Defence buys anti-submarine warfare training target

Defence will purchase a new AUV62-AT intermediate anti-submarine warfare training target capability from Saab Australia for $11million.

FILE PHOTO: AUV62-AT ant-submarine warfare trainer. Saab image.

Minister for Defence Linda Reynolds said the advanced-technology training target would simulate submarines and torpedos, providing highly realistic live training scenarios for submariners, aviators and surface-vessel combat teams.

“As well as being a cost-effective capability, it provides exciting delivery opportunities to grow Defence’s warfighting skills now, and as anti-submarine warfighting technology develops,” Minister Reynolds said.

“In the 2020 Force Structure Plan announced by the Prime Minister and I on July 1, we have set out plans to enhance our regional anti-submarine warfare capabilities, including the provision of training sub systems.

“This capability will improve the ADF’s anti-submarine warfare proficiencies for more complex operations and environments.”

Navy will partner with Saab Australia to bring the new capability into service, providing opportunities for local industry to contribute to the project.

Australian companies, including locally-owned company BlueZone Group, which has facilities in Newcastle, Perth and Melbourne, will have the opportunity to support and manage the operation, repair and maintenance of the AUV62-AT for Defence.

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