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Enabling Members to do Better Business in Defence
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Welcome to the ADA Defence update for this week!
Investment in NT to Strengthen
National Security
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The Government is investing tens of billions of dollars to enhance defence infrastructure and capabilities in the Northern Territory, making Australians safer while supporting thousands of local jobs.
Territorians are key beneficiaries of the 2024 Integrated Investment Program (IIP) which allocated $14-$18 billion over the next decade to bolster Australia’s northern bases and contribute to enhanced collective security of the Indo-Pacific.
The Government’s investment plan will accelerate upgrades to RAAF Base Tindal, including airfield improvements to enable enhanced air refuelling operations by KC‑30A multi-role tanker transport aircraft.
New littoral manoeuvre facilities will also be developed in Northern Australia, along with redevelopment of the Larrakeyah Defence Precinct in Darwin, including facilities upgrades and new berthing capabilities to accommodate major surface combatants and submarines at HMAS Coonawarra.
Additional funding will deliver more live-in accommodation at Robertson Barracks to support the Marine Rotational Force – Darwin, as well as upgrades to a range of base services. Other air base upgrade projects to receive increased funding include major maintenance at RAAF Base Darwin and Mount Bundey Airfield.
These projects will deliver more employment opportunities for locals over the coming years, building on thousands of jobs already created in the Northern Territory’s defence industry, and continuing to provide a key income stream for supply chain providers.
The Northern Territory is seen as a critical component of Australia’s defence architecture as confirmed in the IIP, which set out specific defence capabilities the Government will invest in to give effect to the 2024 National Defence Strategy. This includes development and investment in the Defence estate in northern Australia which will strengthen Australia’s force posture readiness and deliver a more integrated, focused force.
Read more >
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Opportunities for SMEs in the defence industry will continue to grow and we are here to help and advocate for our members.
We would also like to hear from you if you have any news or stories about your business that may be of interest to other businesses and organisations.
We look forward to hearing from you.
mailto:info@australiandefencealliance.org.au
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AUKUS Partners Rule Changes for Secure License-Free Defence Trade
On May 1, the United States, together with Australia and the United Kingdom, published proposed changes to our systems of defense trade controls for public and industry input. The proposed changes are designed to harness and maximize the innovative power residing in our defense industrial bases by facilitating secure license-free defense trade between our countries.
The proposed changes to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations – or ITAR – would create a license exemption supporting billions of dollars in license-free defense trade between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States and allow for deeper security cooperation and innovation among AUKUS partners. All three nations are committed to working with our private sectors and our research communities – those who will use these exemptions – to ensure the
exemptions, taken together, support the goals of the AUKUS enhanced security partnership.
The U.S. Department of State is soliciting public feedback and comment by May 31, 2024. The proposed ITAR change, and details on submitting public comments, can be found on FederalRegister.gov.
Read more >
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$30 Million for Body Armour for ADF Personnel
The Government has placed a $30 million order with Queensland-based Craig International Ballistics for body armour that will be used by Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel, including in combat and counter terrorism operations.
The contract, which will also create and sustain dozens of jobs, underscores the Government’s commitment to supporting local small-and-medium enterprises and a future made in Australia.
Craig International Ballistics, which has already supplied over 600,000 high quality Queensland-made body armour components for the ADF, will manufacture and deliver a new order of body armour components to help protect troops from moving threats like fragmentation, and low and high velocity rounds.
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Now in its 22nd year, the annual Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards recognise outstanding achievements in Victoria’s manufacturing industry.
Nominations for the 2024 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards are now open.
Award winners will be announced at the gala dinner Wednesday 9 October.
Nominations for the 2024 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards can be made on the eAwards website.
Read the guidelines for the 2024 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards.
Nominations will close at 11:59pm Monday 17 June 2024.
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Registrations are now open for the Land Environment Working Group 2024, in Canberra on Wednesday 10 July at Hotel Realm.
The event is Army’s key engagement with industry, where Australian Army will discuss future land capability priorities and investment plans.
Working group sessions give you the opportunity to collaborate and provide feedback to Army earlier in the capability planning stage.
Capacity is limited, book your spot now: LEWG 2024 (eventsair.com)
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Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund – Strategic Element
Expressions of interest are now open for the Global Science & Technology Diplomacy Fund - Strategic Element and are closing 31 May 2024.
$6 million in grants are available to grow international collaboration in our region, enhance Australia’s standing as a science and technology leader, and drive innovation and commercialisation in priority areas.
Grants from AUD $100,000 to $1,000,000 are available for eligible Australian organisations collaborating on key areas of science and technology with priority partner countries across the Asia-Pacific.
More info >
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Dept of Industry, Science and Resources - Cooperative Research Centres Project Grants - Round 16
The CRC Program supports industry-led collaborations between industry, researchers and the community. It’s a proven way to link researchers with industry. The focus is on research and development that will have commercial uses. Matched funding of between $100,000 and $3M over 3 years is available for industry-led collaborations between industry, researchers and the community.
The program aims to:
- improve the competitiveness, productivity and sustainability of Australian industries, especially where Australia is competitive and in government priority areas
- use high quality research to solve industry-identified problems
- encourage and help SMEs to take part in collaborative research
More info >
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Workplace Gender Equality Act Timelines
Employers must take steps to comply with the Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012. Businesses seeking to supply goods and services to the Australian Government may need to provide a Certificate of Compliance with the Act. To be eligible for a certificate you need to submit a report or seek an extension by 31 May 2024.
More info >
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| In Case You Missed These Announcements!
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| Industry Opportunities & Work Packages
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Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, has announced a $20 million investment to provide small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with greater access to vital research and development (R&D) opportunities to accelerate their growth.
The funding will allow CSIRO’s SME Connect team to support up to 750 SMEs through a range of programs and initiatives that provide facilitation, training, dollar-matched funding and support to start-ups and SMEs seeking to engage in company-led research projects.
One of the programs being supported is SME Connects flagship program, CSIRO Kick-Start. Since its inception in 2017, the Kick-Start program has facilitated over 280 company-led R&D
projects, with alumni companies collectively holding a market value exceeding $2 billion.
Dr Doug Hilton, CSIRO’s Chief Executive, emphasised the significance of this investment and the transformative impact it would have for Australia’s critical SME sector.
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The Victorian Land Systems Fund – Supply Chain Uplift Program will support Victorian defence industry businesses to work with Hanwha Defense Australia (Hanwha) as part of its supply chain. The program will help build
businesses’ capabilities so they can help Hanwha deliver the Commonwealth Government’s $1 billion Land 8116 Self-Propelled Howitzer program.
Funding will support eligible Victorian businesses to:
- gain relevant accreditations and meet industry specific compliance requirements
- prepare tenders
- undertake minor facilities upgrades and equipment fit outs
- develop new or enhance current defence products or services
- undertake defence R&D
- participate in trade missions to pursue collaboration and export opportunities.
Businesses must engage with Hanwha and receive its support before applying.
Applications to the Victorian Land Systems Fund Supply Chain Uplift Program are now open and close on 30 June 2024 or when funds have been exhausted, whichever comes first.
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Industry Growth Program - Support for Innovative SMEs to Commercialise and Grow their Business
The program supports innovative small and medium enterprises undertaking commercialisation and/or growth projects within the National Reconstruction Fund priority areas through advisory services and opportunities for matched grant funding. Minor changes or improvements to existing products or services are not considered innovative.
You will be connected to an Industry Growth Program Adviser who will provide tailored advice to support your commercialisation and/or growth project.
Once you have received this advice, you may also be able to apply for:
- grants of $50,000 to $250,000 to support early-stage commercialisation projects
- grants of $100,000 to $5 million for commercialisation and growth projects.
More info >
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Strategic Policy Grants Program
The Defence Strategic Policy Grants Program (SPGP) funds independent work to deepen public debate on strategic issues relevant to Australia and inform the development of Australia’s defence policy and strategy.
The SPGP is an annual, open and competitive grant opportunity that funds independent strategic policy-focused research and related activities, such as conferences, dialogues, simulations and seminars.
For SPGP 2024, a total of $3.5 million is available over the period between 2024 and 2027, with total funding spread across multiple grants.
The objectives of the program are to support the achievement of Defence’s purpose, mission and purpose by:
- deepening public debate about Australia’s strategic and defence policy choices
- informing the development of Australia’s defence policy and strategy
- strengthening Defence’s international and domestic partnerships
- broadening participation in Australia’s strategic and defence policy debate.
The intended outcomes of the program are:
- the publication of original, well-informed and policy-relevant research
- engagements between Defence and leading non-government experts
- events and activities involving Defence’s international and domestic counterparts
- participation by new and emerging talent in Australia’s strategic and defence policy debate.
Applications for SPGP 2024 must be lodged by organisations holding an Australian Business Number or equivalent business registration number. Individuals with different organisational affiliations can submit a joint application to SPGP 2024. This must identify a project lead as well as a lead organisation accountable to the Australian Government, through Defence, for any agreed grant activities.
To be eligible the grant activity must:
- support Defence’s purpose, mission and priorities
- satisfy one or more of the program’s objectives and outcomes
- align with priorities and challenges outlined in the Defence Strategic Review
- be new, unfunded, and distinct
from any business-as-usual activity.
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Australian Space Industry Capability Database
The Australian Space Industry Capability database will open for industry submissions from mid-July. Companies can upload information on their:
• Location
• Capability
• Workforce
The database has been developed by SIAA and is supported by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade), the Australian Space Agency, the Office of Defence Industry Support and SmartSat CRC.
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Australia Partner Network
Leidos Australia is focused on working with Australian Industry for delivery of all of our projects. We know the importance of supporting the growth of sovereign capability and would like to work with more Australian businesses at all stages of our delivery lifecycle.
We encourage Australian companies, who are interested in working with us on the opportunities identified above or on other business requirements as they arise, to complete the following registration form.
In your submission, you should highlight your experience with any relevant Defence, Intelligence, ICT and cyber capabilities and technologies. Our team will then be in touch to identify potential next steps.
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In partnership with 25eight, the Australian Defence Export Office (ADEO) has developed the Trade Event Ready Program to help business leaders fully prepare for trade events and increase the perception of Australia’s sovereign capability in the international market.
This program is fully funded for eligible Australian businesses that are looking to export defence and dual-use goods and services.
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ODIS provides a range of grants to support defence industry businesses. These grants help Australian small and medium enterprises grow to meet Defence capability needs and join global defence industry supply chains.
The ODIS Defence Business Readiness Tool (DBRT) is a platform used by our Industry Engagement Team to assess the Defence Readiness of Australian Small and Medium Enterprises. The DBRT is the first step in the journey to becoming a supplier to Defence.
To use this secure tool you must have an account. You can either sign in with an existing account or create a new one. You will need to provide your Australian Business Number (ABN) when registering your account. Get Defence Ready with DBRT 2.0 and unlock the true potential of your SME within the Defence industry!
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AusTender provides centralised publication of Australian Government business opportunities, annual procurement plans and contracts awarded.
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Grants and Programs Finder
If you’re doing business in Australia, this guided search will help you find grants, funding and support programs from across government.
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Here is a link to the ICN Gateway where you will find major Government and Defence work packages
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Is your business looking to sell to the Australian Government? The newly updated Selling to Government website has all the information and support you need to get involved in government procurement and contracting opportunities. Find out more > |
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| Domestic Event & Exhibitions
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Defence + Industry (D+I) Conference - Save the Date
The key timings for D+I 2024 are as follows:
• Wednesday, 31 July 2024
o 1600 – 1800 – Pre registration and event badge collection
o 1800 – 2000 - Welcome reception and industry networking event
• Thursday, 1 August 2024
o 0830 – 1700 - D+I Conference
Location
• Both events will be held at the National Convention Centre in Canberra.
Please ensure you save 31 July and 1 August 2024 in your diaries and keep an eye out for the next update which will include details on how to access the D+I 2024 registration portal to secure your seat.
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SAVE THE DATE
Friday, 15th November 2024
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Australian Defence Alliance Victoria Inc.
570 Bourke Street
Melbourne Victoria 3000
Australia
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