Australian Defence Force seeks Iron Dome-style missile defense technology
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What happened
The Department of Defence requested pricing and delivery timelines for a medium-range, land-based missile shield technology from the early 2030s. Tender documents are seeking bids for US systems, as well as equipment from companies in Norway, South Korea, and Israel. The proposed systems would protect military bases and deployed troops starting in the mid-2030s, but not Australian citizens.
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Why it matters
The acquisition of this technology would enhance the core operational capability of the Australian Defence Force. Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, the manufacturer of the Iron Dome system, is one of the suppliers being sought. A defense expert criticized the plan, arguing the military should protect the population rather than just its own assets.
Iron Dome-style technology is being sought to complement the existing air defense architecture.
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Who's involved
- Department of DefenceRequested pricing and delivery timelines for the missile shield technology.
- Australian Defence ForceIs the recipient of the requested missile defense systems.
- Rafael Advanced Defense SystemsIs the primary manufacturer of the Iron Dome defense system.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Rafael Advanced Defense SystemsSpeculative
Could see increased revenue from inclusion in the Australian government's tender for Iron Dome-style technology.
- CEA TechnologiesSpeculative
Could drive demand for advanced radar and sensor technologies related to the procurement.
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The entities involved
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Department of Defence
Australian government department, 1942-
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Australian Defence Force
combined military forces of Australia
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Iron Dome
Israeli air defense system to intercept and destroy short-range rockets, aircraft and other missiles with a range of 4 to 70 km
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