The Commonwealth government has formally revealed the long awaited winner of the multi-billion dollar LAND 400 Phase 3 program which will transform the Army’s combined arms combat capabilities. Defence Connect can reveal that Hanwha Defense Australia has been successful in their bid to provide the Australian Army with a fleet of 129 infantry fighting vehicles […]
Australia; RAAF orders 20 C-130J Hercules transporters
On June 23, 2023, the Australian Government announced the acquisition of 20 C-130J Hercules aircraft for $9.8 billion to bolster the capabilities of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). The decision aims to modernize and enhance the Air Force’s air transport capabilities, ensuring it is well-equipped to meet future challenges. The newly purchased C-130J Hercules […]
New Zealand; Army commissions first Bushmaster 5.5 APCs
The Bushmaster 5.5 armored vehicle will bring a powerful and versatile asset within the New Zealand Army. Developed by Thales Australia, this armored vehicle offers a range of features and benefits that will make it a critical component in New Zealand’s military operations. The Bushmaster 5.5 is renowned for its exceptional protection and mobility. It […]
Australia; RAAF receives 3 Spanish designed deployable radars
The Spanish company has delivered three systems developed in collaboration with the local firm Daronmont The Australian Air Force (RAAF) has just incorporated three new transportable air traffic management and control systems from Spain’s Indra that will reinforce its capacity for rapid deployment and airspace management anywhere in the world. Indra’s systems will make it […]
Australia; US approves Tomahawk cruise missile sale
According to information published by the US Government on March 17, 2023, the State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Australia of Tomahawk Block V and Block IV All Up Rounds (AUR) and related equipment for an estimated cost of $895 million. The Government of Australia […]
Australia; Israeli MRAP maker to set up a local subsidiary
Israeli Plasan Sasa announced on March 13 its intention to increase its commitment to the Australian defence industry and to establish a local subsidiary in Australia to be named “Plasan-Australia” which will aim to support its local partners and the projects that Plasan is involved with in Australia in the best possible way, to support […]
Australia; Army orders 255 FGM-148F Javelin antitank missiles from US
The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency on March 7 announced that the State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Australia of FGM-148F Javelin missiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $60.18 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of […]
Australia; MoD joins NATO / OCCAR MU-90 Torpedo program
According to information published by OCCAR on March 1, 2023, after signature by the Nations of the Program Decision and Memorandum of Understanding, the OCCAR-EA Director Joachim Sucker and the Director of EuroTorp Giovanni Oliveri signed the contract for the In-Service Support of the Light Weight Torpedo (LWT) MU90. The LWT Programme covers In-Service Support […]
Australia; RAAF upgrades EA-18G Growlers
Vital upgrades to the Royal Australian Air Force’s fleet of electronic aircraft and associated ranges will strengthen Australia’s electronic attack capability. The EA-18G Growler capability is being overhauled through Project AIR 5349 Phase 6 – Advanced Growler, providing the Air Force with critical world-leading technology. The electronic attack aircraft is capable of disrupting, deceiving or […]
Australia; MoD orders 40 U.S. Black Hawk helicopters to replace European MRH90.
Australia confirmed on Wednesday it would buy 40 Black Hawk military helicopters from the United States for an estimated A$2.8 billion ($1.96 billion), finalising a sale signed off by the U.S. State Department last August. The Lockheed Martin Corp (LMT.N) UH-60M Black Hawks will replace the Army’s fleet of MRH-90 Taipan choppers, which have been […]