Despite persistent warnings from both Coalition and Labor governments that Australia’s strategic environment is deteriorating, the Labor government has lost another opportunity to adequately fund defence for the challenges ahead | Max Blenkin

Japanese officials have entered into discussions with Sydney-based, unmanned ocean surveillance system producer, Ocius, during the DSEI Japan 2025 defence and security exhibition | Corey Lee Bell

Australian flight simulator producer Ryan Aerospace is optimistic that the firm’s cost competitiveness, record of success and development strategy will help the company expand its presence in the Japanese market | Corey Lee Bell

Time is running out to nominate your colleagues for the Women in Defence Awards (WIDA) 2025!

Japan’s Ministry of Defense is currently engaged in discussions with Kawasaki Heavy Industries on the prospects of acquiring the Kawasaki K-Racer medium-sized transport unmanned aerial vehicle | Corey Lee Bell

Japan’s desire to deepen defence partnerships and contribute to a stronger defence industrial/technological base in the region were key themes in DSEI Japan 2025, a three-day defence exhibition which opened on 21 May in Chiba, Japan | Corey Lee Bell

Babcock services first Arafura Offshore Patrol Vessel

Babcock Australasia has expanded its servicing portfolio to include Arafura-class Offshore Patrol Vessels, which reinforces its place as the Regional Maintenance Provider West.

HDA appoints new Managing Director

Hanwha Defence Australia has appointed Ben Hudson as Managing Director. His new position will be effective from 2 June. 

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and Saab Australia partner on naval collaboration

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Saab Australia. This agreement aims to explore opportunities for collaboration on the MEKO A-200 frigate platform.

Aerobond to help manufacture Kongsberg missile launcher

Aerobond has officially passed First Article Inspection and is ready to commence full-scale manufacturing of key components for the Kongsberg Naval Strike Missile launcher. 

Greentide Target Solutions collaborates with Army

Greentide Target Solutions has announced its collaboration with the Australian Army during the upcoming Exercise Predator’s Run, by supplying a suite of training targets for evaluation.

DSTA and DefendTex sign robotics and munitions MOU

Defence Science and Technology Agency and DefendTex have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to investigate collaborative opportunities in platform-launched drones, munitions safety, and novel unmanned vehicle concept of operations.

Government appoints Marsh to Maritime Insurance Program

Marsh has been appointed by the Australian Government to the Maritime Insurance Program, which comprises all aspects of Australia’s naval shipbuilding, sustainment and modernisation activities.

Birdon awarded US Marine Corps Program

Birdon has been awarded a contract by the US Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory to build two prototype vessels to demonstrate its Ancillary Surface Connector-Medium design.

Serco RSV Nuyina completes dedicated marine science voyage

The RSV Nuyina, operated by Serco, has completed a 9-week dedicated marine science voyage to the Denman Glacier, as a part of the Australian Antarctic Program.

Law enforcement agency uses DroneShield counter-drone solutions

An Australian law enforcement agency has decided to use DroneShield to deliver advanced counter-drone solutions under a contract valued at over $1 million.

H&B Defence evaluates AUKUS supply chain submissions

H&B Defence has commenced evaluating the influx of submissions from Australian businesses to determine their suitability for the AUKUS supply chain, following an alleged significant response to an open market Expression of Interest.

UK Royal Navy chooses Serco for Maritime Services contracts

Serco has been awarded three contracts with a combined value of over $2 billion by the UK Ministry of Defence to provide maritime services for the Royal Navy.