DroneShield has appointed Michael Powell as Chief Operating Officer.

The Australian Government to establish a national network of Australian universities to accelerate research and development and build the future work force essential for a sustainable Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance Enterprise.

Thales Australia has now completed a new left-hand drive variant of the Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicle, continuing the evolution of the Australian designed and built vehicle.

Babcock, in partnership with the Royal New Zealand Navy and Defence Logistics Command, has completed a large maintenance package on the Anzac-class frigate HMNZS Te Mana.

Airbus and Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency have concluded a HTeaming flight campaign at a Singapore airbase.

Honeywell has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with LIG Nex1 to explore opportunities for future collaboration on the development and commercialisation of solutions for the unmanned aerial vehicle market.

Electro Optic Systems has opened its new Singapore facility, establishing a regional hub for the manufacturing, integration and testing of high energy laser capability for regional and international customers.

When Navy veteran Alex Hale was struck by a car and paralysed from the waist down, the future felt uncertain. The accident disrupted every routine, assumption and plan he and his family had in place.

Concepts for a next-generation air warfare replacement for the Royal Navy’s Type 45 Daring-class destroyers are already being scoped by BAE Systems, and Australian input is contributing to their possible design and capabilities | Julian Kerr

Myriota has appointed George Kanuck as Chief Operating Officer.

In a (hypothetical) conflict of the not-too-distant future, an enemy naval task group approaches the Australian mainland intent on launching what they anticipate will be devastating missile strikes on military bases and civil infrastructure | Max Blenkin

As we head into 2026, it’s time to look at the Defence projects we can expect will provide important updates and perhaps even tangible deliverables during the year | Grant McHerron

Defence is to sell off a good portion of its vast property estate, using proceeds to fund personnel and new capabilities | Max Blenkin

Leonardo has signed a Letter of Intent with PT ESystem Solutions Indonesia and the Indonesian Ministry of Defence, for cooperating on the supply and support of the Leonardo M-346 F “Block 20” aircraft.

All the ADM coverage from the Singapore Airshow and Space Summit 2026.

Japan’s Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency has awarded a contract to Japanese AI tech startup Abeja for an intensive study on self-driving AI technology | Corey Lee Bell