Australia

Australia, Austal Sign Additional Guardian Patrol Boat Contract

Australia awards Austal $15.2 million contract for added Guardian patrol boat to support the government’s Pacific Maritime Security Program.

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US Approves $6.35 Billion Aircraft Sale to Australia

The US on Wednesday announced the approval of a potential $6.35 billion sale of 24 C-130J-30 transport aircraft to Australia.

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BAE to Provide Periscope Support for Australian Collins Submarines

The Royal Australian Navy has tapped BAE Systems to provide in-service periscope support for its six Collins-class submarines.

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BAE Systems to Upgrade Australia’s Hobart-Class Destroyers

Australia inked a $155-million contract with BAE Systems to enhance the defense capabilities of the Royal Navy’s Hobart-class destroyers.

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Australia Trains 200 Filipino Soldiers to Boost Interoperability

The Australian Defence Force held a two-month skills exercise to train over 200 Filipino soldiers on various military operations.

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Australia to Provide Ukraine With Additional Bushmasters

Australia has confirmed the delivery of 30 additional Bushmaster protected mobility vehicles to Ukrainian forces.

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Australia Seeks Avionics Upgrade on C-27J Spartans Fleet

Australia has awarded Leonardo a contract to provide avionics upgrades on its C-27J Spartan light tactical aircraft.

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Lockheed to Upgrade 12 Australian Seahawk Helicopters

The Royal Australian Navy has contracted Lockheed Martin subsidiary Sikorsky to modify 12 MH-60R Seahawk helicopters.

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Former US Fighter Pilot Who Worked in China Arrested in Australia

Australia has arrested a former US Marine Corps fighter pilot who worked in China following a request from Washington, officials said.

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Babcock to Upgrade Australia’s High Frequency Communications System

Australia has tapped the services of Babcock to equip its armed forces with an upgraded high-frequency communications system.

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