The Albanese Government is investing an additional AUD 272 million (USD 172 million) to support the local defense industry and Australian jobs, through the procurement of up to 14 multi-mission phased array radars (MMPARs) for the Australian Army, Report informs, citing the Australian Government Department of Defense.
Canberra-based CEA Technologies will produce the phased array radars, which will support Army’s long-range fires capability and provide greater monitoring of potential threats, across an integrated, focused Defense Force.
This investment by the Albanese Government is another example of our commitment to building a defense future made in Australia and will sustain over 700 local jobs in Canberra and across the country.
Once built, the radars will be based at the Edinburgh Defense precinct in South Australia as part of the 10th Fires Brigade.
Delivery of the first radars is expected from 2027.
“The Albanese Labor Government continues to invest in advanced capabilities for our Defense Force, after a decade of neglect. This will contribute to the security of our region and help keep Australians safe while also supporting a world-leading defense business and local jobs,” Australian Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of Defense Hon Richard Marles said.
