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DASA expected to launch second phase of advanced materials competition

Land July 31, 2019

DASA is expected to launch the second phase of ‘A Joint Effort’ seeking advanced materials for military use. Phase 2 of ‘A Joint Effort’, led by DASA, is expected to launch later this year, seeking innovation in advanced materials for military use with funding from the UK and Australia. The Defence ...

Royal Navy embarks on training experiment in the Australian outback

Maritime July 5, 2019

The Royal Navy has completed a training experiment to see how they cope with extreme environments. The Royal Navy went to the Australian outback for a training experiment ahead of the Future Commando Concept lead by the US and Australia. The Navy has also worked with the Australian Defence Force reconnaissance ...

New open-source software framework launched by DSTL

Homeland May 16, 2019

The open-source software framework titled Stone Soup will help develop tracking technology through model outcomes and simulators. The framework is the result of a collaboration between the UK, USA, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada led by the DSTL, and the open-source software allows anyone to input and test tracking technology. The ...

BAE Systems offers CV90 for LAND 400 Phase 3 bid

Land March 14, 2019

BAE Systems has today confirmed it is offering its CV90 Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) to Australia in response to the LAND 400 Phase 3 Mounted Close Combat Capability Request for Tender. The project team will be led by BAE Systems’ Sweden-based combat vehicles business and supported by BAE Systems Australia. A total ...