Tag: Royal Australian Navy’s

Kongsberg Wins First Export Orders for Australian-Made NSM Launchers

Kongsberg Defence Australia has achieved a historic milestone by securing the first international export contracts for Australian-made NSM launchers, marking a significant breakthrough in Australia’s defense manufacturing industry. These groundbreaking Australian-made NSM launchers represent the first Naval Strike Missile launcher systems manufactured outside of Europe and the United States, demonstrating Australia’s emerging capabilities in advanced […]

Anduril’s Unmanned Submarine Reaches New Milestone

Anduril Industries has achieved a remarkable milestone in maritime autonomous technology with its Dive-XL Extra-Large Autonomous Undersea Vehicle (XL-AUV), completing an unprecedented 100-hour single voyage. This achievement represents a significant leap forward in underwater autonomous vehicle capabilities, signaling a potential transformation in maritime operations and defense strategies. Unprecedented Endurance The Dive-XL’s record-breaking performance sets the […]

Australia Signs $1.4B Deal to Upgrade Collins-Class Submarines

The Australian government has announced a significant investment in its naval capabilities, signing a A$2.2 billion ($1.4 billion) contract with state-owned submarine builder ASC to upgrade the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins-class submarines. This four-year sustainment contract represents a major commitment to maintaining and enhancing Australia’s current submarine fleet. The A$2.2 billion contract will span four […]