Poland: Opportunities for Defence SMEs
Date: Wednesday 19 June, 2019
Time: 8:00am - 9:30am
A light breakfast is provided
Location: Engineers Australia, Level 31, 600 Bourke Street Melbourne
Join us in a discussion on the thriving defence industry in Poland, and how Victorian firms can capitalise on the arising opportunities.
Consultation 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 has committed to providing $15 million over three years (starting from late 2019) to establish the ISI initiative, which will support strategic international space projects that generate employment and business opportunities for Australians.
VDA Land Systems Member Briefing Presentation
The recent VDA-Land Systems briefing was a highly informative and engaging session, with MAJGEN Andrew Bottrell, Head of Land Systems (CASG), providing an update on the Land Systems Division and opportunities for industry.
In addition to General Bottrell the following Branch Heads were in attendance:
Navy Industry Academia Conference
From the 29th to the 30th of May, The Naval Shipbuilding College will be hosting the Navy Industry Academia Training Conference at Deakin University Waterfront Campus Geelong, Victoria.
This exclusive, two-day 'share-fest' brings together thought leaders from defence industry and academic organisations. This is a 'by invitation only' event with over 20 short, sharp, sessions focussing on collaboration, training delivery, learning theory and technology in training.
To register, please click here.
Defence & Security Equipment International
Expressions of interest are now open for Australian export-ready companies interested in showcasing their products and services with Team Defence Australia (TDA) at Defence & Security Equipment International (DSEI) in London, UK from 10-13 September 2019. The TDA program will run 8-13 September 2019 and participants will need to commit to be in country for this period.
- Supported by: Department of Defence
- Sessions: 8 September 2019 - 13 September 2019
- Event type: Conference
- Cost: Free
DSEI is a truly international exhibition and conference connecting governments, national armed forces, industry thought leaders, and the global defence and security supply chain on an unrivalled scale. With a range of opportunities for networking, a platform for business, access to relevant content and live-action demonstrations, the DSEI community can innovate, share knowledge, discover and experience the latest
Last Day - MSPO International Defence Industry Exhibition
Tomorrow is your last day to register an EOI with Team Defence Australia and be considered for the opportunity to accompany TDA in their delegation to MSPO International Defence Exhibition.
This generous offer is aimed at Australian export-ready companies interested in showcasing their products and services with Team Defence Australia (TDA) at MSPO in Kielce, Poland from 3-6 September 2019. Attendees are required to be in country from 2–6 September.
- Supported by: Department of Defence
- Sessions: 2 September 2019 - 6 September 2019
- Event type: Conference
MSPO is the most important defence show in Poland and is ranked third for European tradeshows (behind DSEI and Eurosatory). The event is mainly focused on the land and air domains. MSPO 2017 saw 625 exhibitors and 34,000 attendees from over 30 countries.
Federal Election Defence Industry Brief
On 16 May ADA(Vic) was happy to offer Members an opportunity to discuss the lead-up to the recently held election, and the various implications to the Commonwealth’s Defence Export Agenda and the Defence Industry SME community, with a briefing provided by Zackary McLennan of Lunik Communications.
Lunik are strategic partners of the ADA national partnership and we were lucky to have them provide us with a breakdown of campaign promises, party intentions and a bit of expectation management depending upon how the votes tallied.
G'day USA 2019
On 9 May 2019, ADA(Vic) CEO Claire Willette was invited by the Commonwealth to speak on behalf of the national ADA partnership at the 2019 G'Day USA Dialogue on Defence. Accompanied by Defence officials from both USA and Australia, Claire's panel, "Modernising with Allies - Budget Pressure and Opportunities for Ally Innovation" focused on opportunities and challenges for companies in the US to form partnerships with Australian SMEs, and specifically how budget constraints can act as a positive forcing function for commercial partnerships. Claire drove home the point that while, from a policy and governance perspective the conditions in the Australian Defence Industry
Rheinmetall Industry Engagement Event
ADA Vic and VDA Land Systems were happy to host the first of Rheinmetall’s renewed industry engagement sessions, during which over 100 Victorian SMEs heard from Rheinmetall Australia’s Managing Director, Gary Stewart, about the status of Rheinmetall’s domestic and international programs, and the associated timelines for programs such as Land 121 Phase3 and Phase 5; Land 400 Phase 2; and Land 400 Phase 3. And with true efficiency, the Rheinmetall team also facilitated over 27 B2B engagements with Victorian SMEs.
Space Technologies Trade Mission to the United States of America - 15 to 23 May 2019
Applications are still open to join the Space Technologies Trade Mission to the United States of America and explore opportunities at the Humans to Mars Summit (Washington DC), International Space Trade Summit (Hartford, Connecticut) and business meetings in Huntsville, Alabama.
Event Dates: 15 - 23 May 2019, USA
Applications close: 21 April 2019
This mission will explore a broad range of opportunities in the international space sector. The Victorian Government will be facilitating business meetings and conference attendance for Victorian organisations at the Humans to Mars Summit in Washington DC and the International Space Trade Summit in Connecticut. Additionally, there will be a tailored business to business meetings in Huntsville, Alabama.
The program is expected to include meetings with senior representatives from the following companies*:
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Major Reforms Announced for Defence Industry Security Program
Industry will find it easier to do business with Defence after the announcement of major reforms to the Defence Industry Security Program (DISP)
The reforms, announced by Minister for Defence Industry Linda Reynolds, will "maximise the benefits to Australian businesses from the unprecedented investment in defence industry by the Australian government while providing better security outcomes for Australia".
Advancing Space: Australian Civil Space Strategy 2019 - 2028
On April 2nd, the Australian Government unveiled The Advancing Space: Australian Civil Space Strategy 2019-28, which sets out a 10-year path to guide the growth of the Australian space sector.
The Strategy is built on four strategic pillars:
- International - open the door internationally
- National - develop national capability in areas of competitive advantage
- Responsible - ensure safety and national interest are addressed
- Inspire – build a future workforce
CEO Message
A Message from the CEO
Exciting start to 2019 and opportunities on the horizon indicate a good time to reflect on how prepared your Business is.
There's something to be said about starting the year off with a flurry of activity and lots of momentum, and I believe it's been the case for most of us this year... I've yet to speak to anyone who's had a leisurely return to work post-holidays!
PACIFIC 2019 - EOI for Victorian Government Pavillion
Are you looking to exhibit at PACIFIC2019 International Maritime Exposition?
The PACIFIC2019 International Maritime Exposition (PACIFIC2017) will be held at the International Convention Centre Sydney, Darling Harbour from Tuesday 8 October to Thursday 10 October 2019.
