Naval Technology:
Exercise KAKADU is a joint exercise hosted by the Royal Australian Navy and supported by the Royal Australian Air Force. Conducted both onshore and at sea off the coast of Darwin, this year’s event involves the participation of 27 countries deploying more than 3,000 personnel, 23 navy vessels, 21 aircraft, and a submarine.
Australian Fleet commander rear admiral Jonathan Mead said: “Having 27 countries from such a wide spectrum involved in Exercise KAKADU is a fantastic opportunity for us all to be able to understand each other’s abilities, and to be able to develop the confidence to work together effectively.”
“Exercise KAKADU 2018 is designed to be carried out into three phases, which include a harbour phase, a force integration training phase, and a free-play phase.”
In addition to Australia, the other participating nations include Bangladesh, Canada, Chile, France, India, Indonesia, Japan, New Zealand, the People’s Republic of China, Philippines, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Sri Lanka, the UAE, the US and Vietnam.
