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The last two weeks have been busy for the Australian shipbuilding industry.

When it comes to the manufacture of domestic munitions and explosives, Australia is not exactly known for getting value for money.

The RAAF has recently concluded a two-week flying program with its Heron Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) from RAAF Base Amberley.

Recently ADM reviewed both the Fire Scout and Skeldar offerings for Navy Minor Project 1942 (Maritime Tactical UAS – Interim Capability).

Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works has moved outside its comfort zone to develop a heavier-than-air Hybrid Airship for cargo transport.

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull effectively appointed a new czar to oversee Cyber Security.

Elbit Systems Australia has been awarded a $40 million contract by the Commonwealth of Australia for the supply of XACTth65 sights.

Harris Corp has been selected by the Commonwealth of Australia for the Land 2072 Phase 3 (Tactical Communications Network) program

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With the Government’s flurry of Sea program announcements on Monday there are the inevitable winners and losers but time is of the essence.

The unambiguous language of the statement means that the Airbus Tiger ARH is destined for replacement rather than a significant upgrade.

German Sea 1000 contender TKMS has reinforced its firm commitment to the program, citing its key strengths and the unprecedented level of support it has received from the German Government.

BAE Systems Australia has undocked the sixth Anzac Class frigate of the eight vessel Anti-Ship Missile Defence (ASMD) program at its Henderson facility this week.

The Finnish court handling the case of arms manufacturer Patria’s export project to Croatia has stated that the charges dismissed by it in February this year have gained legal force and are final.

This week the AWD Alliance reached another major milestone in the lead up to sea trials for NUSHIP Hobart with the commencement of ‘Main Engine Light-Off’.