The DMO is the prime systems integrator for this project. The combat system installed in HMAS Waller was approved for Initial Operational Release by Navy in May 2008 and participated in "Rim of the Pacific" (RIMPAC) 2008 exercises off Hawaii. Installations are proceeding as planned for HMA Ships Farncomb and Dechaineux, with Initial Operational Release for HMAS Farncomb achieved in September 2009 and forecast for HMAS Dechaineux in September 2010; the final installation is currently scheduled for completion in 2014.
The combat system has been proven and equipment for installation is available. However, actual installation of combat systems in platforms is dependent on platform availability. A Defence review is examining, among other things, optimising the time between full cycle dockings to maximise submarine availability for operations.