The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation is warning Australia’s defence industry that foreign intelligence services are aggressively targeting the sector and that industry should harden its defences against espionage | Grant McHerron

Secure drone operations

The ongoing Ukraine conflict has evolved into a battle of the drones but underlying that is a little appreciated battle of the radio frequency spectrum | Max Blenkin

Defence company Thales Australia has opened a new cyber Security Operations Centre in Canberra to protect Government and Critical Infrastructure clients from cyber attack | Max Blenkin

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Arafura-class OPVs enter service

By the time these words are read, the third of six Arafura-class Offshore Patrol Vessels will have been launched at Civmec’s yard at Henderson in Western Australia | Gregor Ferguson

The US Navy has cancelled plans for the next four frigates under the Constellation-class Frigate Program. They had begun procuring the Constellation-class frigates in 2020, and a total of six were procured through 2024 | Kirra Davey

In the era of Mogami-class frigates and nuclear-powered submarines, the Australian Maritime College has more to offer than meets the eye | Kirra Davey

Government holds third Product of Concern Summit

The Australian Government has convened the third Product of Concern Summit in Canberra, with aims to reaffirm its commitment to improving the sustainment performance of Australia’s Collins class submarines.

Ocius unveils Bluebottle hybrid

Ocius has launched a first of its type, hybrid class Bluebottle, which it is hoped will enable Ocius Bluebottles to operate in more locations globally.

Ocius appoints non-executive director

Ocius has appointed US-based investor and board advisor, David Fox, as a non-executive director.

AtSpace Australian-made A01 rocket blasts off

AtSpace has successfully launched its Australian-made A01 rocket on 27 November 2025. The company is a Brisbane-based rocket manufacturer. According to the company, this has placed it in the "rocketry record books".

Senetas and Nokia to deliver joint network capabilities

Senetas and Nokia have announced a strategic alliance to deliver joint capabilities specifically designed for mission-critical network environments. 

Babcock and Company-X sign virtual reality agreement

Babcock International and Hamilton-based tech firm, Company-X, have signed an agreement to have New Zealand-made virtual reality training technology reach defence forces around the world. 

Fincantieri responds to Constellation cancellation

Fincantieri and the US Navy have reached an agreement that will provide for reshaping the future of the Constellation-class Program. 

Underwater maintenance work underway for USS Vermont

A Royal Australian Navy clearance diving team has led underwater maintenance work on Virginia-class fast attack submarine USS Vermont while alongside at HMAS Stirling.

DroneShield secures European military contract

DroneShield has received a follow-on contract for $5.2 million from an in-country European reseller, that is contractually required to distribute the products to a European military customer.

Six startups graduate UniSA space program

Six space startups have graduated from the University of South Australia’s 2025 Venture Catalyst Space accelerator program.

Arican opens office in Denver

Arican Advisory and Capital, an Australian defence industry consulting firm, has announced the opening of its new United States’ office in the heartland of the American defence industry - Denver, Colorado. 

Saab signs up to apprenticeship model

Saab Australia has signed up as the newest industry partner to an Australia-first initiative, blending university study with practical workplace training to support South Australia’s growing defence sector.