AllChina asks Australia not to open ‘Pandora’s box’ on nuclear proliferation
Photo: Defence Connect The People’s Republic of China has asked Australia, the US, and the UK not to unlock Pandora’s box on nuclear proliferation in relation to the AUKUS defence agreement. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, US President Joe Biden, and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak recently made an announcement in San Diego, California on 14 […]
Australia and Germany negotiate Boxer export deal
Photo: Defence Connect Australia and Germany have signed a letter of cooperation to start formal negotiations for exporting Boxer heavy weapon carrier vehicles in one of our largest ever defence export contracts. Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy met with German Parliamentary State Secretary to the Federal Minister of Defence, Thomas Hitschler, for the […]
Australia and Germany negotiate Boxer export deal
Photo: Defence Connect Australia and Germany have signed a letter of cooperation to start formal negotiations for exporting Boxer heavy weapon carrier vehicles in one of our largest ever defence export contracts. Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy met with German Parliamentary State Secretary to the Federal Minister of Defence, Thomas Hitschler, for the major […]
MEDIA RELEASE- The AUKUS Nuclear-Powered Submarine Pathway
Last week, Prime Minister Albanese, US President Biden and UK Prime Minister Sunak announced the Optimal Pathway for Australia’s acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines. This was a historic event in our nation’s history. The acquisition of this formidable capability is the single biggest leap in Australia’s defence capability. It will see Australia become one of […]
AIDN STATEMENT ON AUKUS NUCLEAR SUBMARINES
Canberra: The Australian Industry and Defence Network (AIDN) welcomes todays tripartite announcement on the proposed pathway to the construction of an Australian AUKUS nuclear submarine. AIDN congratulates the Prime Minister, Minister for Defence, Minister for Defence Industry, the Secretary of the Department of Defence, Greg Moriarty and VADM Jonathon Mead AO RAN, for the work […]
Deputy PM opens largest directed-energy range in Southern Hemisphere
Photo: Defence Connect Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles has officially opened the largest directed-energy test range in the Southern Hemisphere at AIM Defence’s directed-energy facility in Melbourne. Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles and Minister for Skills and Training Brendan O’Connor attended the opening event with AIM Defence representatives in the suburb of Derrimut on 18 […]
Taipan fleet grounded after helicopter ditches into NSW waters
Photo: Defence Connect The Australian Army’s MRH-90 fleet has been grounded after a Taipan multi-role helicopter ditched into NSW waters during a routine counterterrorism training exercise. The Australian Defence Force has temporarily paused the training activity and will ground the MRH-90 Taipan fleet while the cause of the incident is investigated. The helicopter reportedly suffered […]
Australian Defence Apparel announces partnership with Nova Systems
Photo: Defence Connect Australian Defence Apparel has announced a new partnership with engineering solutions company, Nova Systems, to meet future Defence uniform requirements. Under the new partnership, a clothing programs engineering support system and services clothing manual will be developed encompassing research, material sourcing, establishing user requirements, design and development, pattern making and grading, rapid […]
Brisbane maintenance centre officially opened by Northrop Grumman
Photo: Defence Connect The Brisbane Maintenance and Modification Centre has been officially opened by Queensland Deputy Premier Steven Miles and representatives of Northrop Grumman Australia. The new facility will become a major pillar for the sustainment of the Royal Australian Air Force’s aviation capability, after it was announced on 21 March. Northrop Grumman chief executive […]
Hanwha Defense Australia teams up with MMC Learning and Development for LAND 8116
Photo: Defence Connect MMCLD will provide computer-based training to support Hanwha Defense Australia’s delivery of AS9 and AS10 vehicles under LAND 8116 Protected Mobile Fires. Under the partnership, it is expected that MMC Learning and Development (MMCLD) will support the Hanwha Defense Australia training team to deliver a series of courses to the Commonwealth for […]