The Australian Ministry of Defence has published draft legislation that seeks to make it easier for Australia and its AUKUS allies the United States and the United Kingdom exchange information on advanced technologies. The bill’s summary reveals Australia’s agenda of establishing an export license-free system to support industry, higher education and research advancements among the...
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Australia Signs infosec Deal With European Partners
Australia has signed the Security Agreement on the Protection of Classified Information under the Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation, according to a joint media release Tuesday from Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles and Minister for Defence Pat Conroy. The pact opens classified information exchange between Australia and the European intergovermental organization, known by its...
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AUKUS Maneuvers Test Warfare Capabilities of Uncrewed Undersea Vessels
The AUKUS alliance of Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States has tested the warfare capabilities of their new uncrewed underwater vessels and related equipment and personnel. According to a news release from the Department of Defense, the naval maneuvers included the launch of the new Australian Defence Vessel Guidance, which featured a range...
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U.S. Reaffirms Commitment to Develop Resilient, Secure Infrastructure in Pacific
Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. representative to the United Nations, has reaffirmed the American government’s commitment to the Pacific Islands’ sustainable development goals, which include building resilient and secure infrastructure. The ambassador made the pledge during the Pacific Islands Forum held in the Cook Islands, where she met with regional leaders and entrepreneurs. Enhancing digital connectivity...
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Northrop Says Initial Flight Confirms Australia’s MQ-4C Triton Ready for 2024 Delivery
Northrop Grumman has completed the first flight of Australia’s MQ-4C Triton unmanned aerial vehicle at its Palmdale Aircraft Integration Center in California. The initial flight conducted airworthiness assessments, covering engine, flight control and fuel system checks, and basic aircraft handling tests, the company said. According to Northrop, the flight test confirmed that the UAV is...
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US, Australia Cyber Agencies Introduce Guide for Small Businesses Recovering From Cyberattacks
U.S. and Australian cyber agencies issued new resources that businesses could use to recover following a cyberattack. On Monday, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Australian Cyber Security Centre unveiled the Business Continuity in a Box, a set of instructions for organizations that have become victims of a cyber incident. The Business Continuity in...
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Australia Establishes Defence Digital Group to Strengthen ICT Capabilities
The Australian Defence Force has established a new group to oversee Australia’s digital information and communications capabilities. According to Chris Crozier, chief information officer of the Australian federal government, the formation of the Defence Digital Group to replace the Chief Information Officer Group is a step forward in aligning the ADF’s information and communication posture and structure...
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US Navy Official Says Australia Could Get First Virginia-Class Sub in 2032
The United States will deliver Virginia-class submarines to Australia starting in 2032 under the trilateral AUKUS security agreement, according to Vice Adm. Bill Houston, commander of Naval Submarine Forces. Speaking to reporters at the Naval Submarine League on Tuesday, Houston revealed that Australia will receive at least three submarines throughout the 2030s. Following the initial...
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BAE Systems Partner With Australian SMEs to Support Hunter Class Frigate Program
BAE Systems Australia is working with small and medium enterprises to build local workforce capability to support the Hunter-class frigate program. As part of its commitment to develop Australian Industry Capability, the company is taking part in “Targeted Tasks” in which participating SMEs are assigned specific work scopes that enable knowledge transfer. The tasks may include large-scale...
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Australia’s Silentium Defence Completes Lockheed Martin’s 12-Month Mentorship Program
Australian tech company Silentium Defence has completed the Lockheed Martin Mentor Protégé Program, a project designed to help small innovative businesses advance their technical and operational capabilities. Lockheed Martin Australia confirmed that Silentium Defence finished the MPP, with LMA’s Office of Australian Industrial Participation sponsoring the company’s participation in the development program. Under the 12-month...