AllODIS Update
The Office of Defence Industry Support (ODIS) provides a seamless experience for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to engage with Defence. ODIS is the trusted link for Australian SMEs looking to enter or expand their footprint in the Defence industry. The core function of ODIS, through its industry engagement teams around Australia, is to provide […]
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 […]
Australian rockets could power US launches, says NASA
Photo: Space Connect NASA’s most senior leader has said that Australian rockets could one day be used to power one of its own missions. Administrator Bill Nelson told the National Press Club in Canberra on Thursday that the AUKUS agreement would also have knock-on effects for improving collaboration between the two countries on space. “You’re […]
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 […]