Ghost Sharks get 'teeth' as secret drone subs unveiled
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Mon, 19 October 2026
5 reports- begadistrictnews.com.au03:59first to report
Autonomous submarines could soon be deployed across Australia's coastline as previously under-wraps details of the drone program are...
2 reprints
- inverelltimes.com.au19 Oct, 03:59their copy
- nvi.com.au19 Oct, 03:59their copy
- Bloomberg Politics04:01
Australia plans to arm its fleet of underwater drones, announcing that its unmanned submarines will be able to deploy sea mines or aerial drones.
- Channel News Asia05:37
The Ghost Shark can travel long distances and would work in tandem with the crewed submarine fleet, officials said.
- ABC News (Australia)06:17
Australian-made autonomous submarines will be able to set sea mines and launch armed aerial drones, according to newly declassified details.
- Euronews09:33
Australia has unveiled three previously secret payloads for its Ghost Shark autonomous submarine drone: sea mines, logistical caches and Altius aerial drones capable of surveillance and strikes.
Tue, 20 October 2026
1 report- N1 Info (Croatia)04:39
Australske podmornice tipa „Ghost Shark” nosit će napredne pomorske mine i lansirati naoružane bespilotne letjelice, prema detaljima s kojih je nedavn
Thu, 22 October 2026
1 report- Times of India10:14
Australia's Ghost Shark submarine has impressively demonstrated its ability to launch aerial drones for military applications. Capable of deploying various payloads, from sea mines to logistical support, this platform significantly enhances operational flexibility. Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy emphasized that the initiative is designed to refine autonomous underwater combat strategies, with advanced communication systems ensuring smooth coordination of drone operations.