Anduril Opens New Ghost Shark Factory in Sydney
Anduril Industries, a US-based defense technology company, has inaugurated a new manufacturing facility in Sydney, Australia. This 7,400 square meter site is designed specifically to produce the Ghost Shark, an extra-large autonomous underwater vehicle (XL-AUV), and will create over 150 high-skilled jobs.
Contract and Production Details
The factory opening comes after the Royal Australian Navy awarded Anduril a $1.12 billion (A$1.7 billion) contract for a large fleet of Ghost Sharks, to be delivered within the next five years. Production has started with a low-rate initial phase and will ramp up to full-scale manufacturing in 2026.
Advanced Manufacturing and Testing
The facility integrates advanced robotic manufacturing, AI-driven logistics, and a dedicated test tank. This test tank enables in-water verification of buoyancy, electrical systems, and safety before sea trials.
Supply Chain and Future Development
- The manufacturing program involves more than 40 Australian SMEs providing diverse components and materials.
- The site will also develop Dive-XL, a commercial baseline variant intended for export to allied and partner nations, pending Australian government approval.
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Summary: Anduril's new Sydney factory supports a $1.12bn Royal Australian Navy contract, bringing innovative underwater vehicle production and over 150 new skilled jobs to Australia’s defense sector.
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