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Preparing to Fight Tonight

Mark Ayton reports on the posture and preparedness of the US 7th Air Force headquartered at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, to deter aggressive actions potentially undertaken by North Korea | Mark Ayton

On May 23 ADM interviewed Sayako Sumomo, Director of the International Cooperation Division of ATLA’s Department of Equipment Policy, to discuss why the Mogami bid is being viewed with such significance in Japan | Corey Lee Bell

Twenty years ago, China was but a distant threat, Russia’s imperial ambitions hadn’t yet manifested and Australia’s engagement in Iraq and Afghanistan was beginning while East Timor was winding down | Max Blenkin

Despite persistent warnings from both Coalition and Labor governments that Australia’s strategic environment is deteriorating, the Labor government has lost another opportunity to adequately fund defence for the challenges ahead | Max Blenkin

Japanese officials have entered into discussions with Sydney-based, unmanned ocean surveillance system producer, Ocius, during the DSEI Japan 2025 defence and security exhibition | Corey Lee Bell

Australian flight simulator producer Ryan Aerospace is optimistic that the firm’s cost competitiveness, record of success and development strategy will help the company expand its presence in the Japanese market | Corey Lee Bell

QPE constructs manufacturing facility

Construction has begun on a precision manufacturing facility at QPE Advanced Machining which it is hoped, will enable the company to participate in large precision machining and manufacturing projects with Defence and prime contractors supporting AUKUS.

BAE Systems Australia tests Automated Turret System

BAE Systems Australia’s automated turret system for ATLAS CCV autonomous combat vehicle has been test fired. 

Babcock Australasia Introduces Advanced Helmet Technology

Babcock Australasia has introduced helmet technology across its key rescue contracts, with the hope of enhancing crew safety and strengthening situational awareness during high-risk aviation operations.

Embraer establishes Indian subsidiary

Brazilian aerospace and defence major, Embraer has announced the establishment of a fully owned Indian subsidiary.

Babcock services first Arafura Offshore Patrol Vessel

Babcock Australasia has expanded its servicing portfolio to include Arafura-class Offshore Patrol Vessels, which reinforces its place as the Regional Maintenance Provider West.

HDA appoints new Managing Director

Hanwha Defence Australia has appointed Ben Hudson as Managing Director. His new position will be effective from 2 June. 

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and Saab Australia partner on naval collaboration

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Saab Australia. This agreement aims to explore opportunities for collaboration on the MEKO A-200 frigate platform.

Aerobond to help manufacture Kongsberg missile launcher

Aerobond has officially passed First Article Inspection and is ready to commence full-scale manufacturing of key components for the Kongsberg Naval Strike Missile launcher. 

Greentide Target Solutions collaborates with Army

Greentide Target Solutions has announced its collaboration with the Australian Army during the upcoming Exercise Predator’s Run, by supplying a suite of training targets for evaluation.

DSTA and DefendTex sign robotics and munitions MOU

Defence Science and Technology Agency and DefendTex have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to investigate collaborative opportunities in platform-launched drones, munitions safety, and novel unmanned vehicle concept of operations.

Government appoints Marsh to Maritime Insurance Program

Marsh has been appointed by the Australian Government to the Maritime Insurance Program, which comprises all aspects of Australia’s naval shipbuilding, sustainment and modernisation activities.

Birdon awarded US Marine Corps Program

Birdon has been awarded a contract by the US Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory to build two prototype vessels to demonstrate its Ancillary Surface Connector-Medium design.