos and Aspen Medical to bid for Defence health program

Leidos Australia and Aspen Medical have entered into a teaming agreement to bid for the Australian Defence Contracted Health System program — an opportunity to redefine how healthcare supports the readiness of Australia’s Defence Force.

NRFC and QIC invest in HLS hypersonic aircraft

The National Reconstruction Fund Corporation and Queensland Investment Corporation have joined global aerospace and defence investors to back a $46 million Series A funding round for Hypersonix Launch Systems.

Aspen Medical argues for virtual care in defence

Aspen Medical has delivered a case for rethinking virtual care in defence, disaster and remote contexts.

Curtin University and Greenroom Robotics partner on AI

Curtin University has announced a new partnership with the maritime autonomy company Greenroom Robotics. It is hoped that this partnership will advance the nation’s capabilities in autonomous systems, artificial intelligence and innovation.

Nova Systems appoints Managing Director – MSP

Nova Systems has announced the appointment of Kate Barsby as the Managing Director – Major Service Provider.