Australia boosts defence capabilities with $1.7 billion investment in advanced weapons

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is set to receive a significant boost in its strike capabilities as the Albanese Government commits more than $1.7 billion to acquire some of the most advanced and potent weapons systems available.

Long-range strike missiles and guided weapons play a pivotal role in enhancing the ADF’s capacity to deploy powerful strikes and maintain a strategic advantage against potential adversaries over extended distances. To establish and enhance this critical capability, the government has taken decisive steps to acquire advanced weaponry.

180918-N-VG727-1129 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 18, 2018) A tomahawk cruise missile launches from the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Shoup (DDG 86) for a live-fire exercise during Valiant Shield 2018. Valiant Shield is a U.S. only, biennial field training exercise (FTX) with a focus on integration of joint training in a blue-water environment among U.S. forces. This training enable real-world proficiency in sustaining joint forces through detecting, locating, tracking, and engaging units at sea, in the air, on land, and in cyberspace in response to a range of mission areas. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Collins III)

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NHHC positively identified wreckage of USS Ommaney Bay

Scientists have conclusively confirmed that the wreckage discovered on the seafloor off the coast of the Philippines corresponds to the remains of the USS Ommaney Bay, a crucial aircraft carrier that met its tragic fate during World War II, less than a year after setting sail from San Diego Bay on its second deployment.

Frances & Ommaney Bay
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Leonardo and KHI sign contract for additional MCH-101 helicopters

Leonardo and Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) have recently signed a significant contract for additional MCH-101 naval helicopters, strengthening the fleet of the Japanese Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF). The contract also marks the commencement of a mid-life update (MLU) program for the MCH-101 in Japan. As a license-built version of the Leonardo AW101 helicopter, the MCH-101 has proven its capabilities over the years and continues to play a crucial role in Japan’s defense operations.

Kawasaki MCH-101 (4)
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