Defence contractor Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has secured what it says is “the world’s first export order for a 100-kilowatt class laser defence system”, with the weapon deal worth €71.4 million ($125 million.) According to a statement from EOS on Tuesday, the project is for a European NATO member state and is “to address the…
Defence manufacturer Electro Optic Systems has sold off its naval satellite communications arm EM Solutions only five years after buying the business, further focusing EOS on its core business of Remote Weapon Systems. EOS entered into a binding share sale agreement to sell the Brisbane subsidiary to UK listed Cohort plc for an enterprise value…
Electro Optic Systems (EOS) joined innovators from across Canada and around the world for the Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) programme’s 2024 Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems (CUAS) Sandbox event. At the Canadian event, counter-drone prototypes were put to the test in realistic scenarios with EOS demonstrating its Laser Dazzler technology. Led by Ian…
Austal receives $1.3bn order from US Navy Shipbuilder Austal‘s US arm has received a $1.28 billion ‘undefinitised’ contract award (UCA) for the final design and construction of three Expeditionary Medical Ships (EMS) from the United States Navy. The EMS is based on Austal’s proven Expeditionary Fast Transport ship (EPF) platform and will be manufactured in…
RM Williams to open flagship store on Friday Apparel company R.M.Williams is preparing to open its flagship store to the public on December 1 in Sydney. The 91-year-old brand will open the store on George Street, in the CBD, and The Sydney Morning Herald reports that, “A customised soundtrack, signature scent and altar to R.M.…