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Missiles for ANZAC Ship Helicopters

Eight ANZAC frigates are being built by Tenix Defence Systems. The first has entered service and the remainder will be delivered over the next several years.
Initially the ships will be fitted with a basic suite of equipment, allowing for more advanced equipment in the future with minimal disruption. A series of upgrades are already in progress including capability to fire Harpoon anti-ship missiles, acquisition of Super Seasprite helicopters to embark on the ships, and additional self-defence capabilities.
As a key element in this progressive upgrade, Penguin anti-ship missiles will be purchased for the Super Seasprite helicopters. These missiles will provide a potent strike capability, particularly in coastal waters, and will allow strikes against other ships while the ANZAC frigate remains safely out of range of a response. Penguin will complement the open ocean longer-ranged Harpoon missile which is carried by other ADF ships, aircraft and submarines.
The Penguin missiles will enter service early next decade in conjunction with the introduction of Super Seasprite helicopters.

Artists Impression of the Super Seasprite

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