In this week's ADM premium newsletter we reflect upon the Government's decision to keep ASC within the Commonwealth fold.
ADM Editor Katherine Ziesing checked out 'Unmanned and manned teaming' offerings at Army's third annual Innovation Day and Thales has become the first member to join the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre as it seeks to boost the performance and export potential of Australian manufacturing industry.
In other news the multinational participants of KAKADU 2016 are keen for a more expanded exercise next time around and Singapore signs a Defence MoU on training.
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Government to retain a split ASC
The Federal Government will retain ownership of submarine and ship builder and sustainer ASC with its full separation into three disparate entities to be completed in 2017. more»
Army Innovation Day lives up to its name
The Army’s third Innovation Day showcased offerings from 25 companies across the theme of manned/unmanned teaming (MUM-T). more»
Thales joins AMGC's drive to boost manufacturing
Thales Australia has joined the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre [AMGC] as the first industry member after an agreement was signed late last week. more»
KAKADU ups the ante
The success of Kakadu 2016 means the next iteration of the biennial exercise is likely to be more complex and slightly longer. more»
Singapore signs Defence MoU on training
Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong will today sign the first tranche of initiatives under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership more»
Aspen Medical takes stake in Ironside Recruitment
Aspen Medical has acquired a majority shareholding in Ironside Recruitment which specialises in transition of ex-Defence members to work in other sectors more»
ADM's Defence Week Premium 418 PDF Version
The full version of the Defence Week Premium can be downloaded here as a PDF. You can also access a separate PDF of the weekly tenders and a digital copy of the newsletter. more»