Shane Reti, minister of science, innovation and technology, has unveiled a $1.35 million discovery phase to determine the potential of developing and deploying a national quantum technologies platform designed to generate jobs, foster partnerships and strengthen New Zealand’s economy. “Quantum technology underpins breakthroughs in computing, secure communications, and sensing and measurement – areas that can transform...
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Australia Awards Boeing Contracts to Advance Ghost Bat CCA
Australia has committed approximately $929.3 million to expand the development and production of the MQ-28A Ghost Bat. The investment includes new contracts with Boeing Defence Australia to deliver additional aircraft and accelerate upgrades to the unmanned platform, the Australian government said Tuesday. The latest awards cover six operational Block 2 aircraft and development of an...
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Australia Reinforces Collins Class Sustainment Effort at Third Product of Concern Summit
Australia held its third Product of Concern Summit in Canberra, as part of efforts to enhance the sustainment of the Collins-class submarine fleet. The meeting was led by Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy, joined by Finance Minister Katy Gallagher and other senior government and industry leaders, the Office of the Minister for Defence Industry said Monday....
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Google’s Planned Christmas Island Data Center Could Bolster Australia’s Defense, Experts Say
Google is building a data center on Australia’s Christmas Island, according to documents and local officials cited by a new Reuters report. Although many details remain undisclosed, defense experts say a data hub on the island, which is located 350 km south of Indonesia, could enhance Australia’s ability to monitor Chinese submarine and naval activity...
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Four Defense Firms Partner to Develop Combat Systems for Australia’s SSN-AUKUS Submarines
Four leading defense contractors signed a memorandum of understanding Wednesday to collaborate in the battle toolkit development for Australia’s future SSN-AUKUS nuclear-powered submarines. Under the MOU, BAE Systems, Raytheon Australia, General Dynamics Mission Systems and Thales will form an AUKUS Combat Systems Collaborative Team to design, manufacture and integrate the advanced fighting systems envisioned for...
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Anduril Launches Sydney Factory as First Ghost Shark AUV Rolls Out of Production
Anduril Industries celebrated a dual milestone with the production of the first Ghost Shark autonomous submarine and the official launch of its advanced manufacturing plant in Sydney, Australia. What Is Ghost Shark? The inaugural Ghost Shark extra-large autonomous underwater vehicle completed its production run ahead of schedule. It is now slated for immediate sea acceptance...
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Trump, Albanese Unveil New US-Australia Strategic Partnership on Critical Minerals, Defense, Technology
President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have unveiled a suite of landmark agreements to strengthen the strategic and economic partnership between the United States and Australia. Investments in Critical Minerals Under the partnership, both nations will invest over $3 billion over the next six months to advance critical mineral projects. The Export-Import...
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Accenture, Capgemini Lead in Australian Public Sector Digital Transformation: ISG Report
Accenture and Capgemini have emerged as the top-performing service providers in Australia’s public sector technology market, earning leadership positions across all four categories of the 2025 ISG Provider Lens Public Sector Services and Solutions report. The annual study by Information Services Group evaluates 34 providers supporting government digital transformation. The report highlights strong modernization momentum...
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Australia Expands Space Control Capabilities Under Concept SELENE
Australia’s Space Command is developing new space control capabilities to strengthen national defense and regional security, according to Army Brig. Gen. Christopher Gardiner, space and cyber attaché at the Australian Embassy in Washington, D.C. Gardiner made the remarks during an online interview with the U.S. Air & Space Forces Association, noting that the effort aligns...
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General Dynamics Wins Potential $230M AUKUS Contract for Submarine Weapon Launch Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems has secured an $18.2 million contract to support the AUKUS trilateral security partnership by developing, maintaining and delivering the Common Weapon Launcher and Multi-Tube Weapon Simulator. The five-year agreement includes options that could bring the total contract value to $230 million. Under the contract, Progeny Systems, a GDMS business, will lead...