Australia’s defence industry is making waves as Anduril Industries launches a new drone manufacturing hub in western Sydney.
The high-tech facility will produce the “Ghost Shark”, a next-generation undersea drone designed to boost the Royal Australian Navy’s surveillance capabilities.
Beyond defence headlines, the project is a big win for local welders and fabricators. The site will rely heavily on advanced metalwork, robotics and precision welding, creating new opportunities for skilled trades in a sector crying out for workers.
Industry experts say the move signals a revival of high-value manufacturing in Australia, blending traditional skills with cutting-edge automation. Local training programs are already gearing up to meet demand for defence-grade fabrication standards.
With thousands of jobs expected to flow from projects like Ghost Shark, western Sydney could soon become a hotspot for advanced welding and fabrication, proving that the future of Australian industry is built and welded at home.
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