This deal follows a 2021 agreement in which Advanced Navigation delivered over 200 FOG INS units for the Boxer CRV under the Australian Army’s LAND 400 Phase 2 Program. Advanced Navigation CEO Chris Shaw highlighted the critical role of precise navigation in armoured vehicle operations, noting: “Precise navigation is paramount to the survivability of armoured vehicles. It provides the situational awareness and ability to coordinate with other units needed to stay operational in challenging environments, where GPS signals are unavailable or unreliable.”
Rheinmetall is Australia’s largest supplier of military vehicles to its armed forces, and this partnership enhances the tactical capabilities of the Boxer CRVs. Advanced Navigation’s navigation systems equip the vehicles with satellite-independent functionality, enabling them to perform in scenarios where electronic warfare or environmental challenges compromise GPS reliability. “It is a huge honour to be selected as their partner, in a time of rising geopolitical conflicts,” Shaw added.
The FOG INS technology represents a leap forward in navigation accuracy. Its proprietary algorithmic design surpasses traditional filtering methods, delivering exceptional precision in a compact form. Unlike traditional gyroscopes, the FOG INS contains no moving parts, making it highly resistant to shock and vibration—an essential feature for maintaining reliability on rough terrain.
Integrated seamlessly into the Boxer CRV, this system enhances the 8×8 armoured vehicle’s existing advantages, including superior troop safety, high mobility, and robust firepower. Equipped with a reconnaissance mission module featuring the advanced two-person digital Lance turret, the Boxer CRV is suited for operations ranging from peacekeeping to high-intensity combat.
This collaboration underscores the strategic goals of the Australian Defence Global Supply Chain (GSC) Program, which aims to expand domestic manufacturing opportunities and boost exports by partnering with global defence primes like Rheinmetall. By supplying advanced navigation systems to a global platform, Advanced Navigation reinforces its role as a vital contributor to Australia’s defence export strategy.
As one of only four companies globally producing strategic-grade FOG components, Advanced Navigation exemplifies Australia’s growing presence in high-tech defence manufacturing. Based in New South Wales, the company utilises a vertically integrated production model encompassing design, testing, and automated manufacturing. This approach ensures rigorous quality control and the production of robust navigation systems capable of detecting even the earth’s rotation.
