AllNavy set for major shake-up, just in a couple of months’ time
The Albanese government has released its long-awaited Defence Strategic Review, with major impacts across the Australian Defence Force, yet Navy is set for another review to shape its future force structure. As an island nation, Australia’s sovereignty, security, and prosperity is intrinsically linked to our maritime surrounds and the uncontested and unmolested access to […]
Germany places huge $8.5bn order for 60 Chinooks
Germany will acquire 60 CH-47F Block II Chinook heavy-lift cargo helicopters in a possible foreign military sale approved by the US State Department for around US$8.5 billion. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) notified the US Congress of the possible foreign military sale on 11 May. The sale includes the helicopters, as well […]
Thistlethwaite unveils counter-drone 30mm cannon
Assistant Minister for Defence Matt Thistlethwaite has officially launched an Australian-made counter-drone, the “Slinger” 30mm cannon. Minister Thistlethwaite made the announcement at the Electro Optic Systems (EOS) Defence Systems manufacturing facility in Canberra on 12 May. EOS Defence Systems executive vice-president Matt Jones said EOS was excited to launch the Slinger in response […]
Prime Minister Unveils DECO Australia’s New Testing Laboratory
Prime Minister Unveils DECO Australia’s New Testing Laboratory DECO’s new Testing Laboratory and the DECO Innovation Centre were officially opened today by the Prime Minister of Australia, the Hon Anthony Albanese MP. The newly NATA-accredited laboratory and award-winning display centre showcases the exceptional investment the family-owned Australian manufacturer of premium aluminium building products […]