One of the benefits of operating a common aircraft type is the natural interoperability it can realise | Nigel Pittaway

ADM is delighted to announce the finalists of the Women in Defence Awards 2026.

The Quiet Achievers

They may be flying the smallest aircraft in Exercise Pitch Black 2026, but the crews of the Papua New Guinea Defence Force Air Transport Wing must surely have the largest hearts | Nigel Pittaway

Japan has chosen four aerial interceptor drones to undergo demonstration trials as part of a pilot program to accelerate the induction of new technologies, the nation’s Acquisitions, Technology and Logistics Agency announced | Corey Lee Bell

International conflict, the old saying goes, is nature’s way of teaching geography to Americans. International conflict, it can also be claimed, is nature’s way of teaching Australians about the fragility of international supply chains | Max Blenkin

The Japan Air Self Defense Force (JASDF) has deployed its 5th generation F-35A Lightning II fighters to Pitch Black 2026, Australia’s largest air combat exercise, for the first time | Nigel Pittaway

Southern Launch opens Canberra office

Southern Launch has officially opened a Canberra office.

Defence fortifies deployable health capability

Defence has fortified its deployable health capability through a $421 million upgrade that enables advanced medical care to be delivered wherever personnel are operating.

Saab Australia delivers JP2060 Phase 3

Saab Australia has formally delivered Australia’s newest deployable military hospitals, Joint Program 2060 Phase 3 to the Australian Defence Force.

Myriota appoints Chief Financial Officer

Myriota has appointed Richard Leon as Chief Financial Officer as the company prepares for its next phase of global growth and an upcoming capital raise.

Highwater acquires Taylor Bros

Highwater, a provider of naval services to the US, Australian, and Allied navies, has announced the acquisition of Taylor Bros Marine, a naval outfitting and habitability company in Australia.

Australian rocket motor soars

The first successful test flight of a fully Australian-designed and manufactured advanced solid rocket motor has taken place at the Koonibba Test Range near Ceduna, South Australia.

Triton and Poseidon demonstrate interoperability

In a jointly funded technology demonstration, Northrop Grumman and Boeing have demonstrated enhanced interoperability between the unmanned MQ-4C Triton and the manned P-8A Poseidon.

Silentium Defense to open US headquarters

Silentium Defense has announced the upcoming opening of its US headquarters in Apex, North Carolina. The company will officially mark the occasion at an opening event on Tuesday, 11 August.

Ocius appoints new chair

Ocius Technology has appointed technology investor and company director David Pullini as Chair of the Board.

South Australia enhances Defence protective security

South Australia to bring together industry, research and Defence experience to develop a concept demonstrator with the aim of showing how technology, policy, organisational practices and human-centred design can work together.

Aquaterro receives arms and armour contracts

The Australian Government has announced two major Department of Defence contracts signed with Victorian company, Aquaterro for arms and armour.

Australia establishes Defence Research Centre

The Australian Government has established the nation's first Defence Research Centre, bringing together Defence, industry, universities and research organisations to accelerate research and technology development for national security.