AllNova Systems CEO calls for National focus on Defence sovereignty and preparedness at IODS
Photo and article courtesy of Nova Systems Autralia. Nova Systems CEO Dean Rosenfield has urged Australia to accelerate the development of sovereign Defence capability in peacetime, warning that preparedness can no longer be deferred in an increasingly uncertain strategic environment. Addressing the Indian Ocean Defence and Security (IODS) Conference in Perth this week, Mr Rosenfield […]
Century Engineering wins first US defence export contracts
Photo: H&B Defence Managing Director Tim Brown addresses media about Century export contract. Photo and article courtesy of H&B Defence. Century Engineering has become the first Australian business to secure export contracts into the United States naval nuclear supply chain — embedding Australian industry within the US industrial base. The South Australian manufacturer has been […]
NIOA onboards Hydrix in counter-drone partnership
Photo: From left – NIOA’s Deputy Chief Engineer David Nink and General Manager Engineering Rudi Bekker with Hydrix’s Director of Engineering Andrew Beal and Director Business Development Peter Riddell at Hydrix’s headquarters in Melbourne. The two companies are teaming up to develop key components for counter-drone systems. Photo and article courtesy of NIOA. NIOA has […]
Sentinel Boats awarded Special Operations RHIB contract
Photo: Courtesy of Sentinel Boats Tasmanian boat builder Sentinel Boats has won an important Defence contract to deliver up to seven general purpose watercraft for Australia’s elite Special Operations Forces. The contract is for the latest evolution of Sentinel Boats’ 830R vessel, namely a single point lift (SPL) variant of this high-performance rigid hulled inflatable […]
NIOA welcomes government support for large-scale rocket motor manufacturing facility, expanding sovereign missile capability
The guided missile destroyer USS Benfold launches a SM-6 Standard Missile during a US Navy exercise in the Philippine Sea. The SM-6 is one of a range of advanced missiles included in NIOA’s teaming agreement with L3Harris. Photo: Courtesy DVIDS/US Navy The Group CEO of Australian-owned defence prime NIOA has welcomed the Australian Government’s commitment […]
Strategic partnership to strengthen emergency and critical responses in national security operations
NOVA Systems and HERE (NECWG) Nova Systems has announced a new strategic partnership with HERE Technologies, a global leader in location data and mapping platforms, strengthening Nova’s digital services capability across Defence, Emergency Services and Government. By combining Nova Systems’ deep domain expertise with HERE’s advanced location intelligence, the partnership will enhance operational decision making […]
Supporting Those Who Served: Wounded Heroes Australia’s Lifeline for Veterans and Families
AIDN partners with Wounded Heroes in 2026 Wounded Heroes Australia was established 19 years ago to provide grassroots, 24/7 immediate crisis support to ADF personnel, veterans, and their families experiencing financial hardship, homelessness, or risk of homelessness across Australia. The organisation’s sole charitable purpose is the prevention of veteran suicide. Since 2007, the charity has […]
De Stefano & Co celebrates dual honours at the 2026 Australian Cyber Awards
De Stefano & Co’s Emilio De Stefano and Jeremy Watkins at the 2026 Australian Cyber Awards. Photo and article courtesy of De Stefano & Co. De Stefano & Co is proud to announce its recognition at the 2026 Australian Cyber Awards, taking outCyber Consulting Business of the Year – SME and Cyber Professional of the […]
Expressions of Interest extended for Exhibitor Participation with the Northern Territory Government at Land Forces
DefenceNT is leading a Northern Territory industry delegation to the Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition 2026, taking place in Perth from 6–8 October. This is an exciting opportunity for NT businesses, peak bodies and industry groups to co-exhibit as part of the official NT delegation, led by the Chief Minister of the Northern Territory, […]
NIOA welcomes SYPAQ counter-drone partnership
Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy, SYPAQ Chief Engineer and Technical Director Ross Osborne and NIOA Group CEO Rob Nioa with SYPAQ’s Corvo Strike interceptor (pictured below) for which NIOA will provide fuzes and warheads in an all-Australian partnership. NIOA has welcomed its engagement by SYPAQ Systems to deliver critical counter-drone capability to the Australian Defence […]