The world's biggest defence contractor was in the spotlight this week with announcements on the changing local leadership, the USAF's F-35A IOC and the establishing of a new R&D lab in Melbourne.
In other news, the first team has broken cover for JP2060 (Deployable Health capability), 3D printed parts take their first US Navy flight and the Dutch get the ball rolling on an MRTT pool for NATO.
In light of the big Land 400 news last week, a reminder that applications from SMEs registering interest in the program are still welcome,
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Lockheed Martin Australia appoints new leadership
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JSF's biggest customer declares F-35A IOC
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Saab, Aspen Medical, Philips and Marshall team for JP2060
With industry expecting a RfT for JP2060 Deployable Health capability sooner rather than later, the first consortium to break cover has been confirmed. more»
3-D printed parts flight tested by US Navy
The US Naval Air Systems Command has successfully demonstrated the use of flight critical aircraft components built using additive manufacturing techniques. more»
Dutch lead the way on NATO MRTT pool
Following a process facilitated by the European Defence Agency, The Netherlands will acquire the first of a pooled fleet of MRTT A330 aircraft for operation by NATO. more»
MK45 gun contract award for BAE’s Type 26
BAE Systems in the US has received a $US245 million contract from the UK MoD to provide the gun system for the Type 26 Global Combat Ship. more»
Land 400 program still seeking industry submissions
It's not too late to register interest for Land 400! more»
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