By the time these words are read, the third of six Arafura-class Offshore Patrol Vessels will have been launched at Civmec’s yard at Henderson in Western Australia | Gregor Ferguson

Senetas and Nokia have announced a strategic alliance to deliver joint capabilities specifically designed for mission-critical network environments. 

Babcock International and Hamilton-based tech firm, Company-X, have signed an agreement to have New Zealand-made virtual reality training technology reach defence forces around the world. 

Fincantieri and the US Navy have reached an agreement that will provide for reshaping the future of the Constellation-class Program. 

A Royal Australian Navy clearance diving team has led underwater maintenance work on Virginia-class fast attack submarine USS Vermont while alongside at HMAS Stirling.

The US Navy has cancelled plans for the next four frigates under the Constellation-class Frigate Program. They had begun procuring the Constellation-class frigates in 2020, and a total of six were procured through 2024 | Kirra Davey

DroneShield has received a follow-on contract for $5.2 million from an in-country European reseller, that is contractually required to distribute the products to a European military customer.

Six space startups have graduated from the University of South Australia’s 2025 Venture Catalyst Space accelerator program.

In the era of Mogami-class frigates and nuclear-powered submarines, the Australian Maritime College has more to offer than meets the eye | Kirra Davey

Arican Advisory and Capital, an Australian defence industry consulting firm, has announced the opening of its new United States’ office in the heartland of the American defence industry - Denver, Colorado. 

Saab Australia has signed up as the newest industry partner to an Australia-first initiative, blending university study with practical workplace training to support South Australia’s growing defence sector.

Nioa has signed a new long-term small arms support contract with the Australian Department of Defence.

Defence company Electro Optic Systems has added a kamikaze drone to its counter-uncrewed aerial systems portfolio | Max Blenkin

Saab Australia and maritime electronics company Wright Technologies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding regarding defence and maritime opportunities in New Zealand.

The endorsement of Nova Systems’ first Completion Centre in Europe has been announced through a strategic Teaming Agreement with Air Lloyd Aerotechnics. 

The Australian Defence Force says it’s aware of the potential threats to undersea data cables linking Australia to the rest of the world and is considering what can be done | Max Blenkin