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Anduril Opens Sydney Factory as First ‘Ghost Shark’ Undersea Drone Rolls Off Line

The new facility advances Australia’s sovereign undersea capability by moving Ghost Shark into production ahead of a planned January 2026 navy handover.

The first production variant Ghost Shark XL-AUV hangs above a water tank at the company's production facility in Sydney, Australia. Photo: Anduril Industries
A Ghost Shark autonomous undersea vehicle stands inside Anduril Australia’s new manufacturing facility during its opening ceremony, following the Royal Australian Navy's award of a A$1.7 billion contract to Anduril Australia in September, in Sydney, Australia, October 31, 2025. REUTERS/Hollie Adams
Anduril Factory Sydney, with the first production Ghost Shark drone ready for in-water testing. Image Anduril.
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Overview

  • The 7,400 m² Alexandria plant will produce Ghost Shark XL-AUVs under a A$1.7 billion Royal Australian Navy program awarded in September.
  • Anduril says the first production vehicle was finished ahead of schedule and is ready for in‑water testing, with low‑rate initial production underway and a planned first delivery in January 2026.
  • The program targets a ramp to full‑scale manufacturing during 2026, supplying a fleet to augment the navy’s crewed vessels.
  • Ghost Shark is described as a long‑range autonomous undersea system for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and strike, with reported 10‑day endurance and containerised launch from vessels or wharves.
  • Officials cite about 150 high‑skilled jobs and contributions from more than 40 Australian suppliers, with potential exports to allies subject to government approval.