Tag: Pat Conroy
KONGSBERG launches production facility in South Australia
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) has inaugurated a new production facility in Adelaide, South Australia, marking a milestone in the company’s support for Australian Defence acquisition and sustainment programs.
Australian gov’t invests $11 million in future defence STEM talent
The Australian Government is reinforcing its commitment to expanding Australia’s defence industry workforce with the launch of the Schools Pathways Program: Open Competitive Grant Opportunity.
200 new jobs created for Australia’s nuclear submarine program
The Australian Government announced a new initiative aimed at bolstering Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine workforce through the Jobs for Subs program.
Australian gov’t invests $850M in missile manufacturing factory in Hunter Region
The Australian Government has announced an investment of up to $850 million in partnership with Kongsberg Defence Australia to focus on the manufacturing and servicing of missiles at a new facility in Williamtown, near Newcastle.
Australia strengthens defence exports with GSC Program expansion
The Australian Government is turbocharging export opportunities for the Australian defence industry through a significant expansion of the Global Supply Chain (GSC) Program, highlighting its commitment to supporting local companies and jobs.
New defence contract to enhance Bendigo’s Bushmaster manufacturing
The Australian Government is continuing to support local jobs in Bendigo with a $45 million contract to build an additional 15 Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicles.
Australian gov’t invests $100M in advanced drone technology
The Australian Government will invest over $100 million to enhance the Australian Defence Force (ADF)'s drone capabilities, providing military personnel with cutting-edge lethal and non-lethal technologies.
Gov’t fast-tracks defence tech with $4 million initiative
The Australian Government is set to fast-track the development and deployment of innovative defence technologies through a $4 million 'pitch day' initiative, reinforcing its commitment to a future made in Australia.
Australia extends life-saving antivenom partnership with PNG
Australia is bolstering its support for Papua New Guinea's health system by renewing its partnership, which includes supplying antivenom doses and training healthcare workers, for an additional three years until 2027.
Design partners unveiled for Australia’s Next-Gen Submarine Construction Hub
The Australian Government has advanced its nuclear-powered submarine program by announcing the concept design partners for South Australia's upcoming Nuclear-Powered Submarine Construction Yard (NPSCY).




















