Empowering Defence SMEs
Creating better outcomes for Defence Industry SMEs by delivering critical insight, fostering connections and creating influence.
Empowering Defence SMEs
Creating better outcomes for Defence Industry SMEs by delivering critical insight, fostering connections and creating influence.
Boost Your Defence Opportunities
Global Defence spending exceeds $1.7 trillion per year and Australia's annual Defence budget is more than $35B. Gaining a share of this market, however, requires the right partnerships, strong professional networks and critical insights.
The Australian Defence Alliance (ADA) currently helps over 300 Australian businesses gain a greater share of this massive global supply chain. Join The Australian Defence Alliance today and boost your Defence opportunities.
Become a member and enhance your defence business winning capabilities in three important ways:
Advocacy
- Expert representation for members across State and Commonwealth Governments as well as key industry stakeholders
- Regular interaction with State and Federal Government Ministers
- Unrivalled access to Government through special member-only events
- Strong links into Department of Defence Strategy, Industry Policy & Procurement policy-making
- Shaping of defence industry related policy to support member needs
Networking
- Superior connections with Defence, Defence Primes and other buyers
- Enhanced collaboration and B2B opportunities with other SMEs in the sector
- Access to ADA supported Victorian Defence Alliances
- Represent at Trade Shows and Industry Conferences
- Access to key stakeholders at regular networking events
- Increased opportunities – Domestic and International Primes approach ADA for Suppliers
Information
- Focussed industry briefings and forums relevant to the SME
- Round-up of business opportunities
- Regular newsletters, industry updates and notification of upcoming training
- Access to exclusive member only information
- A trusted go-to source for information
Latest News & Updates
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June 17, 2019 General NewsPoland: Opportunities for Defence SMEs
Date: Wednesday 19 June, 2019Time: 8:00am - 9:30amA light breakfast is providedLocation: Engineers Australia, Level 31, 600 Bourke Street MelbourneJoin us in a discussion on the thriving defence industry in Poland, and how Victorian firms can capitalise on… -
June 16, 2019 General NewsConsultation opens on the International Space Investment (ISI) initiative
The Australian Government announced the International Space Investment (ISI) initiative in the 2018-19 Budget as a part of the Australian Technology and Science Growth Plan - a measure to grow the Australian space industry. Under this measure, the Government… -
VDA Land Systems Member Briefing Presentation
The recent VDA-Land Systems briefing was a highly informative and engaging session, with… -
Navy Industry Academia Conference
From the 29th to the 30th of May, The Naval Shipbuilding College will be hosting the Navy… -
Defence & Security Equipment International
Expressions of interest are now open for Australian export-ready companies interested in… -
Last Day - MSPO International Defence Industry Exhibition
Tomorrow is your last day to register an EOI with Team Defence Australia and be… -
Federal Election Defence Industry Brief
On 16 May ADA(Vic) was happy to offer Members an opportunity to discuss the lead-up to… -
G'day USA 2019
On 9 May 2019, ADA(Vic) CEO Claire Willette was invited by the Commonwealth to speak on…
Upcoming Events
| 26 Jun 2019; 08:30AM - Thales Industry Engagement Seminar |
| 08 Oct 2019; 12:00AM Pacific 2019 |
| 08 Oct 2019; 12:00AM Pacific 2019 |
| 08 Oct 2019; 12:00AM Pacific 2019 |
