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NIOA ballistics testing tech a gamechanger

NIOA’s weapons experts and engineers set up the new ballistics testing equipment (above) before analysing the data which they say takes projectile accuracy diagnostics to the next level. Cutting edge ballistics data acquisition technology, capable of measuring real-time projectile velocity and location will be a gamechanger in weapon and ammunition performance testing, says NIOA’s top […]

EOS confirms first Slinger exports to Ukraine

Australian-made 30mm weapon systems are being sent to Ukraine as part of a US security assistance package announced earlier this year. Three “Slinger” light-weight 30mm cannon system, made by Canberra-based Electro Optic Systems Defence Systems, have been ordered for use on “30mm gun trucks” announced by the US Department of Defense earlier this year on 4 April. […]

Unmanned ground vehicles to see combat in Ukraine

Ukrainian officials have announced plans to develop and deploy unmanned ground vehicles in the Ukraine War. The country will prioritise the creation of unmanned logistics platforms for the evacuation of injured troops and delivery of provisions or ammunition to high-risk conflict areas, according to Ukrainian Deputy Minister of Defense Volodymyr Gavrylov. Development of unmanned ground […]

ASCA RFI regarding sovereign UAS and trusted autonomy capabilities

The Advanced Strategic Capabilities Accelerator (ASCA) is calling on Australian industry and research providers to submit responses to a Request for Information (RFI) regarding sovereign un-crewed aerial systems (UAS) and trusted autonomy capabilities. Defence seeks to support this sovereign industrial capability, particularly focussing on small, general-purpose systems that can be produced at scale. Responses to […]

Japan has the guts to call a spade, a spade

Japan doesn’t mess around or mix words in their newest Defense of Japan 2023 white paper. It’s crystal clear from the recently released strategy document that the country is pursuing new priorities in long-distance counter-defence, proactive diplomacy, and increased defence spending. It’s also obvious that those priorities are aimed at concerns it has about China, […]

Saab deployable health modules accepted by Commonwealth

Saab Australia has delivered 131 separate modules under JP 2060 Phase 3 to the Commonwealth and are now scheduled for testing by Defence. Officially achieving Contract Material Release 1, the 131 separate modules which range from deployable surgical modules to training equipment, will be tested by Defence on the road to initial operating capability scheduled […]

Capagility signs on to provide ADF engine management

The Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group has signed a contract with Australian-owned and operated Capagility to provide expert advice to the Australian Defence Force about military aircraft engine management. Under the initial three-year agreement, an Aerospace Propulsions Centre of Expertise (APCoE) will be established to manage the fleet and provide advice on efficiently managing military aircraft […]

HMAS ANZAC Conducts Exercise Lumbas 2023 in the Philippines

Philippine Navy bilateral Exercise Lumbas has drawn to a close in Subic Bay with Anzac Class frigate HMAS Anzac taking part during a regional presence deployment. ​ The crews of Philippine Navy ship BRP Conrado Yap and Anzac joined for the five-day exercise, which was a valuable opportunity to train together. ​ Royal Australian Navy […]

Redback, industrial diversification, nation building and the opportunities

Much of the commentary surrounding the success of Hanwha’s Redback family of infantry fighting vehicles in the lucrative LAND 400 program has directly focused on the capability to be delivered to Army, and rightfully so, but the opportunities go far beyond that. Despite the ongoing debate around the global handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, for […]

SA firm wins $2.5m Defence cyber deal

An Adelaide-based firm has won a $2.5 million contract with the Department of Defence to improve Australia’s cyber security in space. The agreement will see CyberOps build a “world-class” cyber testing and training facility in South Australia that will educate hundreds of people. It will also provide the ability to test new space hardware and […]

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