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Well worth the wait? Discussing the inconsistencies and focusing on delivering the most lethal Hunter Class frigate

November 27 2024
As a maritime nation, Australia depends on a lethal, survivable and robust naval capability, something the Hunter Class frigates will play a pivotal r...
Better luck this time: Australia hands over replacement Guardian Class to Fiji
The Australian government has handed over control of a new Guardian Class patrol boat, RFMF Timo, to the Republic of Fiji Navy.
November 25 2024
Then there were 2: Government announces general purpose frigate down-select contenders
Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles and Defence Industry and Capability Delivery Minister Pat Conroy have formally announced the two preferred...
November 25 2024
Government announces next-gen Army Landing Craft Heavy
Minister for Defence Industry and Capability Delivery Pat Conroy has announced the selection of the preferred option for the Australian Defence Force’s Landing Craft...
November 22 2024
Expert makes case for a formal Australian Coast Guard
Leading Australian naval and strategic policy expert Jennifer Parker, with the support of the Australian Naval Institute, has published a new issue paper titled Time for a...
November 22 2024
US Navy thanks Australian Defence Force for locating sunken WWII destroyer USS Edsall
The US government has thanked the Royal Australian Navy for efforts to locate sunken Clemson Class destroyer USS Edsall (DD-219).
November 14 2024
Thales and Exail selected to supply mine detection vehicles for the French Navy
Thales and Exail will supply an initial eight and an additional eight optional autonomous underwater vehicles under a contract with the French defence procurement agency.
November 12 2024
Training ship Mersey renamed in honour of first RAN Victoria Cross recipient
Australian Navy Cadets training ship Mersey has been renamed training ship Sheean in honour of the first and only Royal Australian Navy member awarded the Victoria Cross for...
November 12 2024
Mine hunter HMAS Gascoyne II makes final visit before decommissioning
Royal Australian Navy Huon Class mine hunter vessel HMAS Gascoyne (II) has made its final entry into Sydney Harbour as it prepares for decommissioning next month.
November 11 2024
NUSHIP Arafura completes sea trials off Adelaide coast
Arafura Class offshore patrol vessel NUSHIP Arafura has completed sea trials off the Adelaide coast, according to manufacturer Luerssen Australia.
November 08 2024