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.
The Australian Defence Alliance is Australia’s largest independent, professional advocacy body representing the policy and strategic governance needs of Small-to-Medium Enterprise (SME) businesses in the defence and dual-use industries.
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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August 26, 2019 General NewsEOIs Open for TDA Delegations to India and Singapore
Expressions of Interest have opened for companies to join the Team Defence Australia delegation to Def Expo India (5-8 February 2020) and Singapore Airshow (11-16 February 2020). Companies wishing to attend as part of the Team Defence Australia stand are… -
August 26, 2019 General NewsDSEI and French Maritime Trade Mission
From 10-13 September, ADA(Vic) will be representing the national ADA partnership at the Defence Services and Equipment International (DSEI) in London, as a part of the Team Defence Australia trade delegation. -
Logistic Support Practitioner Course hosted by Logistic Engineering Services
Logistic Engineering Services next Integrated Logistic Support Practitioner Course will… -
Doing Better Business in Europe
Global Victoria has the pleasure of inviting you to attend our exciting seminar: Doing… -
Cyber Security Summit
Cyber security is an increasing concern for the Defence Industry. The cyber security… -
Maritime Environmental Working Group (MEWG) conference
On 24 July 2019 the Maritime Environmental Working Group held it's first-ever conference… -
Meet The Interns
The Australian Defence Alliance is delighted to have two new interns working in our… -
News from the Frontline
Many of you noted that our Program Officer, Barry Laming, was absent for two weeks whilst…
Upcoming Events
| 26 Sep 2019; 12:00AM Defence Connect Australian Defence Industry Awards |
| 08 Oct 2019; 12:00AM Pacific 2019 |
| 08 Oct 2019; 12:00AM Pacific 2019 |
| 08 Oct 2019; 12:00AM Pacific 2019 |
| 23 Oct 2019; 12:00AM 7th Annual Northern Australia Defence Summit |
| 23 Oct 2019; 12:00AM ADM Indo Pacific Defence and Security Summit |
| 23 Oct 2019; 12:00AM 7th Annual Northern Australia Defence Summit |
| 23 Oct 2019; 12:00AM ADM Indo Pacific Defence and Security Summit |
| 05 Nov 2019; 08:00AM - 05:00PM 2019 Palari Australian Explosive Ordnance Safety Symposium |
| 05 Nov 2019; 08:00AM - 05:00PM 2019 Palari Australian Explosive Ordnance Safety Symposium |
