What Happened
Australia Invests In Advanced Air Defense Capabilities
Lockheed Martin Australia has been awarded a $950 million contract to sustain and expand Australia’s joint air battle management system as part of a broader effort to improve its air and missile defense capabilities. The contract will enhance the system’s core architecture with advanced C2 aids, expanded comms, and cyber-security. The Australian Department of Defence has also announced a $2.4 billion AUD investment over six years to modernize air surveillance and aircraft control functions. This development was first reported by Breaking Defense.