Robert Kremer

Australia's Defence capabilities are getting a serious boost with the upgrade of the P-8A Poseidon fleet by Boeing Defense, Space & Security Complex Defence projects like this rely on a vast network of suppliers and subcontractors, presenting challenges for SMEs looking to secure their place in the value chain. This investment signals a continued demand for specialised skills and innovative solutions within Australia's maritime Defence sector.  Could this be your business’s chance to contribute to cutting-edge technology? AIC Connect has the expertise to navigate the complexities of the Defence industry. We'll help you identify potential opportunities and develop a winning strategy to get your work in front of key decision-makers. Let's explore how your business can tap into Australia's growing Defence capabilities. Get in touch today! https://lnkd.in/g-jygikq #DefenceIndustry #MaritimeDefence #AustralianDefence #SMEs #Opportunities #b2b

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This issue of the Army Journal is important - and I encourage you to read this article by Hannah in particular. It is good to see that some of issues considered in my 2020 paper have received detailed consideration: https://lnkd.in/eCkZkuk

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The recently concluded Air and Space Power Conference 2024 explored crucial issues within the framework of the NDS and the 2024 IIP. Conference speaker, Chief of Air Force Air Marshal Robert Chipman, AO, CSC emphasised Australia's "Strategy of Denial" as it aims to deter conflict by prioritising force generation effort on capabilities highlighting the significance of airpower modernisation. However, AIRMSHL Chipman also mentioned that balance is needed to strengthen the workforce skills and overcome inefficiencies while recognising "a stable balance power", in strengthening global alliances and partnerships mainly across the Indo-Pacific region. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g6XA2tmJ #DefenceIndustry #DefenceCapability #DefencePartnership #IndustryEngagement #DeterrenceStrategy #DefenceInnovation #ASPCon24

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🌍 AUKUS Nations Advance Hypersonic Collaboration for Strategic Edge ✈️ The AUKUS partnership—comprising Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States—continues strengthening its position at the forefront of defense innovation with a major step forward in hypersonic technologies. In a groundbreaking move, the three nations have announced they will integrate their national initiatives in hypersonic weapons and defense systems, marking a pivotal shift in the global defense landscape. This enhanced collaboration underscores the alliance’s commitment to maintaining a technological edge in a rapidly evolving and increasingly contested strategic environment. By combining its strengths in research, development, and operational capabilities, AUKUS is positioning itself to lead the way in next-generation defense systems. 🚀 Key Highlights: - Unified approach to hypersonic weapon development - Focus on enhancing defense capabilities across air, sea, and land - Strengthened strategic partnerships for future defense dominance As hypersonic technology rapidly evolves, the AUKUS nations are setting the stage for a new era in global defense, reinforcing their shared commitment to peace, security, and technological supremacy. 🔗 Learn more about the AUKUS nations' strategic advancements in hypersonic technologies here. https://lnkd.in/dat_eQcp #AUKUS #HypersonicTechnology #DefenseInnovation #NationalSecurity #StrategicPartnerships #FutureOfDefense #TechCollaboration #MilitaryTechnology #GlobalSecurity

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This Friday, we're presenting at the Department of National Defence Project Management Professional Development Seminar! 🎤 The talk will be on 'Smarter Procurement: Mitigating Schedule & Delivery Risk to Save Time and Money', delivered by Drew Schlosser and Evan Hammond 🙋‍♂️ ➡️ Understand the common reasons why delivery schedules fail including potential pitfalls and challenges you may encounter, so you can mitigate against them ➡️ Discover key steps for procurement success: the session will help you to work smarter, save time and money, and mitigate delivery risk ➡️ Take away the tips and lessons learned from the session to apply to future procurement projects, helping you to excel in your role and achieve better outcomes ➡️ Learn first-hand from an experienced global procurement leader: Drew has supported some of Canada’s top projects including the Canadian Surface Combatant and will provide invaluable insights into best practice

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OPINION: "There are many examples of such underinvestment in the navy’s enabling capabilities. The failure to maintain and expand these powers now could leave the country dangerously exposed in the event of a maritime crisis. The underinvestment and lack of preparedness come at a time when Australia’s defence strategy has stopped assuming that the country will get a 10-year warning period of an emerging conflict. "Despite the Australian government’s recent Defence budget uplift in May, the funding allocation, which equates to about 2.1 per cent of GDP, is simply not enough to tackle the issues. While the figure in nominal terms might be historic, in real terms as a percentage of GDP, it is low—particularly at a time when Defence, and specifically the navy, are going through a major recapitalisation following the underinvestment since the end of the Cold War. "According to the 2024 Australian National Defence Strategy, the country is facing its most challenging strategic environment since World War II. Yet, this has not been met with equally robust investment." Full article link in comments.

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The Australian Government has recently released various reviews and strategy papers which provide guidance for Australian defence industry; including outlining seven key areas as part of its Sovereign Defence Industry Priorities (SDIPs). Three key priority areas for Nova Systems, an Australian owned and controlled company of 1000 professionals globally, are Test and Evaluation, Certification and Systems Assurance (T&ECSA), Autonomous Systems and Digital Engineering. T&ECSA was recognised as one of the SDIPs - and is arguably one of the most important. It plays a critical role across all elements of the life of a platform or system and runs across all other SDIPs. As stated in SDIP 7: “Its role is to assure that capabilities are safe and operationally viable through the provision of objective evidence to quantify the risk of new technologies, concepts or capabilities on warfighting operations”.

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Uncertain times call for trusted partners. Partners who are equally committed to the mission and role of the Royal Australian Navy. We have been growing as an Australian company since 2012 to develop Australia's largest local, dedicated, naval engineering design and sustainment capability. Australians supporting #Australia, doing the work in Australia. We've built the relationships, the understanding and expertise that the RAN relies on to be a credible force deterrent. We're here to ensure that our Navy has the tools, systems and platforms they need to navigate the future. #defenceindustry #YourADF Defence Australia #sovereigncapability #navalshipbuilding Richard Marles Pat Conroy Jim McDowell #supplychain #navalarchitecture #engineeringcapability

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Andrew Horton, Chief Operating Officer of Australian Strategic Policy Institute. "The AUKUS pact, with its focus on advanced capabilities such as nuclear-powered submarines and hypersonic weapons, further intensifies the pressure on the ADF to close its skills gap. The pact’s success hinges on the seamless collaboration and technological interoperability of the three partners. However, if the ADF lacks the necessary expertise, it risks becoming a liability, hindering the pact’s full potential. As John Blaxland SFHEA FRSN, professor of international security and intelligence studies at the The Australian National University, succinctly puts it, ‘AUKUS is a wake-up call for the ADF to invest in the skills and capabilities that will be essential for the future of warfare.’ Many of our allies and like-minded nations are making significant strides in military technology and innovation. The US invests heavily in attracting top STEM talent and fosters a culture of innovation within its armed forces. Israel, renowned for its technological prowess, has seamlessly integrated cutting-edge technologies into its military doctrine. In contrast, Australia’s progress in adapting to the digital age has been slow and incremental. The ADF’s chief, General Angus Campbell, acknowledged that in a 2021 speech, stating, ‘We are not moving fast enough in embracing new technologies and ways of operating.’ That lag could undermine Australia’s ability to effectively collaborate with allies and deter potential adversaries. A 2022 report by the Australian Industry Group noted that 83 percent of businesses in the defence industry sector are experiencing skills shortages, further emphasising the depth of the challenge."

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I am looking forward to learning more about JOSCAR and it's 'one to many' principle. #defence #australia #australiandefence #smes #australiansme #solutions #joscar #supplychain #systems #departmentofdefence #primes #australianprimes #costimprovement #improvement

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Australia, the United Kingdom (UK) and the United States (US) have finalised the establishment of an export licence-free environment, unlocking billions of dollars of investment and cutting red tape for Australian industry and our AUKUS partners. Delivering on our collective commitment just over a year ago to streamline defence trade, AUKUS partners have implemented generational legislative reforms that provide reciprocal national exemptions from our respective export control frameworks. Together, our respective national exemptions remove the licencing requirements for most controlled goods, technologies and services exported, re-exported or transferred to, or within, AUKUS nations. This will be critical in driving scientific and technological collaboration, including under AUKUS Pillar II Advanced Capabilities. From 1 September 2024, AUKUS partners will operate in this new export licence-free environment, significantly boosting defence trade and innovation. It will support unprecedented levels of advanced scientific, technological and industrial cooperation, fast‑tracking the delivery of high-end capabilities to the Australian Defence Force. Importantly, the new licence-free environment removes barriers to trade and collaboration and reduces costs to local businesses, supporting industry, higher education and research sectors in all three nations. This milestone delivers on key reforms that defence industry has been calling on for years.  The changes to our export control mechanisms will enable: ▪ Licence-free trade for over 70 per cent of defence exports from the US to Australia that are subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations. ▪ Licence-free trade for over 80 per cent of defence trade from the US to Australia that are subject to Export Administration Regulations.  ▪ The elimination of around 900 export permits required under the previous export controls from Australia to the US and UK valued at $5 billion per year. ▪ The removal of approximately 200 export permits required for defence exports from the UK to Australia valued at over $129 million per year. Australia has implemented national exemptions for the UK and the US through the Defence Trade Controls Amendment Act 2024 and associated regulations. The US provided national exemptions through amendments to its International Traffic in Arms Regulations and Export Administration Regulations, and the UK provided national exemptions through an AUKUS-specific Open General Export Licence. The Australian Government committed $28 million in the 2024-25 Budget to implement reforms under the Defence Trade Controls Amendment Act 2024, including to support industry engagement and accelerate trade between AUKUS partners.

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Australia, the United Kingdom (UK) and the United States (US) have finalised the establishment of an export licence-free environment, unlocking billions of dollars of investment and cutting red tape for Australian industry and our AUKUS partners. Delivering on our collective commitment just over a year ago to streamline defence trade, AUKUS partners have implemented generational legislative reforms that provide reciprocal national exemptions from our respective export control frameworks. Together, our respective national exemptions remove the licencing requirements for most controlled goods, technologies and services exported, re-exported or transferred to, or within, AUKUS nations. This will be critical in driving scientific and technological collaboration, including under AUKUS Pillar II Advanced Capabilities. From 1 September 2024, AUKUS partners will operate in this new export licence-free environment, significantly boosting defence trade and innovation. It will support unprecedented levels of advanced scientific, technological and industrial cooperation, fast‑tracking the delivery of high-end capabilities to the Australian Defence Force. Importantly, the new licence-free environment removes barriers to trade and collaboration and reduces costs to local businesses, supporting industry, higher education and research sectors in all three nations. This milestone delivers on key reforms that defence industry has been calling on for years.  The changes to our export control mechanisms will enable: ▪ Licence-free trade for over 70 per cent of defence exports from the US to Australia that are subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations. ▪ Licence-free trade for over 80 per cent of defence trade from the US to Australia that are subject to Export Administration Regulations.  ▪ The elimination of around 900 export permits required under the previous export controls from Australia to the US and UK valued at $5 billion per year. ▪ The removal of approximately 200 export permits required for defence exports from the UK to Australia valued at over $129 million per year. Australia has implemented national exemptions for the UK and the US through the Defence Trade Controls Amendment Act 2024 and associated regulations. The US provided national exemptions through amendments to its International Traffic in Arms Regulations and Export Administration Regulations, and the UK provided national exemptions through an AUKUS-specific Open General Export Licence. The Australian Government committed $28 million in the 2024-25 Budget to implement reforms under the Defence Trade Controls Amendment Act 2024, including to support industry engagement and accelerate trade between AUKUS partners.

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Australia, the United Kingdom (UK) and the United States (US) have finalised the establishment of an export licence-free environment, unlocking billions of dollars of investment and cutting red tape for Australian industry and our AUKUS partners. Delivering on our collective commitment just over a year ago to streamline defence trade, AUKUS partners have implemented generational legislative reforms that provide reciprocal national exemptions from our respective export control frameworks. Together, our respective national exemptions remove the licencing requirements for most controlled goods, technologies and services exported, re-exported or transferred to, or within, AUKUS nations. This will be critical in driving scientific and technological collaboration, including under AUKUS Pillar II Advanced Capabilities. From 1 September 2024, AUKUS partners will operate in this new export licence-free environment, significantly boosting defence trade and innovation. It will support unprecedented levels of advanced scientific, technological and industrial cooperation, fast‑tracking the delivery of high-end capabilities to the Australian Defence Force. Importantly, the new licence-free environment removes barriers to trade and collaboration and reduces costs to local businesses, supporting industry, higher education and research sectors in all three nations. This milestone delivers on key reforms that defence industry has been calling on for years.  The changes to our export control mechanisms will enable: ▪ Licence-free trade for over 70 per cent of defence exports from the US to Australia that are subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations. ▪ Licence-free trade for over 80 per cent of defence trade from the US to Australia that are subject to Export Administration Regulations.  ▪ The elimination of around 900 export permits required under the previous export controls from Australia to the US and UK valued at $5 billion per year. ▪ The removal of approximately 200 export permits required for defence exports from the UK to Australia valued at over $129 million per year. Australia has implemented national exemptions for the UK and the US through the Defence Trade Controls Amendment Act 2024 and associated regulations. The US provided national exemptions through amendments to its International Traffic in Arms Regulations and Export Administration Regulations, and the UK provided national exemptions through an AUKUS-specific Open General Export Licence. The Australian Government committed $28 million in the 2024-25 Budget to implement reforms under the Defence Trade Controls Amendment Act 2024, including to support industry engagement and accelerate trade between AUKUS partners.

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Australia, the United Kingdom (UK) and the United States (US) have finalised the establishment of an export licence-free environment, unlocking billions of dollars of investment and cutting red tape for Australian industry and our AUKUS partners. Delivering on our collective commitment just over a year ago to streamline defence trade, AUKUS partners have implemented generational legislative reforms that provide reciprocal national exemptions from our respective export control frameworks. Together, our respective national exemptions remove the licencing requirements for most controlled goods, technologies and services exported, re-exported or transferred to, or within, AUKUS nations. This will be critical in driving scientific and technological collaboration, including under AUKUS Pillar II Advanced Capabilities. From 1 September 2024, AUKUS partners will operate in this new export licence-free environment, significantly boosting defence trade and innovation. It will support unprecedented levels of advanced scientific, technological and industrial cooperation, fast‑tracking the delivery of high-end capabilities to the Australian Defence Force. Importantly, the new licence-free environment removes barriers to trade and collaboration and reduces costs to local businesses, supporting industry, higher education and research sectors in all three nations. This milestone delivers on key reforms that defence industry has been calling on for years.  The changes to our export control mechanisms will enable: ▪ Licence-free trade for over 70 per cent of defence exports from the US to Australia that are subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations. ▪ Licence-free trade for over 80 per cent of defence trade from the US to Australia that are subject to Export Administration Regulations.  ▪ The elimination of around 900 export permits required under the previous export controls from Australia to the US and UK valued at $5 billion per year. ▪ The removal of approximately 200 export permits required for defence exports from the UK to Australia valued at over $129 million per year. Australia has implemented national exemptions for the UK and the US through the Defence Trade Controls Amendment Act 2024 and associated regulations. The US provided national exemptions through amendments to its International Traffic in Arms Regulations and Export Administration Regulations, and the UK provided national exemptions through an AUKUS-specific Open General Export Licence. The Australian Government committed $28 million in the 2024-25 Budget to implement reforms under the Defence Trade Controls Amendment Act 2024, including to support industry engagement and accelerate trade between AUKUS partners.

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❗❗❗ Opportunity Alert - the Accelerating Sovereign Industrial Capabilities (ASIC) Program! The Defence Trailblazer is seeking Expressions of Interest from Australian #industry for funding to enable faster commercialisation of larger scale defence R&D activities and collaborations focused on delivering capabilities in the #Sovereign Defence Industrial Priorities . Up to $12M matching cash funding will be available. Projects must involve at least one of the Defence Trailblazer universities (Adelaide and/or UNSW). Preference will be given to proposals that demonstrate an ability to build scale in research and development with a stronger weighting given towards SME led and multi-party project proposals; and projects which also include substantial in-kind contributions from industry. 🤝📊Webinar An information webinar will be held 1:00pm (AEST), Wednesday 5 June 2024. Register herehttps://lnkd.in/g7vjPi87 🎯EoIs are due 10 July 2024. 👉Learn more about the ASIC program https://lnkd.in/gSVddMZc 📷 Defence Trailblazer The Defence Science Institute #opportunity #

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ASCA is working with industry to implement the Defence Industry Development Strategy (DIDS), and deliver an innovative, resilient and competitive defence industrial base that creates a stronger, more secure Australia. See how #ASCAaus is playing a vital role in the implementation of the DIDS to accelerate innovation into capability: https://lnkd.in/g-f2jmBM

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