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Australia expands defence investment in autonomous systems and uncrewed platforms

Australia is expanding opportunities for domestic and international suppliers developing autonomous defence technologies.

Marksman Defence Desk5th August 2026 3 min read
Australia expands defence investment in autonomous systems and uncrewed platformsJoint · Market Update

Australia is expanding opportunities for domestic and international suppliers developing autonomous defence technologies. Priority areas include uncrewed aerial systems, autonomous maritime platforms and robotics.

The expansion is expected to support command-and-control technologies alongside platform development.

Officials note the initiative is intended to strengthen the domestic industrial base for autonomous systems over the next decade.

Priority areas include uncrewed aerial systems, autonomous maritime platforms and robotics.