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Boeing Uncrewed Teaming Aircraft Advances Flight Testing
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- Written by Boeing Australia
- Category: Boeing
Australia , Nov 4, 2021 - Boeing [NYSE:BA] Australia has expanded its flight-test program of the Boeing Airpower Teaming System, with two aircraft successfully completing separate flight missions at the Woomera Range Complex recently.
QinetiQ launches global skills transfer program
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- Written by Jackie Appleyard
- Category: Defence Industry
QinetiQ has launched a global skills transfer program, aimed at expanding local Test & Evaluation (T&E) expertise to support increasingly complex projects in Australia.
QinetiQ’s new sovereign skills transfer program will leverage the defence contractor’s global Test & Evaluation and Range Management expertise, enhancing their ability to support increasingly complex T&E projects in Australia.
Aurecon and Ashurst form industry first advisory alliance in response to business leaders’ demand for complex risk solutions
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- Written by Danielle Bond
- Category: Aurecon
International design, engineering and advisory company Aurecon has announced an industry first alliance with global law firm Ashurst, offering integrated strategic, technical and legal expertise for business leaders facing a range of complex challenges, including the transition to net zero.
Aurecon CEO, William Cox, said that the first-of-its-kind alliance will seamlessly combine engineering, technical and legal advisory solutions to clients, bringing them the best of both worlds.
Rheinmetall and Intracom Defense join forces to cooperate in vehicle-based C4I systems
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- Written by Rheinmetall
- Category: Rheinmetall
Rheinmetall and Intracom Defense of Greece have agreed to cooperate closely in the field of vehicle-based C4I systems.
The two companies will coordinate their activities for joint development and marketing of a vehicle-based C4I system to jointly address the needs of their domestic and international markets. Both partners complement each other in ideal fashion: while Rheinmetall Electronics concentrates on command and communication systems for communication between vehicles and the chain of command, Intracom Defense is a globally acknowledged specialist for intercom systems that enable crewmembers to communicate with each other.
Rheinmetall and Thales to continue taking care of Tiger helicopter simulators in France and Germany
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- Written by Rheinmetall
- Category: Rheinmetall
Together with its partner Thales, Rheinmetall will continue to look after the helicopter simulators used for training crews of the Tiger attack helicopter. In summer 2021, a contract to this effect was awarded through OCCAR, the European procurement organization. This integrated service support contract, which for Rheinmetall represents sales in the low double-digit million-euro range, runs from 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2025.
Team Nova part of global team recognised for unique sea rescue project
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- Written by Jackie Appleyard
- Category: QINETIQ
QinetiQ Australia and Nova Systems are proud to be part of the team in line for a global award in the United States for building unique capability for the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) P-8A Poseidon aircraft in sea rescues.
New, highly effective UNI-PAC III water-activated containers developed by the team led by US-based Life Support International were supplied to the RAAF in August this year.
Lockheed Says LMXT Bridge Tanker’s Range and Refueling Gear Set It Apart
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- Written by John A. Tirpak
- Category: Lockheed Martin
Officially launching its bid to supply the Air Force’s KC-Y “bridge” tanker, Lockheed Martin said its solution would offer the service longer range and persistence than current tankers by virtue of the aircraft’s larger size. To sweeten the deal, if Lockheed Martin wins the KC-Y contest, Airbus will build A330 airliners, on which the LMXT is based, in the U.S. at the same location.
MilCIS 2021 Postponement Notification
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- Written by MilCIS
- Category: Defence Industry
With continuing outbreaks of the Delta variant of COVID-19 in major regions across the country, border closures still in effect, and a high level of uncertainty regarding allowable national travel in November, it has become evident that MilCIS 2021 can no longer be conducted as an in-person event in November, even in the reduced format we have planned for over the last 6 months.
Australia to Pursue Nuclear Attack Subs in New Agreement with U.S., U.K.
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- Written by Mallory Shelbourne and Sam LaGrone - UNSI
- Category: Department of Defence
As part of a new trilateral security arrangement between the U.S., U.K. and Australia – known as AUKUS – the U.S. and U.K. will support an Australian push to purchase nuclear-powered attack submarines for its fleet.
Nuclear-powered submarines are largely regarded as the most survivable weapon against the Chinese fleet in the South China Sea, where U.S. Navy and Marine Corps officials expect a potential conflict with Beijing could occur. Nuclear-powered boats can travel much longer distances and operate underwater for longer periods of time than conventionally-powered submarines, making them ideal for the vast distances in the Indo-Pacific.
In-Space Missions, a smallsat company, will be acquired by BAE Systems
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- Written by Adam Nowacki
- Category: BAE Systems
According to a press release issued on September 14, BAE Systems will buy In-Space Missions. This firm recently secured a contract to create a military satellite for the United Kingdom. BAE Systems has announced that it will purchase In-Space Missions to improve its ability to make small satellites for private and government customers. Either of the parties involved did not disclose the deal’s value.
The Australia-U.S. Ministerial Consultations Joint Statement: An Unbreakable Alliance for Peace and Prosperity
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- Written by Miniister for Foreign Affairs
- Category: Foreign Affairs
Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin hosted Minister for Foreign Affairs and Minister for Women Marise Payne and Minister for Defence Peter Dutton on September 16 in Washington D.C. for the 31st Australia-United States Ministerial Consultations (AUSMIN 2021).
Boeing and RMIT partner to build space manufacturing capability
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- Written by Boeing
- Category: Boeing
Australia’s space manufacturing capability will be significantly bolstered with the signing of an agreement to merge Boeing’s proven global expertise in space product development with RMIT’s world-leading advanced manufacturing research.
Rheinmetall new strategic partner of the Bundeswehr for deployed operations support – new line of business launched
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- Written by Oliver Hoffmann
- Category: Rheinmetall
The German Bundeswehr has awarded Rheinmetall a framework contract as part of its “Deployed Operations Support” project. The agreement was concluded in August 2021 with the Federal Office for Infrastructure, Environmental Protection and Bundeswehr Services (BAIUDBw). Germany’s armed forces will be able to count on a reliable partner to set up, operate and, when necessary, dismantle operational infrastructure.
Boeing partnership set to help transform the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and girls
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- Written by Karinne Cilento
- Category: Boeing
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) has partnered with Netball Queensland’s award-winning First Nations program, Diamond Spirit, to create performance and career pathways for young women and girls.
Diamond Spirit boosts the physical, emotional and cultural wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander female students in years 7 to 12, guiding them toward meaningful education outcomes – through the power of netball.
Aurora Labs to print marine components for Hunter class frigate program
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- Written by Navy Recognition
- Category: Defence Industry
According to a press release published by A3D on July 28, 2021, the firm is pleased to announce its engagement with BAE Systems Maritime Australia to print trial marine components for commercial evaluation for its Hunter Class Frigate Program (HCFP).
Silentium secures contract to deliver passive radar systems for Army
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Silentium Defence has secured a (AU) $7.4 million contract from the Department of Defence to supply its MAVERICK M-series passive radar system to the Australian Army for capability development and evaluation activities.
Camcopter has eyes in the sky during Talisman Sabre
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- Written by Lieutenant Commander Ryan Zerbe
- Category: Navy
Apart from an MH-60R helicopter, HMAS Ballarat also carries an S-100 Schiebel Camcopter, an unmanned aerial vehicle that offers enhanced surveillance capability at sea.
A small detachment from 822X Squadron at the Royal Australian Navy’s Fleet Air Arm is conducting trials with the 3.1-m long rotorcraft as part of Exercise Talisman Sabre (TS21).
BAE Systems Receives $117 Million Contract For Next-Gen LRASM Missile Seekers
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- Written by Naval News
- Category: BAE Systems
BAE Systems has received a $117 million contract from Lockheed Martin to produce next-generation missile seekers for the Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM).
The seeker technology enables LRASM to detect and engage specific maritime targets in contested environments with less dependence on traditional navigation systems. The next-generation seeker design reduces overall missile costs.
DoD Issues COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate for Military and Civilian Personnel
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- Written by KATE POLIT
- Category: USA
The Department of Defense (DoD) confirmed yesterday that all military members and civilian personnel will be required to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, or face regular testing and social distancing requirements.
The announcement came hours after President Biden issued a mandate for Federal employees and onsite contractors to get COVID-19 vaccinations and confirm their vaccination status.
Collins Aerospace to support next phase of Australia’s Land 17 Program
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- Written by Matt Brown
- Category: Defence Industry
Collins Aerospace has been awarded a contract to supply the next generation Digital Terminal Control Systems (DTCS) under the Australian Defence Land 17 Phase 2 program.
This is a follow on from the original Phase 1 program that Collins have been supporting for over 10 years. The DTCS is a targeting system utilised by Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTACs) and Joint Forward Observers (JFOs) to request and coordinate support missions delivered by land, sea or air platforms.
America Expeditionary Strike Group concludes participation in Talisman Sabre
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- Written by Lt. Cmdr. Sherrie A. Flippin, ESG-7
- Category: General
CORAL SEA- - USS America (LHA 6) Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG), after two weeks of large-scale multinational maritime operations and exercises alongside partner nations and allies, concluded Talisman Sabre 21, July 31.
During Talisman Sabre 21 the America ARG-MEU team integrated with the Royal Australian Navy, Royal Canadian Navy, Japan Maritime Self Defense Force, and Republic of Korea Navy for maritime operations further enhancing our ability to respond to crises as part of a joint or combined effort.