Anduril Launches New Ghost Shark Factory in Sydney
US defense technology company Anduril Industries has opened a new 7,400 sqm manufacturing facility in Sydney, Australia, to produce the Ghost Shark, an extra-large autonomous underwater vehicle (XL-AUV).
The factory will create over 150 high-skilled jobs and combines advanced robotic manufacturing, AI-driven logistics, and a specialized test tank for in-water verification of buoyancy, electrical systems, and safety before sea trials.
Royal Australian Navy Contract
The factory opening follows the Royal Australian Navy’s $1.12 billion (A$1.7 billion) contract to acquire a large fleet of Ghost Sharks, scheduled for delivery over the next five years.
Production and Supply Chain
Low-rate initial production of the Ghost Shark has already started, with full-scale manufacturing set for 2026. The program involves over 40 Australian SMEs supplying a broad range of components and materials.
Future Developments
The Sydney facility will also develop Dive-XL, a commercial baseline version of the AUV intended for export to allied and partner nations, pending approval from the Australian government.
“Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard.”
Anduril’s new factory represents a significant boost to Australia’s defense manufacturing and technological capabilities.
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