Government reveals Ghost Shark’s ‘secret’ deadly capabilities

Key points

• The federal government has released previously secret details showing Australia's Ghost Shark submarine can launch up to 12 sea mines and swarms of kamikaze drones. The fully autonomous stealth submarine is being developed by the Navy and weapon maker Anduril.
• Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy said the vessel gives the Navy greater deterrence and now has teeth. Footage shows it launching Altius drones, which can gather intelligence and strike targets.
• The Ghost Shark will also be shared with the UK and US under AUKUS Pillar II, which focuses on advanced defence technologies.