Private sector operated Weapons Research Establishment has invited innovators to contribute to the design and manufacture of a new, cutting-edge AUKUS rifle through an open innovation challenge. The AUKUS Rifle Challenge represents a unique opportunity for researchers, engineers, and manufacturers to contribute to the development of cutting-edge firearms that can enhance the effectiveness of armed…
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Space logistics business Space Machines Company has announced a purchase of Inovor Technologies’ navigation system, Star Tracker, which will be integrated into SMC’s orbital servicing vehicle, Optimus. Star Tracker “will play a pivotal role in enhancing the navigation capabilities of Optimus” according to SMC, which plans to provide transportation and other in-space services following its…
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NASDAQ-listed electric vehicle charger manufacturer Tritium has ended speculation about the future of its Brisbane factory and announced that it will move production to Lebanon, Tennessee, in a bid to break even. In a statement this week, Tritium said it would be “consolidating its global manufacturing operations into its scaled plant in Lebanon,” as well…
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Defence manufacturer BAE Systems Australia has developed a new concept in boosting the capabilities of the SME suppliers it relies on through the deployment of ‘Targeted Tasks’. As part of the Hunter Class Frigate Program the company aims to maximise Australian Industry Capability, and has tasked Australian SMEs with a specific scope of work to…
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Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle manufacturer H2X Global has advanced its ambitions to produce fuel cell light commercial vehicles, unveilling what was billed as a new Hydrogen Professional Van prototype at a recent Body Engineering Days Conference. The prototype appears to be a development of the company’s proposed Darling van which has been seen in artists’…
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One of Australia’s biggest paper recycling facilities will be built in South East Queensland with plans to turn 220,000 tonnes of waste paper and cardboard into pulp annually for export. The federal and Queensland governments have partnered with Brisbane-based national company AusWaste Recycling to build a $137 million waste paper recycling facility at Brendale. The…
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Defence manufacturer Electro Optic Systems has unveiled a laser Dazzler and anti-drone laser weapon system to its R800 large remote weapon station. Launched at INDO PACIFIC 2023 International Maritime Exposition, the new combination is aimed at countering air and seaborne threats. The laser Dazzler is a non-ballistic countermeasure against uncrewed aerial and seaborne threats, adding…
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By Peter Roberts In the face of criticism that Australia is building the wrong type of naval vessel in a time of rising tension, BAE Systems Australia has revealed a more lethal, attack version of the Hunter class frigate it is building in Adelaide. Conceived as a largely anti-submarine vessel, the nine Hunter class frigates…
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Hybrid vessel on display at Indo Pac A 43-foot battery electric hybrid boat (pictured) engineered and manufactured in the Hunter Region by Ampcontrol, Steber International, and the University of Newcastle, is on show at the 2023 Indo-Pacific International Maritime Exposition. The boat — with a 600 kilowatt plug-in hybrid power and propulsion system designed by…
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The first prescriptions for MDMA, better known as a party drug but now available to patients, could be available for supply to Australians as early as December following news from medicinal cannabis producer Vitura Health that it is preparing the drug for sale. The company told investors that its Cortexa joint venture with PharmAla Biotech…
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