Tag: AUKUS
Aussie local manufacturer enters US submarine program with gov’t support
The Australian Government has announced what it describes as a significant step for domestic manufacturing under the AUKUS partnership, confirming HIFraser as the first Australian company qualified to supply parts for US Virginia class submarines through the Government-funded Defence Industry Vendor Qualification Program (DIVQ).
Manufacturing push central to new Rolls-Royce–Victoria pact supporting AUKUS submarines
Australia’s preparations for nuclear-powered submarines under AUKUS are driving new partnerships focused on strengthening local manufacturing, skills and supply chains.
ASC and BAE Systems launch joint ICN Portal to support Nuclear-powered Submarine Program
Australia’s sovereign submarine partners ASC and BAE Systems have jointly launched a new-look Industry Capability Network (ICN) Portal to strengthen Australian industry participation in the Nuclear-powered Submarine Program (NPS).
WA manufacturers set to benefit from new AUKUS supply chain readiness fund
The Western Australian Government has launched a new $2 million AUKUS SME Readiness Fund to help local manufacturers and defence businesses enter AUKUS supply chains, as part of efforts to create jobs and strengthen the state’s manufacturing sector.
Gov’t funding to help Australian firms meet US submarine manufacturing standards
The Australian Government has announced a $19 million investment to support Australian manufacturers seeking to secure contracts within the United States submarine industrial base through the Australian Submarine Supplier Qualification (AUSSQ) Pilot program.
Manufacturing focus in $28M TAFE Centre to upskill SA’s future workforce
The Albanese and Malinauskas Governments have announced a $28 million National Security TAFE Centre of Excellence in South Australia, highlighting the role of manufacturing and technical training in supporting AUKUS projects and safeguarding critical infrastructure.
WA manufacturing steps into US nuclear submarine supply chain
Western Australian manufacturer Hofmann Engineering has been approved to supply locally made components for the construction of United States Navy nuclear-powered aircraft carriers.
Industry calls for clear strategy and funding to advance AUKUS Pillar 2
The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) has released a report outlining what it describes as essential next steps for ensuring the success of AUKUS Pillar 2, the trilateral security arrangement between Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States aimed at jointly developing advanced defence capabilities.
AML3D opens advanced manufacturing hub in Ohio to bolster US defence, AUKUS collaboration
Australian advanced manufacturing company AML3D has officially opened its new US Technology Facility in Stow, Ohio, marking a key development in the company’s North American operations and reinforcing its role in defence manufacturing aligned with the AUKUS security pact.
AML3D advances defence manufacturing with rapid submarine component delivery
AML3D has announced its role in supplying critical tailpiece components for the United States’ nuclear submarine program, forming part of the AUKUS trilateral security partnership.


















