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Denne ble omtalt her i går, men den er såpass interessant at jeg kopierer den rett fra en australsk kilde. Våpenet, som har foldbare vinger, slippes fra våpenrommet i P-8A, men jeg har også fått inntrukk av at den kan tas på vingene til flyet, og er således utsatt for ising. Det er ingen god løaning. (Red.)

Boeing selects Ferra Engineering for anti-submarine production

Industry

02 February 2026

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By: Bethany Alvaro

Boeing has selected Ferra Engineering to produce parts for its High Altitude Anti-Submarine Warfare Weapon Capability.

“Local HAAWC production with Ferra means more skilled jobs in Australia and deeper sovereign manufacturing capability,” said Bob Ciesla, vice president at Boeing’s precision engagement systems.

“This partnership serves as a practical investment in national defence and regional security aligned to Australia’s Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance Enterprise sovereign objectives.”

The High Altitude Anti-Submarine Warfare Weapon Capability (HAAWC) is designed so that it can be deployed from Boeing’s P-8A maritime patrol aircraft and engage with submarines from a higher angle, increasing the operational effectiveness and safety of subsea missions.

This contract builds on existing partnerships between the two companies and represents Australia’s continued efforts to establish a sovereign defence industry.

Ferra Engineering has continued to supply components to a range of Boeing manufacturing programs, such as the MQ-28 Ghost Bat and the F/S-18F Super Hornet, AH-64E Apache and P-8A Poseidon. Three years ago, the companies signed together a memorandum of understanding to produce kits for the Joint Direct Attack Munition’s both long and extended range.

“We are honoured to continue our 17-year-long partnership with Boeing on the HAAWC program,” said Aaron Thompson, CEO of Ferra Engineering.

“This contract not only reinforces our commitment to delivering high-quality, Australian-made defence solutions but also highlights the importance of collaboration in advancing our nation’s defence capabilities.

“Together, we are paving the way for innovation and excellence in aerospace manufacturing.”

Boeing has continued to remain actively involved in the Global Supply Chain program, enhancing opportunities for local Australian defence companies to engage with major industry partners and increase their global supply chain presence.