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Developing links between industry and higher education
- Mark Abernethy
There are growing connections between research and commercialisation, aimed at boosting the local defence industry.
Local businesses benefitting from greater certainty
- Mark Abernethy
Australian defence contractors are reaping the benefits of increased certainty over defence procurement.
Hubs taking South Australia to new level in defence
- Mark Abernethy
Defence industry is becoming a global business, with even small companies able to contribute to large supply chains.
Huge maintenance program to support F-35
- Mark Abernethy
BAE Systems Australia is expecting the sustainment cost of the F-35 to be many times the cost of building it.
Army's plans for more and better tanks
- Mark Abernethy
The main battle tank is the core of the ability to engage in close combat: when you can actually see the enemy.
Military uniforms getting next-gen innovation
- Derek Parker
Australian Defence Apparel manufactures more than 500,000 uniforms across a range of contracts every year.
North Korean missile program adds to instability
- Derek Parker
The past few months has seen a ratcheting-up of the nuclear threat posed by North Korea and there are no solutions on the horizon.
ASX-listed AI firm wins major global deals
BrainChip will provide its human-like artificial intelligence technology to a major casino chain and to security agencies keen to spot terrorists before they strike.
Competitors turn to cooperation on FFG project
- Mark Abernethy
The Australian defence industry has earned a significant pat on the back through an international innovation award.
Local business winning key F-35 contracts
- Mark Abernethy
Australian industry is increasingly gaining access to the $US1.5 trillion F-35 project.