Demolition is not the first word on most people’s minds when it comes to Defence. But in an industry of evolution, sometimes the old needs to be demolished to usher in the new | Kirra Davey

Singapore set to shine

The tenth Singapore Airshow is set to get underway at the Changi Exhibition Centre tomorrow and once again the event has attracted companies from across the region and beyond | Nigel Pittaway

The Albanese Government has announced a $508 million investment in two major capital works projects at Orchard Hills in Western Sydney as part of the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) plan. 

The first of four MC-55A Peregrine ISREW aircraft has been delivered to Australia, arriving at RAAF Base Edinburgh on 22 January.

China - An Ancient Giant Returns

In this episode, we tell the story of China. How has China’s ancient past shaped the country we know today? What do China’s leaders fear most of all? And are the US and China destined to go to war?

Babcock is now providing critical maintenance to the Royal Australian Navy’s Supply Class Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR) ships as part of the company’s operational scope as Regional Maintenance Provider West (RMP West).

Airbus and ST Engineering to develop 3D radar capabilities

Airbus Defence and Space and ST Engineering have signed two Memorandums of Understanding to jointly explore and develop advanced satellite capabilities and digital solutions.  

Bird Aerosystems secures Helicopter Upgrade Program contract

Bird Aerosystems has secured a contract to supply its advanced SPREOS Directed Infrared Countermeasure systems for the Helicopter Upgrade Program in the Asia Pacific Region.

Space Summit 2026 commences in Singapore

Space Summit 2026 has commenced in Singapore, convening government leaders, space agencies, industry executives, researchers and investors at a time when space systems have become deeply embedded in daily life.

Gilmour Space and Transcelestial partner on satellite laser comms

Gilmour Space Technologies and Transcelestial have formed a long-term strategic partnership to bring laser communications capabilities to advance how data moves on satellites. 

SiNAB makes two new appointments

SiNAB has appointed Nick Mair as Head of Strategy & Partnerships and as a member of the SiNAB Advisory Board, alongside the appointment of retired Brigadier Mark Smethurst as an Independent Advisory Board Member.

Babcock announces Defence Industry Engagement Series

Babcock Australasia has called on small and medium enterprises wanting to enter the defence industry to sign up to a nation-wide Defence Industry Engagement Series.

Singapore awards ST Engineering next-gen IFV contract

ST Engineering has announced that its Land Systems business had been awarded a contract by the Singaporean Ministry of Defence in December 2025 for the production and supply of the next generation Infantry Fighting Vehicles.

Ferra Engineering wins Boeing HAAWC contract

Boeing has awarded Ferra Engineering a contract to produce wing kits for its High Altitude Anti-Submarine Warfare Weapon Capability. The contract has extended the existing partnership between Boeing and Ferra.

Exercises Red Flag and Bamboo Eagle underway in US

From 2 February 2026, Exercises Red Flag Nellis and Bamboo Eagle 26-1 will bring together aviators from Australia, the United States and United Kingdom in one of the most challenging and realistic air training environments available.

Guardian-class Patrol Boat delivered to Marshall Islands

The Republic of the Marshall Islands has taken delivery of a new Guardian-class Patrol Boat, RMIS Jelmae, in a ceremony at HMAS Stirling, Western Australia.

Nova Systems selected for Land 156 counter-drone panel

Nova Systems has been selected as a Category 1 partner on the Australian Government’s Project Land 156 Counter-small Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-sUAS) Standing Offer Panel.

Counter-drone industry panel established

A new industry panel has been established to advise Defence and other Australian Government agencies on counter small uncrewed aerial systems (CsUAS) services,