The Replacement Aviation Refuelling Vehicles project was established to replace the aged Australian Defence Force Aviation Refuelling Vehicles (ARV). The replacement fleet will consist of: 47 High Capacity Tankers 43 Medium Capacity Tankers 10 Hydrant Dispensing Elevating Platform Vehicles. These…

The Phalanx Close-In Weapon System (CIWS) has been providing the RAN with a short range anti-ship missile defence capability for over 25 years. SEA 1357 Phase 1 will upgrade the 9 Block 1A systems used by the Adelaide class frigates and the 3 Block 1B1 systems used by the Hobart class destroyers to…

The Pilot Training System (PTS) provides the ADF with a fixed-wing pilot training capability. The PTS delivers all aspects of initial Pilot and Qualified Flying Instructor training. Undergraduate pilots train at No 1 Flying Training School in Victoria and No 2 Flying Training School in Western…

The P-8A Poseidon is a fundamental element of Australia’s future Maritime Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance. Based at RAAF Base Edinburgh, the P-8A Poseidon is an important part of Australia's future maritime patrol and response strategy. The P-8A aircraft and MQ-4C Triton Remotely…

The Nulka program is a suite of projects delivering increased capability for the Nulka system. The Nulka system was originally developed in Australia over 30 years ago and is now a joint program with the United States Navy. Content is current as at April 2023.

The P-3C fleet consists of two Orion aircraft and a range of ground based systems. The P-3C continues to provide Maritime operational support to protect Australian interests. Surveillance and Response System Program Office (SRSPO) is the Prime System Integrator for the P-3C with heavy reliance on…

LAND 121 Phase 3B/5B is delivering medium and heavy field vehicles, modules and trailers as well as the associated support systems. The vehicles will replace the Australian Defence Force's (ADF) Mack and Unimog vehicles which have been in service since the early 1980s, and will enhance performance…

SEA 1180 Phase 1 Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV) will replace and improve upon the capability delivered by the thirteen Armidale Class Patrol Boats, by acquiring 12 new vessels. The primary role of the OPV will be to undertake constabulary missions and the OPV will be the primary ADF asset for…

The product is responsible for the Electronic Chart Display and Information System modernised for the navigation of Royal Australian Navy ships and submarines. This product replaces the use of paper charts for the planning, monitoring and recording of navigation of  ships and submarines.…

On Friday, 29 September 2023, the Government announced that the Australian Defence Force’s MRH-90 Taipan helicopters will not return to flying operations before their planned withdrawal date of December 2024. Content is current at February 2024.

MH-60R Seahawk Romeo was acquired from the US Navy through Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program. The capability consists of 23 MH-60R Seahawk Romeos 2 mission simulators Static maintenance training aircraft wide range of aircrew and maintenance part task trainers. The fleet of MH-60R Seahawk…

AIR6502 Phase 1 Medium Range Ground Based Air Defence As a component to the Australian Defence Force’s (ADF) Integrated Air and Missile Defence Program, the Medium Range Ground Based Air Defence project will deliver a ground-based, middle-layer, area air defence capability, designed to deter, deny…

The project provides acquisition and support services for the Nulka active missile decoy capability; the replacement Electronic Support  capability for the ANZAC Ship class and a range of communications electronic support and specialist signals intelligence capabilities. Content is current as…

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) will purchase new, smart sea mines to reinvigorate Defence’s maritime mining capability. The sea mines can be deployed from submarines, ships and aircraft. The Force Structure Plan 2020 announced Australia would improve its capability options through new…

HMAS Arunta has sailed with its newly installed Maritime Communications Modernisation capability, delivered under SEA1442 Phase 4.   A multi-phased program for the enhancement of the Royal Australian Navy's maritime communications capability to address obsolescence and improve communications…

The Lead-in Fighter fleet consists of 33 Hawk 127 aircraft and associated ground and support systems. The Hawk 127 fleet and associated training systems is supported by the Tactical Fighter Systems Program Office (TFSPO) at RAAF Base Williamtown. BAE Systems Australia provides sustainment support…

Defence has contracted Hanwha Defence Australia to deliver and support 129 locally built Redback infantry fighting vehicles for the Australian Army. The total value of the project is approximately $7 billion dollars, representing the single largest investment in Army capability to date. The…

The KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) is a heavily modified Airbus A330 airliner that enables Air Force to conduct air-to-air refuelling and provide strategic air lift.  It features advanced communication and navigation systems, and an electronic warfare self-protection system. The Air…

The AIR2025 Phase 6 project will deliver a comprehensive redesign and upgrade of the Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN). JORN consists of three high-frequency radars located at Longreach, Queensland, Alice Springs, Northern Territory and Laverton, Western Australia with an operations centre…

The Australian Government approved project AIR 6000 Phase 2A/2B to acquire 72 F-35A Lightning II aircraft, also known as the Joint Strike Fighter, along with associated weapons, spares, support equipment, and infrastructure. Australia’s F-35A fleet has replaced the F/A-18A/B Hornet. The F-35A…

Joint Data Networks enhances command and control through the timely distribution and management of tactical and intelligent data between aircraft, ships, vehicles and ground nodes in order to improve situational awareness.

The project provides systems to protect against Radio Controlled Improvised Explosive Devices, equipment for Explosive Ordnance Disposal teams, Search, Neutralisation and Exploitation capabilities. Defence is in collaboration with Australian industry and capability will be delivered through the…

The Defence Strategic Review describes an enhanced, all-domain Integrated Air and Missile Defence capability as critical to the Australian Defence Force (ADF). A foundational element of Defence’s Integrated Air and Missile Defence capability is the Joint Air Battle Management System being delivered…

The Improved Embarked Logistics Support Helicopter Project (SEA9100 Phase 1) will expand and rationalise the Royal Australian Navy’s support and logistics helicopter fleet through the Foreign Military sales acquisition of additional MH-60R Seahawk helicopters.  The Project will acquire 12…

On 14 December 2018, Defence signed the Head Contract with ASC Shipbuilding Pty Ltd (now known as BAE Systems Maritime Australia, a subsidiary of BAE Systems Australia Ltd) to build the Hunter Class frigates (HCF) under Project SEA 5000 Phase 1. On 20 June 2024, Defence amended and signed the Head…

The Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) provides a rotary wing training capability for Navy and Army aircrew to meet the future rotary training needs of the Australian Defence Force.  The training system consists of: 15 Airbus EC-135T2+ helicopters 3 full flight simulators 2 tactical…

CA17 manages Defence’s in-service Light and Lightweight Capability, which currently consists of 2,257 Mercedes Benz G–Wagons, and 1,921 Haulmark Trailers. The fleet comprises 11 vehicle variants and 2 trailer types. The capability supports the ‘Raise, Train and Sustain’ requirements of the…

The project delivers a modernised Geospatial Support System for the joint land force, capable of collecting, managing, analysing and disseminating geospatial data and imagery. This further enables and improves rapid terrain understanding and situational awareness, navigation, and mission management…

The General Service B-vehicle fleet comprises a broad range of light and medium/heavy wheeled vehicles used by the Australian Defence Force (ADF), consisting of approximately 2,900 assets. Most vehicles in the B-vehicle fleet are being progressively replaced under LAND 121 and JNT 2097. Land Rover…

Petrol, oil and lubricant products are procured under long-term contracts and provided to Defence operational and support elements and visiting foreign forces. The Fuels Technical Regulatory and Quality Control Framework is maintained for the conduct of Services’ operations along with technical…