Moog Australia has been contracted by Lockheed Martin Australia to develop the Control Actuation System (CAS) for the Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS), a key precision-strike weapon in the Australian Army’s modernization drive.
The CAS is an essential element of the GMLRS, responsible for guidance, stabilization, and flight maneuvering. Its advanced design enables precise targeting performance across a wide operational envelope.
Under this partnership, Moog Australia will establish a pilot production facility dedicated to the GMLRS CAS and work with local suppliers to produce critical subcomponents. The move supports industrial self-reliance and reduces dependence on overseas supply chains.
As a branch of Moog Inc. (USA), Moog Australia will draw upon embedded American engineering expertise to ensure smooth technology transfer and knowledge integration.
The GMLRS, a principal munition of the HIMARS launcher, will commence local production in 2025, following the AUD 37.4 million (USD 24.3 million) contract agreement signed with the Australian Government.
Thales Australia will provide the rocket motors and explosive warheads, ensuring a fully Australian manufacturing chain for future GMLRS production.
With a range exceeding 70 km (43 miles) and demonstrated effectiveness in combat, particularly in Ukraine, the missile system represents a major boost to Australia’s strike capabilities. The country plans to scale up annual production to 4,000 units, equating to a quarter of global GMLRS output and significantly surpassing ADF’s current operational requirements.
