Strategic NewsConstruction of new heavy landing craft for the Australian Army commences in WA - PS News
Construction of new heavy landing craft for the Australian Army commences in WA - PS News
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Construction of new heavy landing craft for the Australian Army commences in WA - PS News

GNews: Australia defence·2026-11-11AUS DefenceP3: Industrial BaseP6: Defence Surge
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Construction of heavy landing craft expands the ADF's amphibious-projection capability and reinforces Australia's industrial base for major defence platforms. This domestic manufacturing signals continued strategic commitment to Indo-Pacific power-projection and reduces single-ally dependency, strengthening overall preparedness posture.

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This development bears on 2 of the eight pillars of Australian preparedness — the overall picture right now is 5/100.

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