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Utilising technology to save the lives of military veterans, Chris Rhyss Edwards, Soldier.ly
13 juni 2019 · 27 min
Veteran Chris Rhyss Edwards came within moments of taking his own life. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, he recounts how it was an SMS at exactly the right time which changed that decision and is the reason that he is alive today. Joining host Phil Tarrant, Edwards shares how this occurrence shaped his decision to explore how technology could be used to avoid veteran suicides, unpack the technology that he is developing and share how Soldier.ly is future-proofing its business plan to utilise new and upcoming technology. Edwards reveals his advice for those looking to start a business in the defence sector, who he is hoping to recruit as part of his team, and the biggest challenges facing Soldier.ly today. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Supporting allies, growing economies - Richard Cho, Hanwha Defense Australia
6 juni 2019 · 30 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Richard Cho, managing director and vice president, Hanwha Defense Australia outlines the South Korean industrial giant's plans for LAND 400 Phase 3 and LAND 8112. Joining host Phil Tarrant, Mr Cho also discusses the importance of the strategic partnership between Australia and South Korea and the long-term ambitions of Hanwha. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Reflecting on an almost 18-year career with the Royal Australian Navy, Lieutenant Commander Elizabeth Raymond
30 mei 2019 · 27 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Lieutenant Commander Elizabeth Raymond recounts that almost half of her life has been spent within the Royal Australian Navy. Joining host Phil Tarrant, LCDR Raymond reflects on this time, discussing the recruitment process, her first day in uniform and the change that she has seen in the sector since. LCDR Raymond reveals the decisions that shaped her career path within Navy and discusses her role today, which sees her working as Staff Officer to Commander Australian Fleet, Rear Admiral Jonathan Mead, who also recently appeared on the show. Believing now to be an exciting time to be in Defence and the defence industry, LCDR Raymond reveals what is next for her career, how they are ensuring that top talent stays within RAN, and the shift taking place in the hiring of new recruits. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Commemorating Australia's military history, Dr Brendan Nelson AO, Australian War Memorial
23 mei 2019 · 37 min
Dr Brendan Nelson AO's role as director of the Australian War Memorial is one of great responsibility, reflecting on the lives lived and lost during Australia's time at war. It is a role where Dr Nelson reveals he showcases stories in the context of war, which are so often not about war itself but a celebration of the Australian spirit. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Dr Nelson joins host Phil Tarrant to reflect on his time before his current director role, including his tenure as Australia's ambassador to NATO in Brussels, and share the plans for the development of the Australian War Memorial, with almost $500 million to be invested in the centre in the coming nine years. Finally, he will discuss the opening of the Afghanistan exhibition and the shift towards greater defence industry involvement in the memorial. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Engineering the defence vehicle of today for 30 years of service in the battlefield, Kevin Wall, Thales
16 mei 2019 · 25 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by vice president of vehicles and tactical systems at Thales, Kevin Wall, who will discuss the capabilities of land vehicles currently in service within Australian Army, those about to go into service, and the role of Thales in future-proofing emerging technology to meet the needs of a future defence industry. Wall will discuss the Bushmaster program's place in current defence industry, Thales' ambitions for the program in regard to upgrades and design, its competition in the market, and the opportunities that opening the program to the wider export market would generate. He will also unpack the emerging Hawkei program and discuss export opportunities outside of military vehicles, including the F90 rifle and exporting training in the defence sector. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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The limitless applications and utilities of a growing drone ecosystem, Rob Sutton, Mirragin Aerospace Consulting
9 mei 2019 · 30 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by engineer, project manager and solution integrator at Mirragin Aerospace Consulting, Rob Sutton, to discuss Australia's role as a leader in the growing drone sector and its place in defence industry. Sutton will share how Mirragin is tailoring solutions to an array of clients while unpacking the vast capability of drone technology across multiple industries in everything from communications to surveillance and maintenance. Having served with the military himself, Sutton will reflect on his time in uniform and the transition of his interests into the drone sector, and discuss Australia's place in the future of the technology. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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How the integration of autonomous systems is shifting the future of minehunting, Gene Cumm, Northrop Grumman
2 mei 2019 · 26 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by the director of international mine warfare programs at Northrop Grumman Corporation, Gene Cumm, to discuss how they are aiding the development of an autonomous future for the minehunting sector. Cumm will define minehunting versus minesweeping, discuss the transition into an autonomous minehunting model that Northrop Grumman is currently implementing, and analyse its effectiveness compared with a more traditional method. With the shift to an autonomous system having faced some challenges, Cumm will reveal how the company's work with the Autonomous Warrior program last year has attracted an influx of interest from defence partners, how the technology is being shaped, and the opportunities available to SMEs should the Australian Defence Force implement the demonstrated technology. Finally, Cumm will discuss the upcoming demonstrations in the Queensland area that Northrop Grumman will be involved in, and share his thoughts on the benefit of defence personnel seeing the system operate in their navy's own waters. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Realising the benefits of veterans in the workforce – life after uniform, Mat Jones, Soldier On Australia
25 april 2019 · 31 min
This Anzac Day, Soldier On Australia is conducting an awareness and education campaign in honour of those Australians who returned from war 100 years ago, and to support the ongoing services that they continue to offer to veterans and their families. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Soldier On CEO Mat Jones, who discusses the campaign, his journey into the role that he is in today, and the programs that Soldier On is conducting to help defence personnel transition into life after service. He will address the shift in dialogue in recent years away from the stigmatisation of mental health issues and the acceptance of mental health conditions as an "injury" like any other, reveal the types of roles that veterans are shifting into, and why he believes that one of the key concerns facing the sector is collaboration across companies, departments, and various stakeholders involved in the life after service transition process. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Gaining operational advantage through the use of multi-static technology, David Eyles, Thales
18 april 2019 · 25 min
Having previously covered his role as capture leader for the SEA 5000 program, David Eyles of Thales again joins host Phil Tarrant on the Defence Connect Podcast to discuss multi-static technology, the developments that it has seen since its inception, and how it will be utilised in the roll out of the Type 26 Hunter Class frigate. Eyles will address the operational benefits that can result from utilising the technology, compare bi-statics with multi-statics, and reflect on some of the challenges that have arisen in developing the technology. Finally, they will discuss cross integration of the technology within Defence, the transfer of information through multi-statics, and Thales' role in creating technology today for the Defence Force of tomorrow. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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On site at the Avalon Airshow 2019
11 april 2019 · 57 min
In this special compilation episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by multiple attendants of the Avalon International Airshow and Defence Exposition to discuss their roles in defence industry. First to join the show is Air Marshal (Ret'd) Greg Bagwell, CB, CBE, to reflect on his 36 years in the RAF and discuss his current role as executive vice president of business development for Cobham. He will discuss his transition from uniform to the corporate defence sector, discuss the need for education around air power and discuss the similarities and synergies between the UK and Australian air force sectors. Josh Polette, director of strategic initiatives with Thales Australia, is next to join the show and will discuss Thales' immersion the space sector, including unpacking its rich history within the area, share his thoughts around the Australian Space Agency and some of the opportunities and challenges that will arise as a result. Mark Burgess, the CEO and managing director at Quickstep Holdings, is next to join host Phil Tarrant. He previously joined the show when he was only two months into his current role to discuss his ambitious plans of reshaping the strategies and practices within the company. Burgess will share how Quickstep has achieved a huge uptick in productivity, the work that it is currently involved in, including its F-35 partnership, and share his tips for other SMEs looking to enter the global supply chain. Finally, Doug Shaffer, the program manager for the MQ-4C Triton at Northrop Grumman, will discuss the program, compare the Global Hawk to the Triton, and talk about the proposals and bids that Northrop Grumman currently has underway. Shaffer will share his thoughts around comparable autonomous systems, the interest in the Triton outside of Australia and the different stakeholders that will benefit from the implementation of the technology. Lees meer
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Avalon Airshow 2019 – The future of Australian air power special
5 april 2019 · 48 min
In this special episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, recorded live on site at the 2019 Avalon International Airshow and Defence Exposition, host Phil Tarrant is joined by new Victorian defence industry advocate John O'Callaghan to talk about the integration of Victoria's defence industry in the defence supply chain; Andrew Pryor, business development director at Northrop Grumman Technology Services; and Michael Hardy, general manager, modelling, simulation and training at KBRwyle. Lees meer
O'Callaghan will discuss the evolution of Victoria's defence industry and the growing capability of the SME sector to support large-scale projects like LAND 400 Phase 2, SEA 1000 and SEA 5000, as well as the role of collaboration between the various state and territory defence industry advocates and their organisations to help support the Commonwealth government's agenda for development of ADF capability.
During the discussion, Pryor will focus on the role Northrop Grumman is playing in supporting key Royal Australian Air Force capabilities, like the KC-30A Multi Role Tanker Transport and the C-27J Spartan airlifter, and the importance of close collaboration and relationships between industry and Defence to enhance the capability and service life of key capabilities.
Finally, Hardy will discuss the shifting nature of training, modelling and simulation in supporting the next-generation warfighter. He will focus on the growing place for augmented and enhanced reality training simulation technology and the training requirements of a fifth-generation ADF.
Enjoy the podcast,
The Defence Connect team
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Sustainment driving the development of Australia's future aerospace workforce
28 maart 2019 · 12 min
In this special episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, recorded live on site in Avalon on day two of the Australian International Airshow and Aerospace and Defence Exposition, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Lockheed Martin Australia chief executive Vince Di Pietro and Professor Deborah Hodgson from the University of Newcastle to discuss the Altitude Accord and the role defence primes play in supporting the development of Australia's future workforce. Lees meer
They will talk about the role defence primes like Lockheed Martin Australia play in supporting the development of regional Australia and the impact the Altitude Accord, signed between Regional Development Australia Hunter, Lockheed Martin Australia and the University of Newcastle, will have in creating economic opportunities.
As the program of focus for Australia's F-35s has shifted from acquisition to the operational and sustainment stage, Di Pietro and Professor Hodgson will discuss the importance of the support provided by primes like Lockheed Martin in supporting the $1 billion defence and aerospace industry in the Hunter region, while also looking at the role tertiary education institutions like the University of Newcastle can play in supporting Defence and industry.Finally, they will address the role of nurturing the growing talent pool of regional Australia and the investment model for industry and academic collaboration, which will play a critical role in supporting the long-term development of Australia's future defence and aerospace workforce.
Enjoy the podcast,
The Defence Connect team
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The challenges and opportunities facing the Australian defence sector, Dr Malcolm Davis, Australian Strategic Policy Institute
21 maart 2019 · 32 min
In this special episode of the Defence Connect Podcast recorded live on-site at the Avalon International Airshow and Defence Exposition, host Phil Tarrant is joined by the senior analyst of defence strategy and capability at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, Dr Malcolm Davis, and Defence Connect journalist Steve Kuper to discuss some of the challenges facing the Australian defence landscape. Lees meer
Dr Davis will share his thoughts on Australia's position in the global defence environment, discussing the likelihood of Australia being at direct threat and how Australian involvement could look in future conflicts. He will address the gap that he believes has been created with the retirement of the F-111 and will also expand his take on the attitudes of defence leaders towards long-range strike capability.
Finally, they will address the 2016 Defence White Paper and its relevance in the current defence climate, the push to keep Australian training and knowledge within Australia, and why communication with the US defence sector is paramount to our success.
Enjoy the podcast,
The Defence Connect team
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Creating AI technology that supports human operators in transport vehicle efficiency, Patrick Nolan and Alexander Robinson, Seeing Machines
14 maart 2019 · 28 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Seeing Machines general manager Patrick Nolan and flight simulation and training lead Alexander Robinson join host Phil Tarrant to discuss the work that they are completing in the human factors science sector to create AI technology that observes driver habits and attention, and the opportunities that such technology is presenting in training within the RAAF. They will reflect on the history of the company, having been founded out of the Australian National University in Canberra, the challenge of matching technological capabilities with industry requirements, and how the scope of transport vehicles that they are serving has grown and developed. Nolan and Robinson will address how their technology is being implemented in pilot training with the RAAF, the type of data that can be obtained and how that information is being best utilised, and how it is aiding in the success and cost effectiveness of pilot training. Finally, they analyse their point of difference in the market against those with similar product offerings to Seeing Machines, discuss how their technology is being implemented into various vehicles and systems, and the projects that they are currently involved in within defence industry. Lees meer
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Revolutionising the business models and outputs of Australian SMEs, Gary Hogan, Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute
7 maart 2019 · 32 min
As the executive director of the Australian postgraduate research internship program at the Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute, Gary Hogan is bridging the gap between SMEs and academic research and intelligence. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Hogan joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss this little-known program and how it can, in his opinion, revolutionise the business models and outputs of various SMEs. He will talk about how SMEs can find an academic expert to solve a technical concern or innovation within their company, how this relationship is structured in terms of the created intellectual property, and how the government rebate subsidisation can reduce financial outlay. Finally, Hogan will discuss why he is such an advocate of the opportunities that the program offers, reveal his thoughts surrounding a push for more women to be involved in the sector, and how interested SMEs can utilise the services. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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How a condition-based maintenance approach is aiding sustainment in the F-35 program
28 februari 2019 · 21 min
In this special episode of the Defence Connect Podcast recorded live on site in Avalon on day one of the Australian International Airshow and Aerospace & Defence Exposition, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Lockheed Martin's Steve Sheehy, BD VP for F-35 sustainment; Andrew Doyle, Australian sustainment lead; and Greg Ulmer, F-35 executive vice president and general manager to discuss the progress of the F-35 program on both an Australian and global level. They will talk about how they are tracking the development and performance of all elements of the aircraft, their deliberate goal to reduce the sustainment price and how they are accomplishing this benchmark. With the program placing a focus on a condition-based maintenance approach, they will discuss the generational differences in reaction and support that they are seeing from those involved, the responsibilities of Australia within the global execution of the program, and how the program is utilising the strengths of each of the involved parties in creating a collaborative joint program. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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The shift from consulting business to specialised engineering leader, Greg Barsby, QuinetiQ
21 februari 2019 · 23 min
Greg Barsby, the managing director of QuinetiQ Australia first joined the Defence Connect podcast during Avalon 2017 to discuss their announcement of the acquisition of logistics support and project management business Rubicon. Greg now joins us to discuss what made that integration a success, and how they have capitalised on this growth opportunity. In their shift from consulting business to engineering leader, Barsby will unpack the challenges that they have faced along the way, the programs that they are currently involved in, and the fundamentals of their relationship with DST. Finally, Barsby will explain how they differentiate themselves from other organisations in terms of incentivisation, rewards and recognition for their team, the culture and attributes that they are trying to nurture within the business and how they are striving to be a workforce rich in "diversity of thought". Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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The process, rigour and role of a chief defence scientist, Professor Alex Zelinsky AO, University of Newcastle
14 februari 2019 · 40 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, the now vice-chancellor and president of the University of Newcastle, Alex Zelinsky, joins host Phil Tarrant to reflect on his previous role as chief defence scientist and head of Defence Science and Technology (DST). Zelinsky will discuss the expectations of the position within defence industry, share his thoughts surrounding the 2006 white paper and reveal the role of academics in their decision-making process. Discussing his recent appointment with the University of Newcastle, Zelinsky will share how he sees the position as a role to incite real change in the sector, and address how the university's direct relationship with the end user is resulting in better-tailored solutions to problems and ultimately further research into defence industry. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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The relationship between air cadets and the RAAF, Wing Commander (AAFC) Paul Martin Hughes JP
7 februari 2019 · 33 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Wing Commander (AAFC) Paul Martin Hughes JP joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss his role in shaping the future of the RAAF by attracting talented youth into the sector. WGCDR (AAFC) Martin Hughes will reflect on his journey to his current position, what his responsibilities now entail, and how the voluntary nature of the role for himself and those around him impacts the results that they strive to achieve. He will examine the relationship between RAAF infrastructure and the cadets program, whether it will aid those involved to seek further involvement in the services and share how his full-time career within the mental health sector sees synergies with the work that he does with the No. 3 Wing Air Force Cadets. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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How growing expectations within defence industry are providing opportunities for SMEs, Greg Whitehouse, Precision Technic Defence Pty Ltd
31 januari 2019 · 30 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, managing director of Precision Technic Defence Pty Ltd, Greg Whitehouse joins host Phil Tarrant to reflect on his history within the services and unpack how it has led to his position as managing director with the organisation. Whitehouse will discuss the technology that they are involved in creating, the satisfaction that comes from seeing that technology being used in the field and how the evolution of the relationship between SMEs and defence personnel has led to the creation of technology which better meets the end user. Greg will share his thoughts on how the expectations of defence have shifted as a result of technological advances in the civilian sector, and discuss how a government change could impact the SME space and address the ongoing development of Precision Technic Defence Pty Ltd and how their team could look in the future. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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How a changing Australian Defence Force will shape the benchmarks that Air Combat Group strive to achieve, Mike Kitcher, Air Combat Group – RAAF
24 januari 2019 · 41 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Air Commodore Mike Kitcher, Commander Air Combat Group to discuss their position in the development of the future of the Royal Australian Air Force. Kitcher will share his thoughts surrounding the arrival of the F35 fighter jets, and discuss how better connectivity across the ADF will lead to a stronger collective joint war fighting capability. Kitcher will discuss his history within the services, the direction that his position takes in the greater defence landscape, and reveal his plan for training in the drive toward IOC. Reflecting on his time in the industry Kitcher will discuss how quality standards have shifted over the years, provide an update on the roll-out of Plan Jericho and discuss the role of defence professionals in the creation of a united defence force. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Enhancing the future of Australia's unmanned undersea capabilities, Gavin Henry & Daniel Dent, Thales
17 januari 2019 · 32 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Henry, business development, and Dent, R&D project manager,from Thales Underwater Systems will unpack the growing synergies between industry and Defence to respond to emerging and existing threats in the underwater domain. The pair will also discuss the growing export opportunities emerging throughout the Indo-Pacific and European regions, on the back of Thales local research and development and sovereign industry capability across autonomous systems, mine hunting and the underwater domain. Additionally, the pair will focus on complex system capabilities that Thales Underwater Systems is developing in Australia to support the Royal Australian Navy's operational goals, while reducing the risk to human operators through the integration of autonomous systems. These developments also provide the opportunity for developing key relationships between industry, Defence and broader global customers. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team. Lees meer
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How naval shipbuilding is shaping the future of Australian defence, Rear Admiral Jonathan Mead, Royal Australian Navy
10 januari 2019 · 34 min
2018 has been a year dominated by naval shipbuilding in Australia. Defence Connect Podcast host Phil Tarrant is joined by Rear Admiral Jonathan Mead, Commander of the Australian Fleet, for an in-depth conversation about the $90 billion naval shipbuilding plan, industry opportunities and the operational utility of a larger fleet. RADM Mead will unpack his experience across Navy's growing procurement agenda, his current role and responsibilities within the service, and a focus on attracting and retaining the right talent within the broader ADF. He will also address the media scrutiny surrounding shipbuilding programs, including the Hunter Class frigates and Attack Class submarines, and how the upcoming venture will shape Australia's naval shipbuilding sector going forward. Finally, the pair will also discuss how Navy is committed to improving relationships with industry to improve the speed and efficiency of the procurement process while ensuring that Navy maintains its technological edge now and into the future. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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The top topics and commentary impacting the defence sector across 2018
27 december 2018 · 29 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Defence Connect journalist Stephen Kuper to discuss the stories that made the most impact on the Defence Connect audience in 2018. They will discuss a year dominated by naval shipbuilding, with almost half of the top 20 stories being centred around the SEA 5000 future frigate program, and both Phil and Stephen will discuss the podcasts that they consider to be must-listens. Phil and Stephen will also provide some insight into what can be expected from Defence Connect in 2019, and share where you can next meet the team. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Balancing the needs of both the defence and civilian sectors, Angus Hutchinson, Thomas Global Systems
20 december 2018 · 23 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by the CEO of Thomas Global Systems, Angus Hutchinson, who shares his thoughts surrounding collaboration within the SME sector and discusses the unique position of Thomas Global Systems, which operates across both the defence and civilian sectors. Hutchinson reveals some of the projects that Thomas Global Systems is currently involved with and how the recently acquired contract from the Defence Innovation Hub will impact its capabilities going forward. He will also discuss some of the challenges currently facing SMEs, how the company is attracting a talented workforce and address the future of Thomas Global Systems. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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How SMEs can launch business connections with the Australian Defence Force, Matt Hill, Shadow Business Development
13 december 2018 · 22 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by the director of Shadow Business Development, Matt Hill, who will address the benefit for SMEs to seek involvement in trade shows both in Australia and abroad. Hill will share some of his tactics for maximising exposure at these events and how governments push to make Australia a major defence exporter creates huge opportunity for SMEs within the sector. He will reveal the mistake that many make when trying to connect with industry, the importance of being inviting and engaging, and reveal the must-attend upcoming trade shows for SMEs. The pair will also talk about the changing defence sector landscape, with Hill sharing his thoughts on why such rapid change is occurring and discussing the future of Shadow Business Development. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Looking back on an extensive defence career, Bob Love, Babcock (Aus/NZ)
6 december 2018 · 32 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by the deputy CEO and managing director maritime at Babcock Australia and New Zealand Bob Love, who will look back at his long and varied career in defence, and share his thoughts surrounding Australia as a shipbuilding hub. Love will discuss his involvement with Babcock, BMT and the Royal Navy, including his part in the major construction acquisition of aircraft carriers. He will share how the UK relationship between services and industry differs to the Australian sector, and why he believes that the Australian defence industry has a unique advantage in comparison with other countries. Having received an Order of the British Empire from the Queen for his involvement in the recovery of HMS Nottingham off the coast of Australia, Love will discuss the story behind it and share his plans to turn the story into a book upon his retirement. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Creating a 'digital twin' of any solid, liquid or gas object, Haggai Alon, Security Matters
28 november 2018 · 23 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by the chief executive of Israeli start-up Security Matters, Haggai Alon, to discuss how through the identification of a security breach by the Israeli government 12 years ago, they were able to launch a business with an ambitious goal – to be recognised as the global record of physical goods by creating digital twins of physical products. Alon will discuss the practical defence application of their technology, which is able to mark and make identifiable any solid, liquid or gas and ultimately track its value, batch origin, movements and date of production, and also unpack Security Matters' decision to recently list on the Australian Stock Exchange. With Australia being its first development outside of the Israeli market, Alon will discuss the decision to seek Australian investment, and analyse the culture of tech innovation within the Israeli technology space. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Innovating and developing modern leadership practice in an evolving defence force, Major General Fergus (Gus) McLachlan AO, Australian Army
22 november 2018 · 34 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Major General Fergus (Gus) McLachlan AO of the Australian Army, who will discuss how the services are implementing modern leadership and best equipping themselves for the future. MAJGEN McLachlan will discuss the recent Anzac centenary and how, as a department, Army is navigating the task of retaining the spirit and traditions of history, while also innovating in an industry that has become increasingly more collaborative. He will discuss how this collaboration is aiding the development and training of defence industry, and why some have concerns over the changing environment. Acknowledging the differences between the Army today compared with the more traditional model, MAJGEN McLachlan will discuss why Army technology has previously been so segregated, and why there is a push going forward to create a network of technology that connects deployed land combat systems so that further technological developments could be implemented almost seamlessly. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Breaking into the export market as an SME, Amanda Holt, SYPAQ Systems
15 november 2018 · 29 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Amanda Holt, the chief executive of SYPAQ Systems, who will share her advice for SMEs looking to navigate and capitalise on the Commonwealth government's defence industry export agenda. Holt will address the challenges that they have faced, the importance of Australian Defence Force involvement as a catalyst for creating export opportunities, and share how SYPAQ has taken advantage of innovation events as a way of connecting their products with the end users. With a role on the CDIC advisory board, Holt will unpack both her position within the organisation and the role that the board plays in the defence sector. She will share her plans for SYPAQ going forward, which will see the business grow exponentially in the coming five years, and discuss her thoughts on potential leadership changes as a result of the looming federal election. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Developing the number one drone safety system on the market, Eden Attias, ParaZero
8 november 2018 · 24 min
With drones growing in popularity for recreational and commercial applications, and Australia one of the leaders in utilising the technology in defence industry, the concept of drone safety both in order to protect the machine and also those on the ground is an important consideration. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Eden Attias, the managing director of ParaZero, a leading drone safety system manufacturer that specialises in drone safety throughout the production process and also offer retrofit options. Attias will unpack how his experience within the Israeli Ministry of Defence has aided his business growth, ParaZero's plans for Australian investment within their organisation and some of the biggest inhibitors facing drone technology within Australia. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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How this Australian Young Engineer of the Year is giving back to defence industry, Stephen Bornstein, Cyborg Dynamics Engineering
1 november 2018 · 27 min
Founded by 2017 Australian Young Engineer of the Year Stephen Bornstein, Cyborg Dynamics Engineering has a simple mission to turn great ideas into real products and be a leader in innovation in a variety of engineering sectors, including defence industry. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Bornstein, who will unpack the types of projects the company undertakes and the services it is able to offer SMEs. He will reveal some of the partners Cyborg Dynamics Engineering is currently working with, how his experience in Army Reserves is shaping his business and why he believes that Army Reserves is a great opportunity that younger Australians should be taking advantage of. Bornstein will share his thoughts surrounding the relationship between the defence sector and academia and what needs to be done to strengthen this connection, discuss his plans for Cyborg Dynamics Engineering going forward and reveal what he enjoys about being a business owner. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Running your own business following a career in defence industry, Troy Huckstepp, Downer Defence Services
25 oktober 2018 · 22 min
Troy Huckstepp has successfully made the transition from uniform to the corporate world after leaving the army and creating his own entity, AGIS, in 2006 with a former colleague. The goal was simple, to provide the same type of services that they were delivering in uniform and deliver that back to defence industry. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by chief operating officer of Downer Defence Services Troy Huckstepp, who will unpack his transition into the corporate world, the challenges that he faced and share the best way to prepare yourself to run a business for those planning to transition out of the services. Troy will discuss Downer's history in defence industry, the different brands that work under the Downer umbrella and the opportunities that its recent work with CASG will create for the organisation. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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How a focus on better leadership can lead to a stronger economy, Riccardo Bosi, Lionheart Australasia
18 oktober 2018 · 35 min
Following his 24 years in defence industry, Riccardo Bosi has seen success as a leader across multiple fields. An author, award-winning speaker, internationally recognised leader and innovator, Bosi has had extensive experience in creating new and developing existing organisations. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Bosi, who will share how developing corporate leadership can lead to a growth economy and extensive opportunities for those wishing to capitalise on the burgeoning defence sector. He will discuss the five pillars of real leadership, how his own business ventures have impacted his teachings and how the corporate world differs to his time within defence industry. Bosi will discuss the basics of strong leadership, the common issues that he sees in Australian business and how Australian business can be leaders in innovation. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Making the Australian team at the upcoming Invictus Games, Andrew Wilkinson, athlete
15 oktober 2018 · 26 min
Since its creation by Prince Harry, the Invictus Games has championed the sporting prowess of wounded, injured or sick armed services personnel and their associated veterans in an international adaptive multi-sport event. In the lead up to the games, which this year runs from 20 - 27 October, host Phil Tarrant is joined by athlete Andrew Wilkinson who will be competing in a total of eight events across cycling, swimming and running. Wilkinson will share how his journey, which saw him injured in his first race as a professional triathlete, has seen him become involved with the Invictus Games, and discuss the process of selection. He will unpack his strenuous training regime, the team culture that he experienced as a part of the Invictus Games camp and what is next for him as an athlete following the games. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Why space is the future of innovation, business and the human race, Karl Rodrigues, Australian Space Agency
11 oktober 2018 · 35 min
With development underway in Australia to build a reputable and respected space agency, and $41 million allocated to the sector over a four-year period, executive director of international and national engagement at the Australian Space Agency Karl Rodrigues joins host Phil Tarrant to unpack where that will be invested and their plans to triple the Australian space economy in the next 10 years. With the agency still in its infancy, Rodrigues will discuss how he came to take on the role of international and national engagement executive director and how the work that he is involved in will provide a lift to the Australian economy. He will share why the burgeoning space sector will also result in growth in various other sectors and the types of jobs that their growth will create. Rodrigues will also discuss Australia's role in the global space economy, the unique benefits that the nation is able to bring and what will influence the path of the agency's development. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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How GaardTech will revolutionise the way that battles are won, Steen Bisgaard, GaardTech
4 oktober 2018 · 33 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by founding director of GaardTech Steen Bisgaard, who will unpack how its two-dimensional and three-dimensional technologies are being utilised in defence industry training to ensure a higher success rate on the battlefield. Bisgaard will share how through his history in the defence force he was able to identify a gap in the market that lead to the development of GaardTech, and why he believed that self-funding the company was the best way to maintain integrity across its products. Being a relatively new company, Bisgaard will share how GaardTech plans to market its product, the future lines that it plans to develop and why it is choosing to outsource the creation of its products for the time being. He will also explain the rationale behind why the company is hoping to attract a particular type of staff member to join the team, who that is and how that will impact GaardTech going forward. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Unpacking the ongoing debate and concern surrounding the F-35 platform, Neale Prescott, Lockheed Martin
27 september 2018 · 36 min
Recorded in our mobile studio in Orlando, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Neil Prescott, the director of business development for Lockheed Martin, to discuss the Australian arrival of the F-35 in December. Prescott will unpack the ongoing debate and concerns about the F-35 platform and the capabilities it will bring to the Royal Australian Air Force, why the program has attracted so many critics, and how the pilot training regime will result in lesser fatigue on the jets themselves. He will discuss the software system ALIS and how it will manage costs associated with the technology, how data will be shared with international partners and why that will be beneficial for the Australian Defence Force. Prescott will also talk about the prospects that the F-35 arrival will present to SMEs and how they can best be prepared for these opportunities. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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The critical role that academia plays in the future of defence, Professor Colin Stirling & Tony Kyriacou, Flinders University
20 september 2018 · 37 min
Flinders University is at the front line of defence-oriented research and development in myriad different ways across their campuses. From robotics teams making advances that could keep soldiers out of harm's way, fibre optics technology that is revolutionising battlefield communications, and engineers evolving ways to enhance body mechanics, their students and research are imperative to the future of the industry. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Flinders University vice chancellor Professor Colin Stirling and defence partnerships director Tony Kyriacou join host Phil Tarrant to discuss the critical role that academia plays in defence industry. They will discuss the interconnective opportunities that the university offers to various stakeholders including industry, students and SMEs, and unpack the long-term rationale of getting their students international placements within industry. The pair will also discuss where the technology that they are involved in developing is being used other than defence industry, how they measure the effectiveness of their involvement in defence and whether they believe enough is being done to get kids interested in defence technology. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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SEA 5000 and SEA 1000 creating multiple opportunities for Australian SMEs, Adam Waldie & David Eyles, Thales
13 september 2018 · 27 min
Adam Waldie, SEA 1000 capture leader for Thales, recently joined the Defence Connect Podcast to discuss his role in the program and Thales' relationship with the Australian Defence Force. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Adam Waldie returns with David Eyles, capture leader for the SEA 5000 program, where the pair will unpack their involvement across both programs. They will discuss the Australianisation process of technology and systems sourced from outside of the country and offer advice to SMEs on increasing their chances of gaining contracts with the major defence players. The pair will also discuss the huge opportunity that the SEA 5000 program presents to SMEs, address when they are expecting there to be contractual developments in the SEA 1000 project and look at how these programs are likely to impact their roles going forward. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Revolutionising the efficiency and cost effectiveness of naval shipbuilding, Richard Price, Defence SA
6 september 2018 · 34 min
South Australia is the national centre of naval shipbuilding and submarine sustainment, and the confirmed location for Australia's next generation Future Submarines and Future Frigates. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Chief Executive at Defence SA Richard Price joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the naval shipbuilding project which will see $250 billion over 30 years spent on naval ships and submarines. He will discuss the recent political changes in Canberra and how these are likely to impact the defence sector, the strategic priorities right now for Defence SA and the education and skills which will be desirable for those hoping for placement within the project. Price will also discuss his new role in the space sector, the importance that he places on national enthusiasm for the success of the industry and unpack how they are supporting industry as a state. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Recruiting the Australian defence force of tomorrow, Sue McGready, Department of Defence
30 augustus 2018 · 29 min
The Australian Defence Force offers more than 200 rewarding career paths spanning from aviation to hospitality and everything in between. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Director of General Defence Force Recruiting with the Department of Defence Sue McCready CSC joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the defence industry professionals of tomorrow. She will discuss the recruitment process, including what can be expected for those taking part in the aptitude test, and unpack the options that they offer to provide interested candidates with the opportunity to experience a particular field. McGready will discuss her role with the Department of Defence and why she feels that having a volunteer staff base is beneficial to their mission, analyse how the success of their department is measured and share stories of the high points of her career to date. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Maintaining a strong Australian identity within defence, Vince Di Pietro and Neale Prescott, Lockheed Martin
23 augustus 2018 · 28 min
Having doubled their employees since 2016 and further growth expected in the coming years, partly as a result of the pending arrival of the F-35 in Australia, Lockheed Martin is continuing to add to Australia's thriving defence sector while still holding strong to their Australian identity. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, chief executive of Lockheed Australia Vince Di Pietro and business development director for Lockheed Martin RMS Neale Prescott join host Phil Tarrant to further discuss the company's contribution to the Australian economy and to unpack the changes that have aided its growth. They will discuss the work they are completing, which is set to integrate Lockheed's technological systems across all defence platforms while also analysing the current combat systems used across everything from submarines to within the Future Frigate program and the upcoming F-35s, and the jobs that the integration of these systems are creating for Australian workers, both in the major hubs and regional centres. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Australia's history and future within the space sector, Robert Brand, ThunderStruck Aerospace
16 augustus 2018 · 48 min
With developments in place that will see Australia build and develop its own space agency, the Defence Connect Podcast again analyses how this will impact the defence sector and the opportunities that it presents to us as a country. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, manager and CTO of PlusComms and head of ThunderStruck Aerospace Robert Brand joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss both Australia's history in the space sector and unpack what we can expect to see in the future, including the work that he is currently involved in, which will aid telecommunications within Australia and offer multiple applications within defence industry. Brand will discuss his extensive career, which has seen him involved in the industry since the age of 17 across everything from the launch of Apollo 11 to the STS-1, share how a project that he was working on with his nine-year-old son now sees him aiding developments of technology to be used on Mars, and share his concerns with the way in which Elon Musk's SpaceX is currently approaching the industry. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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The freedom that a start-up space agency presents Australia, Dr Jason Held, Saber Astronautics
9 augustus 2018 · 42 min
Following the announcement in the May budget that Australia would be forming its own space agency, there has been heavy debate as to which state would be best suited for its location. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Dr Jason Held of Saber Astronautics joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the recent opportunities that have presented themselves, while also looking at the current state of the Australian space landscape, which is per capita the fastest growing new space market in the world, and what the future is likely to hold for space industry within Australia. He will share why he thinks that limiting manufacturing hubs to specific states could be detrimental to the growth of the sector, unpack what a space agency is in its simplest form and discuss how being a start-up space agency gives Australia incredible freedom in how it develops. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Defence industry's communication opportunities in the digital age, Brendan Maxwell, The Decisive Point
2 augustus 2018 · 38 min
Social media and the digital age has given a voice to many who may have previously gone unheard and while some organisations are making an active effort to try to minimise the impact that this can have on their public image, it is those that are embracing this changing landscape that are noticing the full potential it offers for their brand awareness. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, The Decisive Point's Brendan Maxwell joins host Phil Tarrant to explore the exciting opportunity that defence industry now has to communicate with the Australian public, build trust, tell stories and create transparency. He will discuss the role of concise communication in attracting the best talent into defence industry, the importance of unity in purpose and share why real people telling real stories is a winning formula for defence communications. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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How geospatial imagery is aiding US border security, Patrick Stewart, US Border Patrol
26 juli 2018 · 32 min
US Border Patrol's top priority is to keep terrorists and their weapons from entering the US while welcoming all legitimate travellers and commerce. A role aided by the implementation of geospatial imagery, mobile technology and consistent systems. Lees meer
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Assistant Chief of the US Border Patrol Patrick Stewart joins host Phil Tarrant following his address at the Australian Security Summit to discuss how the US is utilising technology to implement its security directives at the nation's borders.
Having joined Border Patrol the day following the September 11 attacks, Stewart will share how that event has changed the way in which they operate, share his thoughts on if technology will advance to a point where human interaction is no longer necessary, and discuss how Australia compares to the rest of the world in terms of border protection.
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The Defence Connect team
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How Legacy is supporting families impacted by defence, John Hutcheson, Legacy
19 juli 2018 · 28 min
Legacy has a strong history of providing services to Australian families suffering after the injury or death of a spouse or parent during or after their time within the Defence Force. This service is currently being utilised by 65,000 widow(er)s and 1,800 children and disabled dependants throughout Australia. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, CEO of Legacy NSW Associated Clubs John Hutcheson AM joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss how the charity is playing a role in so many lives and what they stand for as an organisation. He will unpack why volunteers are so important to Legacy's success as an organisation and how they compete for charity dollars in a saturated market. Hutcheson will also discuss how his skills gained during his time in Army are utilised in his current position, and his role as a mentor aiming to better facilitate the shift from uniform to civilian life. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Milskil to deliver training services following Australian JSF arrival, John Lonergan, Milskil
12 juli 2018 · 26 min
John Lonergan last joined the Defence Connect team at the 2017 Avalon Airshow, where we got our first look at the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, CEO and managing director of Milskil John Lonergan joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the arrival of two F-35s in Australia later this year, and to unpack the company's recent contract with Lockheed Martin, which will see Milskil delivering training services across the JSF. Lonergan will cover technological developments within the space and the new facilities of the JSF, discuss Milskil's working relationship with Lockheed Martin and share future business development plans in line with the opportunities that the company believes are likely to present themselves. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Remembering the heroes of Hamel 100 years on, Stephen Dando - Collins, author
6 juli 2018 · 33 min
The battle of Hamel is remembered for introducing tactics that dramatically turned the tide against the Germans and changed the way that war is fought. A story noted for its speed, tactics, bravery, and the fact that for the first time in history American troops fought under Australian command. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, author Stephen Dando – Collins joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss this battle 100 years on, and to discuss his take on the events that took place and how he approached them when writing his book "Heroes of Hamel". Dando – Collins will discuss his family link to the war, why he chooses to do his own research and the experiences that he has had as a result. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer