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Government welcomes ANAO Report into Future Submarine Program Competitive Evaluation Process 28

The Turnbull Government has today welcomed the findings of the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) report on the Future Submarine Competitive Evaluation Process. Minister for Defence Industry said the ANAO Report has independently verified that Defence effectively designed and implemented a…

Naval Shipbuilding Projects Pave the Way for Industry in Tasmania

Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP, today announced an additional Naval Shipbuilding Industry briefing will be held in Launceston on 3 May 2017. Minister Pyne said this event followed on from the success of industry briefings held across regional Australia in March. The…

Australia celebrates manufacturing milestone for global F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Program

Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP, has joined Rockwell Collins Australia at its facility in Sydney to witness the production of its 100th Optical Assembly for the F-35 electro-optic distributed aperture system (DAS). The DAS is a multifunction infrared system providing…

$10 Million to defeat improvised threats

Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP, today announced a $10 million investment program inviting researchers to develop innovative solutions to defeat improvised threats. Minister Pyne said the widespread availability of low-cost, sophisticated technology is enabling our…

Nominations open for innovation awards

Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP, has welcomed awards to recognise and reward Australian companies and individuals at the forefront of naval and commercial maritime innovation. Nominations are open for the Maritime Australia Industry Innovation Awards, which will be…

Historic milestone for Australia's shipbuilding program

Australia's national shipbuilding program achieved a major milestone today of 'cutting steel' for the first replacement Pacific Patrol Boat (PPB) in Western Australia. Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP, attended the historic ceremony at HD Plasma and Laser Cutting Services…

DCNS shows further support for Australian industry

Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP, today welcomed the signing of DCNS Australian industry participation agreement. Minister Pyne said the agreement with Defence Materials Technology Centre (DMTC) highlights DCNS’s commitment to ensuring Australian industry participation in…

HERCULES armoured recovery vehicles delivered

Defence has bought six new M88A2 HERCULES armoured recovery vehicles, marking an important milestone for Army. Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP said the delivery of the HERCULES (Heavy Equipment Recovery Combat Utility Lift and Evacuation System) vehicles is critical to…

Statement - Retirement of Dennis Richardson AO

Mr Dennis Richardson AO has dedicated his life to promoting Australia’s interests both at home and abroad. He has been a trusted adviser to Australian Governments for almost five decades. Dennis’ professionalism and integrity are the very embodiment of the spirit that has driven the Australian…

Australian Satellites Head for Space

Minister for Defence Industry the Hon Christopher Pyne MP; today announced Australian satellites were on the successful launch of a re-supply mission to the International Space Station (ISS). Biarri Point is a satellite developed by the United States, which as part of its payload has GPS…

Electronic Warfare Simulation Equips Sailors and Submariners to Project Fleets

In a collaborative project with Australian industry, the Royal Australian Navy is extending its use of simulation in training to ensure future electronic warfare sailors are equipped with the most advanced skills to successfully fight at sea. Navy is planning to deploy a common electronic warfare…

First deliveries of Defence's new generation aviation refueling vehicles

Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP, today announced that three new aviation refuelling vehicles have been delivered to RAAF Base Amberley. Minister Pyne said these are the first of 100 vehicles to be delivered by Victorian company, Refuel International, which was awarded…