Defence company Thales has unveiled a new large uncrewed vehicle able to transport 10 tonnes of cargo and deliver power to operate remote installations such as a hospital or a radar system | Max Blenkin

This video summary covers news about Arafura OPVs being homeported at Cairns and Boeing being awarded the USN's F/A-XX 6th generation fighter program.

In the continuing war of drones versus defensive systems, it’s entirely possible to shoot down an Iranian Shahed worth maybe $50,000 with a Patriot PAC-3 missile costing upwards of US $4 million | Max Blenkin

USA - American Empire

American power today echoes the kingdoms of Europe, the Mongol khans, and even the emperors of Rome.

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Defence space safety developments

The Defence Space Safety Program is supporting the ADF’s activities in space while ensuring commanders and managers have the flexibility that is essential for Defence operations | Grant McHerron

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Playing the numbers game

Australian technology companies are increasingly finding they need volume to make manufacturing efficient and profitable and R&D affordable | Gregor Ferguson

Northrop Grumman develops next generation gyroscopes

The development of Northrop Grumman’s next generation gyroscopes has been supported by the Hollow Core Optical Fibre Fabrication project.

Thales shortlisted for Western Defence Forge

Thales Australia has been named as one of five prospective anchor tenants for the Western Defence Forge, using its experience in enduring advanced manufacturing, guided weapons and explosive ordnance to work with the WA Government.

AXT & Stärke-AMG sign manufacturing agreement

AXT has announced the signing of a Heads of Agreement with Stärke-AMG’s Additive Division.

Anduril announces new shipyard for Virginia class components

Arsenal-2, a new software-defined shipyard backed by a $3.7 billion private capital investment by Anduril Industries, will manufacture critical components for the Virginia-class submarine.

Rheinmetall and Praetorian Aeronautics deliver new counter-UAS system

Rheinmetall has partnered with Australian company Praetorian Aeronautics to deliver a containerised counter-UAS system.

ADM Podcast 188 - Scaling C-UAS capabilities with Praetorian Aeronautics

In this episode, Grant McHerron talks with Brett Hill, CEO and founder of Praetorian Aeronautics about scaling up counter uncrewed aerial systems capabilities and their partnership with Rheinmetall Defence Australia.

Hanwha and Milrem Robotics to cooperate on UGVs

Hanwha Defence Australia (HDA) and Milrem Robotics are expanding their cooperation in uncrewed ground systems.

SYPAQ launches Corvo Vipera

SYPAQ Systems has launched the Corvo Vipera, a compact, tube-launched Small Uncrewed Aerial System.

L3Harris to deliver new C2 for Bushmasters

Defence has contracted L3Harris Technologies to deliver an advanced command and control suite for Army Bushmaster vehicles | Max Blenkin

Schiebel prepared to re-offer Camcopter to RAN

Back in mid-2024, the government pulled the plug on Schiebel S-100 Camcopter, even though the capability operated from warships with zero issues. Two years on, Schiebel is hoping the divorce isn’t final.

Rosebank Engineering joins Black Hawk sustainment network

Rosebank Engineering is joining the Black Hawk sustainment network under a proposed new open agreement.

Land Forces 2026: Day 1 Coverage

Welcome back to ADM's rolling coverage of Land Forces 2026. This story will be updated throughout the day as our team of journalists unpack the latest news and developments coming out of the show.

Nioa and Macrodyne Technologies explore munitions manufacturing

Nioa has partnered with North American advanced manufacturing specialist Macrodyne Technologies to explore munitions manufacturing opportunities in Australia.