More about the nuclear submarine construction yard for South Australia
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South Australia nuclear submarine construction facility – next stage funding announced
AUKUS Forum : Multi-billion dollar funding for AUKUS submarines Following recent talks with President Trump, the Prime Minister today announced a new cash injection in a $30 billion shipyard that will build Australia’s nuclear submarines. The federal government says 5500 jobs will be created at the shipyard, with thousands more indirect roles stemming from the […]
Destroyer Capability Enhancement program – Hobart class destroyers
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Maritime Warfare training contract
Serco has secured the successful rebid and expansion of its contract to deliver maritime warfare training at HMAS Watson and HMAS Stirling. The program integrates advanced simulation technologies, synthetic warfare environments and AI supported scenario planning to prepare Navy personnel for the complex operational demands of modern maritime warfare. It draws on Serco’s specialist expertise […]
Launch of the 12th and final Mogami-class stealth frigate
The Japan Maritime Self‑Defense Force has launched the twelfth and final Mogami-class stealth frigate, marking the culmination of one of its most advanced surface combatant programs. This new class of frigates blends stealth design, modular mission capability, and cutting-edge sensors, significantly enhancing Japan’s maritime defense posture in the Indo-Pacific. An enhanced version of this ship […]
Hanwha gets nod from Australian Government to increase investment in Austal
Hanwha gained approval to invest in Austal as it seeks partnerships for naval shipbuilding DEC 12, 2025 Australia’s Treasurer Jim Chalmers said that the government has decided to let South Korea’s Hanwha Group increase its investment to become the largest investor in shipbuilder Austal. The reports said the government will place restrictions on the operations […]
US Navy cancels Constellation class frigate program
by Tom Kington Defense News Rome – US Navy nixes Constellation frigate program after two ships half-built The US Navy is cancelling its Constellation frigate program following months of cost overruns and delays but plans to keep two vessels that are already being built in Wisconsin. Australian defence observers cannot help but feel a sense […]
Vice Admiral Jonathan Mead to retire
Australia’s ‘no fail’ submarine mission set for shake-up as admiral in charge exits – Jane Norman 7th November The first boss of the Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) Vice Admiral (VADM) Jonathan Mead, has announced he will retire in mid-2026, one year before the first US nuclear-powered submarine is due to be deployed to Western Australia. […]
Indo Pac 2025 wrap
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IndoPacific Maritime Conference Day 1
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