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Australia outlines longer punch and brings local industry onboard

1st November 2024 - 16:26 GMT | by Damian Kemp in London

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HMAS Sydney fires the Royal Australian Navy’s first standard missile 6 (SM-6) during Exercise Pacific Dragon 2024. (Photo: Australia DoD)

The Australian government has placed a focus on Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) which has included the purchase of additional long-range rocket systems and investments in local production of missiles.

Australia, which has already committed billions of dollars to long-range, air-launched and naval missiles, this week outlined plans to boost local industry and capacity under its GWEO plan.

The country’s government has committed to establishing a GWEO capability and local industrial capability promising A$16–$21 billion (US$10.5-$13.8 billion) of funding over the decade and committed $58–$74 billion in the same period towards capabilities that integrate with GWEO.

Australia’s already committed GWEO plans will see a major boost in capability with the navy’s strike range going from 200km to 2,500km, the army’s from 40km to 1,000km and the air force’s from 100km to 900km.

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