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The battle of Le Hamel and the 93 minutes that changed the world, Peter Fitzsimons, Author
4 juli 2018 · 51 min
The Battle of Le Hamel on 4 July 1918 was an Allied triumph, and strategically very important in the closing stages of WWI. A largely Australian force, commanded by Sir John Monash, fought what has been described as the first modern battle - where infantry, tanks, artillery and planes operated together as a coordinated force with every detail planned meticulously. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast author Peter Fitzsimons joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss this moment in military history, looking not only at the events that took place but the thought processes behind every aspect which lead to the development of these events. Peter will also discuss his writing process and how the fine detail and extensive research is key to telling the stories of these monumental moments in history, share how his literature is a means of helping the characters who lost their lives live and breathe once more, and take on claims that his writing is a glorification of war. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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BAE wins bid in the SEA 5000 Future Frigate contract, Andy Keough, SAAB Australia
29 juni 2018 · 31 min
The SEA 5000 Future Frigate announcement has been hotly anticipated in recent months with those bidding for the contract joining the Defence Connect Podcast to discuss their submissions. The announcement has today been made with BAE securing the $35b contract. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Andy Keough managing director for SAAB Australia joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss their involvement in the SEA5000 Future Frigate program, which will see them continuing their already strong partnership with Lockheed Martin to integrate a common core operating system and interface across all navy fleets. Keough also discusses SAAB's subs in schools program and how it is attracting an ongoing stream of young talent into the industry, unpacks Australia's position and reputation within the SAAB organisation, and discusses the company's future plans within the defence industry. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Thales' ongoing involvement in the SEA 1000 program, Adam Waldie, Thales
22 juni 2018 · 24 min
Submarine technology continues to advance, with new threats being the driving force behind this development. Thales believes its previous experience with Australian submarine fleets enables it to embrace this changing landscape and create a superior product in the SEA 1000 program. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Adam Waldie, SEA 1000 capture leader for Thales, joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss his role in the SEA 1000 program, which will see Thales involved in the building of 12 new submarines, and how their current involvement with Collins will influence their ongoing technological development. Waldie also discusses Australia's involvement in the development of technology for this project, Thales' current relationship with the Australian Defence Force and how the company is approaching the tender process for optronics and sonar to best display its advantage. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Rolls-Royce's hopeful bid in the SEA 5000 proposal, Rob Madders, Rolls-Royce Australia Services
14 juni 2018 · 25 min
Low underwater radiating noise is an important attribute for a defence vessel where undetectability in the underwater battlespace is key. Rolls-Royce have previously had success with the Type 23 frigate and now have further plans within the Australian defence industry. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, program director of Rolls-Royce Australia Services Rob Madders joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss their bid in the SEA 5000 proposal and their partnership with Australian industrial engineering firm Marand. Supporting this partnership, Madders talks about how Rolls-Royce have been building their supply chain within Australia, unpack the government's role in influencing such decisions, and share what is involved in a business becoming affiliated with the Rolls-Royce brand. Madders also discusses the history of Rolls-Royce within defence industry and share how their benchmark work within the Type 23 frigate will impact their plan going forward with the Type 26 frigate should their bid be successful, the changes in the Australian defence industry over the past two decades, and share his thoughts on Australia as a shipbuilding hub. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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WA's position in the defence supply chain, senator Linda Reynolds CSC
7 juni 2018 · 39 min
Western Australia has attracted some negativity surrounding their potential for shipbuilding capability and their aptitude as a key participant in the defence supply chain. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by senator Linda Reynolds CSC to discuss this criticism and WA's relationship with South Australia. She will unpack how her history in defence has aided in achieving progress within the Senate and share her thoughts on WA's potential and shaping the local SME sector. Seeing the benefits of a strong defence industry to the WA economy, Reynolds will also discuss the ongoing potential of WA's involvement in the space sector, and share her thoughts on the new inquiry being conducted to examine transition out of the ADF. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect Team Lees meer
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A proposed bid within AIR 7003, Warren Ludwig, General Atomics
31 mei 2018 · 33 min
With 36 years in the Air Force before his transition into corporate, Warren Ludwig, director of international strategic development Australia, NZ and south-east Asia at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss General Atomics' bid and the partnerships that they have created within the AIR 7003 proposal. He will share his thoughts on the current state of the Air Force and discuss the shift that has occurred in the relationship between defence and industry, while also looking at the biggest challenges that the industry is facing at the moment. Ludwig will also unpack the role of General Atomics, their involvement with Australian universities and share insights into technology currently being developed that we are likely to see in the coming decade. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Australian defence as a global player, Karen Stanton, HTA Group
24 mei 2018 · 47 min
Having recently returned from Washington after attending the G'Day USA gala Defence dialogue, Karen Stanton, director of corporate and strategy at HTA Group, joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the transformation of the Australian defence industry. She will share outcomes from G'Day USA, including why she considers it to be such an important event and look at the exceptional representation of SMEs in this year's gala. Looking at discussions that took place, she will cover support that is being offered to SMEs and how they can get the best out of the CDIC. Karen will discuss the release of the Defence Industrial Capability Plan, what that means for Australians involved in the defence industry, and also discuss how international competition has impacted the demise and transformation of manufacturing in Australia over the past two decades. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Development within the underwater battlespace, Capt Tim Green RN
17 mei 2018 · 31 min
With 25 years in service with the Royal Navy and now a captain in Navy Command HQ, Captain Tim Green has seen the underwater battlespace from both sides of the periscope. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, ahead of the upcoming announcement surrounding the SEA 5000 Future Frigate program, Capt Green joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the nature of the ASW work that he is currently completing within the Royal Navy and to share his thoughts on the importance of integration between the UK and Australia for training purposes in the underwater battlespace. Believing this to be the most exciting time he has seen in his involvement within the services in terms of ambition and design, Capt Green will look at the importance of current and incoming technology, the challenges it can present and the importance of having the correct training and people involved in and being developed within the defence industry. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect Team Lees meer
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CIVSEC 2018 – A focus on future threats
11 mei 2018 · 39 min
International in relevance, but with focus on Australia and the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, CIVSEC 2018 offered key insights into the evolving national and social security sectors – and how threats will be combatted in the future. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant records from CIVSEC 2018 with a number of key industry leaders – receiving insights that are alarming in terms of emerging threats, but reassuring in how industry, and Australia, is reacting. John Kendall, director of border and national security program at Unisys, discusses biometrics and border security developments. His college Alan Seymour, business relationship manager for enterprise solutions at Unisys Australia, looks at the relationship between civil industries and Defence, and how those lines have become significantly blurred. Michael Puckridge, VP of Sales Australasia for Sintelex, shares how the Adelaide-based business is making a worldwide impact with organisations in criminal and defence industries through to businesses like Lego. Adam Neil, APAC regional sales manager from Cyber Gym, also looks at cyber-attacks and the Israeli influence that they are bringing to Australia… along with their ethical hackers. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team. Lees meer
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Developing the roadmap for defence industry's growth, Dr Sheridan Kearnan, Department of Defence
3 mei 2018 · 41 min
The recently-released Defence Industrial Capability Plan has outlined the government's vision to build a robust, resilient and internationally-competitive defence industry that meets defence capability requirements. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant discusses the plan with Dr Sheridan Kearnan, first assistant secretary for Defence industry policy with the Department of Defence, whose team has been a key driver in creating the capability plan. Dr Kearnan gives insight into the origin of the plan, how it will set the course for defence industry growth, key priorities and how innovation will be central to capability enhancements. She also reveals the process for determining and finalising the sovereign industrial capability priorities that are critical to defence and must be developed and supported by Australia's defence industry. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team. Lees meer
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Traversing the breach between innovation and violation, Tony Bannister-Tyrrell, Coras Solutions
27 april 2018 · 45 min
Aircraft maintenance is an area where process and regimented guidelines are for obvious reasons of great importance, however it is also an area which some believe should be open to innovations which in many cases could be classed as violations. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant chats with one such supporter of that theory. Former RAAF Officer Tony Bannister-Tyrrell, now working as a senior consultant for Coras, shares how his time as P3 Orion Senior Maintenance Manager for Australian Aerospace has led him to completing a PhD on traversing the breach between innovation and violation in aircraft maintenance. Tony shares how maintenance is currently being conducted across the industry, why such strict regulations can be detrimental to technicians and to the trade and discusses how his study plans to showcase why identifying violations can ultimately result in improved processes. Enjoy the podcast, the Defence Connect team. Lees meer
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Showcasing amazing people doing incredible things – Patrick Kidd, CEO, Invictus Games Sydney
19 april 2018 · 27 min
The veteran community will converge on Sydney in October for the Invictus Games, an international sporting challenge that will include 500 competitors, supported by over 1,500 family and friends. Broadcast around the world and watched in 40 different countries, the spirit of competition and participation will be at its core while showcasing the talent, resilience and dedication of our wounded, injured and sick service men and women – and how rehabilitation and recovery can be empowered by sport. Australia's defence industry has put its back behind supporting the games, including sponsorship from SAAB, Boeing, Raytheon, Lockheed Martin, Deloitte and Defence Housing Australia, with new partnerships soon to be announced. The federal and state governments, RSL and Legacy are also integral games supporters. Join Patrick Kidd, principal consultant with Deloitte Australia and CEO of Invictus Games Sydney, as he discusses with host of the Defence Connect Podcast Phil Tarrant the origin of the games, its role in supporting veterans into the community and reintegration into the workforce, helping veterans to find their way after the military, and the important role that families play. For greater info on the Invictus Games and how you can get involved visit http://www.invictusgames2018.org/. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Eye in the sky, Keirin Joyce, LTCOL – SO1 UAS, Army UAS (Drone) Sub-Program Manager
12 april 2018 · 43 min
While drones are growing in popularity for recreational and commercial applications, Australia is currently one of the leaders in utilising this game-changing capability in defence. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant chats with Australian Army Lieutenant Colonel Keirin Joyce – one of the key officers driving the development of the unmanned aerial system (UAS) program within Army – who shares his insights on the accessibility of the technology for Australian soldiers and how developments in drone functionality are enhancing the capabilities of Australian soldiers on the battlefield. Join LTCOL Joyce as he shares what the future holds for drone technology in defence, the opportunity for Australia's defence industry to support drone development, the changes we are likely to see in combat support, and how this technology could potentially reignite the once thriving domestic aircraft industry. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Equipping Australia's fighting force, Graham Evenden, integrated weapons and sensors, Thales
6 april 2018 · 27 min
For over 100 years, Lithgow in NSW has been a centerpiece to Australia's sovereign arms manufacturing capabilities – with the armament factory equipping our military since WW1. Now under the stewardship of a leading prime, the Thales Lithgow Facility – which started its life as the Lithgow Small Arms Factory producing SMLE III rifles – continues to not only support employment in the regional hub, the products it creates are first class and a testament to Australia's manufacturing pedigree. Join Defence Connect host Phillip Tarrant in conversation with Graham Evenden, director integrated weapons and sensors, land and air systems at Thales Australia, as they discuss the future for the facility, how manufacturing will evolve in the decades and generations ahead, the production of the latest generation of weapons the F90, the need for sovereign manufacturing capabilities and how a focus on quality engineering is central to rifle manufacture. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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De-risking the Type 26 vessel, Nigel Stewart, SEA 5000 managing director, BAE Systems
29 maart 2018 · 24 min
"We are de-risking a lot of the Type 26 equipment on the Type 23 in the UK, which gives us confidence. But I think... with the Australian program running five years behind the UK program, it really won't be an issue, because it will be de-risked in the UK." This week on the Defence Connect Podcast, we follow up with BAE Systems SEA 5000 managing director Nigel Stewart about the progress of the company's SEA 5000 bid and the UK Navy's Type 26 build. Stewart walks us through BAE Systems' plans for mobilising the Australian industry – should it secure the SEA 5000 project – how it plans to de-risk the build of the vessel and the key role Australian SMEs could play in delivering the Type 26 vessel. Tune in for this and more, Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team. Lees meer
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Driving defence industry at home and abroad, The Hon Christopher Pyne MP
22 maart 2018 · 28 min
Minster for Defence Industry Christopher Pyne MP is tasked at enhancing collaboration and connectivity between defence and industry, and overseeing the delivery of capability acquisition and sustainment programs – and the defence industry agenda. With an excess of $200 billion to be spent of capability acquisition and sustainment over the coming decade, delivery of defence spending is critical to the national agenda and ensuring Australia's strategic interests in the decades ahead. Join Minister Pyne as he speaks with Defence Connect Podcast host Phillip Tarrant, as they cover key issues including the recent Land 400 Phase 2 announcement, how the completion for the SEA 5000 is shaping up, the opportunity to enhance Australia as a defence exporter and how Aussie business can crack the global supply chain. Tune in for this and more, Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team. Lees meer
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Fixing veteran unemployment, Tom Moore, WithYouWithMe, co-founder and CEO
15 maart 2018 · 32 min
"We thought that we could definitely have a crack at fixing that unemployment rate and underemployment rate. When we looked at the figures initially it scared us and alarmed us, and drove us further." This week on the Defence Connect Podcast, we chat with Tom Moore, co-founder and CEO of WithYouWithMe which is tackling the issue of unemployment and underemployment of Australia's veterans. A recent survey by WithYouWithMe presented damning figures, with the veteran unemployment rate sitting at 30.2 per cent, significantly above the national average of 5.5 per cent. Moore takes us through his story as a former Army officer, his experience in finding work after life in the forces, how WithYouWithMe came to be and what services they are offering to get veterans back into the workforce. Lees meer
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More than just a builder of tanks and trucks, Gary Stewart, managing director, Rheinmetall Defence
8 maart 2018 · 50 min
Rheinmetall Defence Australia has made headlines recently as the industry awaits the announcement of the successful LAND 400 Phase 2 competitor. As one of the two contenders for the coveted contract to build 225 new combat reconnaissance vehicles (CRVs) for the Australian Army, the other is BAE Systems Australia, Rheinmetall has made a commitment to not only build significant industrial capability in Queensland to manufacturer the vehicles, it has also shored up its supply chain across Australia, leveraging numerous SMEs and other organisations, to deliver material, technology and man power assets for the project.. However Rheinmetall Australia is much more than just the looming LAND 400 Phase 2 program, its managing director Gary Stewart tells Defence Connect Podcast host Phillip Tarrant. Tune into the podcast and uncover breath of Rheinmetall's Australian operations and objectives, it's focusing on building sovereign industrial capabilities related to military vehicle manufacture in Australia, why the company believes its Boxer CRV is the right choice for LAND 400 Phase 2 plus other key programs it's involved in across defence. Lees meer
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Building a sovereign space capability – Rod Drury, Lockheed Martin Space
1 maart 2018 · 43 min
The potential Australia's space sector is significant, with industry hotly anticipating the release of the government's space industry capability review – and what that means for the sector's future. The space sector has been growing at a compound annual growth rate of 9.52 per cent for nearing two decades, more than three times the annual growth rate of world GDP in the same period. And the upsides are huge. Join managing director Australia and New Zealand at Lockheed Martin Space Rod Drury as he details his view on the future of the Australian space industry, how Lockheed Martin sees its role in building our sovereign space capabilities and the challenges ahead to realise Australia's future in space. Lees meer
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Building long-term capability through LAND 400: Brian Gathright, BAE Systems Australia
22 februari 2018 · 33 min
LAND 400 Phase 2 will deliver the Australian Army 225 highly-capable combat reconnaissance vehicles (CRVs) to replace the aging ASLAVs in a project worth $4-5 billion dollars. With the decision on the successful tenderer expected to be handed down by the government within a matter of weeks – or months depending on where you get your sources… – the defence industry awaits with anticipation on the news whether BAE Systems Australia with its AMV35 or Rheinmetall Defence Australia with its Boxer CRV, will land the contract. Join host Phillip Tarrant in this special episode of the Defence Connect Podcast as he speaks with Brian Gathright, vice president of business development at BAE Systems Australia – the executive leading the prime's campaign to secure the LAND 400 Phase 2 contract. Lees meer
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Shaping the conversation in defence industry, Kate Louis, Australian Industry Group
15 februari 2018 · 34 min
"Australian Industry Group Defence Council working with Defence is really about recognising defence industry as that fundamental input to capability and about recognising the national security flavour that goes over the top of everything that we do." This week on the Defence Connect Podcast, former First Assistant Secretary Defence Industry Policy Kate Louis joins us in her new role as head of defence and industry policy of Australian Industry Group. Louis takes us through her 20-year in the Department of Defence, specialising in capability development acquisition and defence industry policy, and her decision to join Ai Group and lead its Defence Council. The former First Assistant Secretary discusses the dangerous new world developing out of cyber security threats and how this is affecting the defence industry, how Ai Group is leading the discussion with Defence around exports and the Australian Standard for Defence Contracting (ASDEFCON) suite of tendering and contracting templates. www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Technology transfer in naval shipbuilding, Sean Costello, Fincantieri Australia, Director
8 februari 2018 · 42 min
This week on the Defence Connect Podcast, former CEO of Naval Group Australia Sean Costello joins us in his new role as director of Fincantieri Australia, taking us through the Italian company's bid for the SEA 5000 project. Costello delves into the Italian shipbuilder's plans for developing a sovereign Australian naval shipbuilding industry, starting with mobilising a skilled workforce, creating a strong defence export sector and ultimately implementing technology transfer and technology development programs. The former naval officer leaves no stone unturned, touching on his time in the Australian Navy, his role as chief of staff to various defence ministers, his brief stint at ASC Shipbuilding and arguably his most known role, CEO of Naval Group Australia, and why he left the job a year after helping secure the coveted and highly-contested Future Submarine project. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team. Lees meer
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Taking the reins of a defence prime, Gabby Costigan, BAE Systems Australia, CEO
6 februari 2018 · 31 min
"Right now in Australia, within the defence industry ... although we're competitors, we work together, and we can work together well. Those partnerships and those teaming arrangements to deliver the best capability to the customer is what we're all focused on. It's not about us doing it on our own. Whether it's with SMEs or whether it's some of our bigger partners ... we're here to deliver the best capability that we can to the Australian Defence Force." This week on the Defence Connect Podcast, we introduce you to BAE Systems Australia's new chief executive Gabby Costigan. Costigan, an ex-colonel in the Australian Army, takes us through her illustrious career starting with her time in the Australian Defence Force, her experience working with NATO, her deployment to Afghanistan where she worked in logistics, followed by her posting to the US where she went to Central Command in Tampa, before leaving Defence and finding her way to the role of CEO for Linfox Asia. Tune in as the logistics and supply chain expert talks us through the bids BAE Systems has put forward for major projects AIR 2025 Phase 6 JORN, LAND 400 and SEA 5000, mobilising the workforce for these projects and the prime's collaboration with Australia's SMEs. Lees meer
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A smooth transition to defence industry – Colin Thorne, Partner, KPMG
1 februari 2018 · 40 min
Colin Thorne joined KPMG Australia's Management Consulting division in November 2015 to lead its Engineering and Asset Management Advisory business – a diverse entity that aims to support Australia's defence sector. An electronics engineer with more than 30 years' experience in the defence sector, much of it specialising in the acquisition and sustainment of airborne surveillance systems, Colin shares his story of transition from the military to the corporate sector – and his views on the opportunity for defence industry in the years ahead. Having retired from the Royal Australian Air Force in 2013 at the rank of Air Vice-Marshal, Colin was responsible for the acquisition and sustainment of all Australian Defence Force fixed wing aircraft. Speaking to Defence Connect's Phillip Tarrant, he gives insights to his time in the military leading these major programs, the skills garnered to support his career in defence industry and the key priorities for KPMG. www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Leading from the front in defence industry, Warren King, chairman, Navantia Australia
25 januari 2018 · 54 min
"Industry has come from a background of they've had to pursue projects on a project by project basis, and the department has pretty much let contracts on a project by project basis without taking a broader view of developing an integrated and comprehensive industry base. There's some great people in defence industry of course, but the leadership and the culture of the defence industry will have to mature somewhat to reflect this newfound national sovereign responsibility." This week on the Defence Connect Podcast, former CEO of the Defence Materiel Organisation (DMO) and current chairman of Navantia Australia Warren King joins us to talk us through his 50 years of experience within Defence and defence industry, and what Navantia has offered as key components of its SEA 5000 bid. King takes us through his beginnings as a Navy apprentice, his time when he was seconded to the US Navy, what he learned from working in an SME and his eventual rise to CEO of the DMO. The chair of Northrop Grumman Australia's advisory board offers his advice for those leaving the military, how Defence can achieve the most from its 2016 Defence White Paper ambitions and the need to grow leadership within defence industry. Lees meer
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From the scullery to the Senate, Rex Patrick, Senator for South Australia
18 januari 2018 · 37 min
Newly minted senator for South Australia and former submariner Rex Patrick is already making waves within Parliament and Defence, and this week he joins the Defence Connect Podcast to talk us through his ambitions for the job and what we can expect to see from him in 2018. The former defence industry contractor takes us through his defence and political career so far, starting from his 11 years in the Navy, his work with then opposition spokesman for defence David Johnston and his role as media adviser to Nick Xenophon. In this no holds barred podcast, Patrick explains the role he played in revealing that there was a leak within Naval Group to the Australian government, what this means for the Future Submarines project and how he hopes to see Australia develop a sovereign shipbuilding capability. Lees meer
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Finding the right signal in Defence, Livia Brady, managing director, Rojone
11 januari 2018 · 31 min
This week on the Defence Connect Podcast, Rojone managing director Livia Brady takes us through the ins and outs of running a successful business in the defence industry sector. Formally established by Brady's mother in the 1981, Rojone has gone from selling cable assemblies to unique voice interactive GPS vehicle tracking systems, through to high performance commercial and military components. Brady discusses how the business has grown with the advancement of technology in the field, equipping Defence with communication technologies, how she has learnt to run a successful SME, how small businesses can learn to add value to major primes and the future of manufacturing in Australia's defence industry. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team. Lees meer
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Manufacturing the future for defence SMEs, Medhat Wassaf, Milspec Manufacturing & AIDN NSW
22 december 2017 · 32 min
"Defence is making it clear to all the primes, local and international, that they do need to engage local industry and to engage them in meaningful work, not just superficial type work. And as a result, they're all knocking on the doors of SMEs and trying to establish partnerships in areas to work together." This week on the Defence Connect Podcast, president of AIDN NSW and Milspec Manufacturing business development manager Medhat Wassef joins us to discuss the future of small to medium sized businesses in the defence industry and how Australia can create a successful defence export industry by emulating the US and UK models. Wassef takes us through the history of Milspec Manufacturing, his three decades of experience in defence and now the defence industry, and offers his advice to SMEs looking to make it in the defence space. https://www.defenceconnect.com.au/ Lees meer
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Unmanned surface vessels and the future of Navy, Robert Dane, OCIUS Technology
21 december 2017 · 29 min
"We can be listening under the sea. We can be observing with cameras the surface of the ocean. We can be listening with electronic sensors for other electronic signatures, and then we can be transmitting them back. One can do that, but a fleet of these things can do so much more. If you had a number of these, for example, off the north of Australia, for a fraction of the cost of a ship, you could have these things out there 24/7, continuous coverage at low cost, and nobody in harm's way." Robert Dane, chief executive and founder of NSW business OCIUS Technology, joins the Defence Connect Podcast to discuss the potential for unmanned surface vessels (USVs) in the defence space and how the technology is continuing to expand to play a key role in filling capability gaps. Dane has taken his passion for the environment and recreational sailing and, together with the team at OCIUS and its 20-plus years of experience, created the Bluebottle USV – the 'satellite of the sea'. The autonomous data gathering and communications platform offers a unique solar sail, continuous and wide coverage, reduced operational costs and harvests all the weather on the ocean; the sun, the wind and the waves so it can advance under all conditions and can remain at sea for months at a time. The Intel Environment Laureate and WWF Future Maker recipient takes us through the immense applications the technology can offer defence, its recent success demonstrating its incorporation of a Thales thin line array to allow the Bluebottle to engage in anti-submarine warfare and the USV's potential to aid the Navy and Collins Class submarines before the Future Submarines come online. Lees meer
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The art of influence, Nicole Matejic, director, Social Media Monster
14 december 2017 · 38 min
This week on the Defence Connect Podcast, social media expert Nicole Matejic joins us to discuss the growing influence of social media in the defence sector. Matejic, a former strategic communications and ministerial services specialist for Defence, takes us through the changing world of Defence in the age of social media, the advent of ISIS, and social media in a conflict environment. An instructor for and speaker to NATO, Matejic gives us her perspective on how Defence can embrace social media as an asset rather than a threat and the value it holds in recruitment. www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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The industrial dating service, Peter Webster, Industry Capability Network NSW
7 december 2017 · 32 min
"I know we're winning a lot of work. We haven't got the headline jobs, where they're building the submarines, the land forces contracts ... There's a lot of capability goes into those projects from New South Wales." Executive director of the Industry Capability Network NSW Peter Webster joins the Defence Connect Podcast to discuss the organisation's service as "an industrial dating service", its role in targeting big spend Defence projects and building up the capabilities of NSW businesses. Webster takes us through the organisation's ambitions to create more effective ways for primes and SMEs to communicate and capitalise on Defence spending, its supply chain development services and how NSW can target the lucrative through-life support contracts of major projects. http://www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Expanding UK business interests in Australian defence industry, Stephen Phipson CBE, DIT DSO
30 november 2017 · 8 min
UK-Australian defence collaboration has always been strong, supported by a shared history, alliance, commonality of objectives and a deep understanding of purpose. Opportunities to capitalise on increased Australian government defence spending is attracting international interest from companies seeking to enter our domestic supply chain. The UK government and UK businesses are particularly active in this regards, leveraging the connectivity between our two nations to win defence work. Join Defence Connect host Phil Tarrant as he speaks with head of the Defence and Security Organisation within UK Trade & Investment Stephen Phipson CBE, who gives insight into UK trade expansion strategy, and how his department is promoting UK interests abroad. http://www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Expanding UK business interests in Australian defence industry: UK delegates group 2
30 november 2017 · 15 min
UK-Australian defence collaboration has always been strong, supported by a shared history, alliance, commonality of objectives and a deep understanding of purpose. Opportunities to capitalise on increased Australian government defence spending is attracting international interest from companies seeking to enter our domestic supply chain. The UK government and UK businesses are particularly active in this regards, leveraging the connectivity between our two nations to win defence work. Join Defence Connect host Phil Tarrant as he speaks with a range leading UK SMEs including Marine Data & IMI Critical Engineering, that are exploring business opportunities in Australia. http://www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Expanding UK business interests in Australian defence industry: UK delegates group 1
30 november 2017 · 32 min
UK-Australian defence collaboration has always been strong, supported by a shared history, alliance, commonality of objectives and a deep understanding of purpose. Opportunities to capitalise on increased Australian government defence spending is attracting international interest from companies seeking to enter our domestic supply chain. The UK government and UK businesses are particularly active in this regards, leveraging the connectivity between our two nations to win defence work. Join Defence Connect host Phil Tarrant as he speaks with a range leading UK SMEs British Forces Broadcasting Service, Copper Alloys, Analogue Military Systems, Westley Group and Atlas Electronik that are exploring business opportunities in Australia. http://www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Defending the defence industry, Daniel Mendoza-Jones, Mendoza Legal and Consulting founder
30 november 2017 · 30 min
This week on the Defence Connect Podcast, founder of Mendoza Legal and Consulting and legal officer for the Royal Australian Air Force Reserves Daniel Mendoza-Jones takes us through the world of legal services within defence industry. Mendoza-Jones discusses his years of experience with the Department of Defence, Defence's Smart Buyer Program, how he started his own firm and specialised in government business and defence industry matters, and the rise of commercial and legal advice needed in defence industry in relation to intellectual property and risk sharing. The RAAF Reserves legal officer explores how his firm looks at the range of broad strategic commercial advice about a procurement process, all the way down to negotiations with the government agency on Defence contracts through to the execution. Join us as we look at the fundamental aspects of how Defence operates a business where national interest and the projection of Australia's military force is the key goal. Lees meer
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Making industry a fundamental input to capability, Andrew Garth, general manager, CDIC
23 november 2017 · 28 min
"The concept of the CDIC being one front door for defence industry to come to, to provide that range of services, is really striking a cord." Andrew Garth, general manager of the Centre for Defence Industry Capability (CDIC), joins the Defence Connect Podcast to discuss the progress the organisation has made since its launch nearly a year ago. A key initiative of the Defence Industry Policy Statement, the CDIC has aimed to 'open the door to Defence' for Australian industry and truly recognise industry as a fundamental input to capability. Garth takes us through the changes the industry has undertaken over the last decade, from when it was "a tough sell" to where it is today, the relationships with primes and SMEs, as well as the challenges the organisation will face in reaching the full operational capability of the CDIC. http://www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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The shifting sands of AIC, Lee Stanley, Daronmont Technologies
21 november 2017 · 17 min
"What we all recognise is that it takes everyone in the business to sell. Engineers have got to do great stuff. The administrators have got to administer well. The marketing people have got to do a good job building relationships and getting the word out there." In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Lee Stanley, head of marketing and business development for Daronmont Technologies, is in the studio to take us through his experience working for an Australian defence SME, the key projects Daronmont is chasing and the ongoing shift and focus of the industry's approach to AIC. Tune in as he discusses the company's expertise in communications and situational awareness, how Daramont got its big break making HF radars, its enduring relationship with DST Group and their success in exporting their equipment to Canada and New Zealand. http://www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Fostering the future of defence industry, Margot Forster, Defence Teaming Centre CEO
16 november 2017 · 28 min
A national approach to defence industry is crucial in securing the best outcomes for the Australian Defence Force. Defence Teaming Centre (DTC) chief executive Margot Forster joined the Defence Connect Podcast to discuss the organisation's point of difference as a representative for the diverse and evolving defence industry and its transition from a South Australian organisation to one with a national approach that sees every state and territory get a piece of the growing defence pie. Forster takes us through her illustrious career in the ADF, which spanned three decades with stints in the Army Reservists, the Royal Australian Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force, why the Defence Force cannot do its job without industry and how Australia can learn from the UK and Europe's approach to industry. https://www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Propelling Defence through advanced automation – Andrew Seal, Siemens
9 november 2017 · 18 min
Siemens has been supporting defence, marine and shipbuilding activities for over 130 years, including electrical products, systems solutions and services to sustain submarines and naval vessels for their entire lifecycle. In the US alone, 700 billion dollars' worth of defence programs are designed on Siemens software tools. In Australia, the business' equipment and support structure can be linked to the ANZAC Class frigates, Canberra Class LHDs, HMAS Choules and future surface, land and subsurface programs. Join Andrew Seal, head of defence and marine solutions at Siemens plus Defence Connect host Phillip Tarrant as they explore the business' work in the Australian market, how it is gearing for growth – and what it has set for the future. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect Team http://www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Exports key to the future of Australia's defence industry, Richard Marles, Shadow Defence Minister
2 november 2017
Australian opposition defence spokesman Richard Marles returned to the Defence Connect Podcast at the Pacific International Maritime Exposition to talk up the importance of building an export-based Australian defence industry and how to properly leverage the once-in-a-generation opportunity. Tune in as the Victorian MP takes us through the commitment both major political parties have to reaching a 2 per cent of GDP spent on defence, policy stability, the evolving geopolitical security situation in the Asia-Pacific region and the role of defence in the context of Australia's foreign and strategic policy. www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Mining boom to defence boom – Minister Paul Papalia, WA's Defence Issues Minister
31 oktober 2017 · 25 min
Western Australia's strong contribution to Australia's defence capabilities is set to advance even more in the coming years with the plethora of incoming projects under the 2016 Defence White Paper. WA's Defence Issues Minister Paul Papalia joined Defence Connect to discuss the once-in-a-generation opportunity the state has to cement itself as a defence industry leader, nationally and internationally in the Indian Ocean region. The former navy diver also discusses his time in the Royal Australian Navy, his drive to serve WA's defence industry, the state's transition from the mining and construction boom, the capabilities of the existing workforce and the future of shipbuilding in WA. http://www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Gearing Victoria for growth, Greg Combet, Victoria's defence industry advocate
26 oktober 2017 · 20 min
Victorian defence industry advocate and former federal politician Greg Combet returns to the Defence Connect podcast to take us through Victoria and BAE Systems Australia's partnership in the bid to secure the $5 billion LAND 400 Phase 2 project. The former parliamentary secretary for defence procurement discusses the plans for the former Holden engine plant site at Fishermans Bend if BAE Systems wins the LAND 400 project, the engineering capabilities in the Victorian economy that are ideal for the upcoming naval shipbuilding projects, and his ambitions for the state to be the home of the $50 million Cooperative Research Centre in Trusted Autonomous Systems. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team. www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Championing Australian defence exports, David Singleton, Austal, CEO
19 oktober 2017 · 21 min
Austal has set the benchmark for successful Australian defence companies with a strong export focus, regularly securing multimillion-dollar defence and commercial contracts overseas, most recently landing a further contract for the Independence Class littoral combat ship (LCS) with the US Navy. Defence Connect caught up with Austal's chief executive David Singleton at the Pacific 2017 International Maritime Exposition to discuss how Austal achieved its phenomenal success overseas, closing the cost gap between south-east Asia and Australia, his views on the success of the 2016 Defence White Paper thus far and the future of Henderson. Lees meer
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RN officers on ASW and why they chose the Type 26
12 oktober 2017 · 21 min
The Royal Navy marked a major millstone recently with the start of construction of the Type 26 Frigate. The Type 26, also known as the Global Combat Ship, will partially replace the Royal Navy's Type 23 anti-submarine frigates, with the first three Type 26s approved for construction by the UK Ministry of Defence as part of a £3.7 billion ($6 billion) contract. Designed and built by BAE Systems, the Type 26 is also one of three solutions being considered by the Royal Australian Navy to replace its aging ANZAC class frigates as part of the SEA 5000 program. With anti-submarine warfare (ASW) at the core of its DNA, the Royal Navy has pegged its future naval capabilities on the Type 26. Join Defence Connect host Phillip Tarrant with his guests Commander Richard Hutchings, Fleet ASW Officer, Royal Navy, and Commander Andy Kellett, Navy Ships Type 26 GCS Requirements Manager, Royal Navy, as they discuss the evolving domain of ASW and how the Type 26 will support UK sea-power in the decades ahead. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Pacific 2017: Future Submarine Supply Chain Briefing
10 oktober 2017 · 1 uur 23 min
As part of a national program, a Future Submarine Industry Briefing took place in Sydney at Pacific 2017 on Wednesday, 4 October. Australian companies, R&D and educational institutions heard from the future submarine enterprise – CASG, Naval Group and Lockheed Martin Australia – in regard to opportunities available in the program and how they can work collaboratively to deliver a sovereign and regionally superior submarine capability for Australia. Tune in to our exclusive recording of the briefing. www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Pacific 2017: Raydon Gates, Margaret Staib & Mark Skidmore, QinetiQ
5 oktober 2017 · 21 min
QinetiQ Australia has set ambitious growth targets as it seeks to capitalise on increased government defence spending and the gamut of projects now underway across land, air and sea. The strengthening of its board has been a key priority, in line with a focused strategy to deliver value to defence customers. Join Defence Connect as we speak with key board members, including Rear Admiral (Ret'd) Raydon Gates, Air Vice Marshal (Ret'd) Margaret Staib and Air Vice Marshal (Ret'd) Mark Skidmore, and uncover opportunities for the business in the period ahead. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Pacific 2017: Lockheed Martin
4 oktober 2017 · 21 min
Lockheed Martin marked a major milestone yesterday, with the formal announcement that the Aegis Combat System has been chosen to equip the new Australian Navy frigates to be built under the SEA 5000 program. Join Dale Bennett, Lockheed Martin executive vice president, rotary and mission systems, and Vince Di Pietro, chief executive of Lockheed Martin Australia and New Zealand, as they discuss the company's outlook for growth in Australia, observations on naval strategy and the evolving strategic landscape, plus the very important role people will play in supporting defence and defence industry in the period ahead. Enjoy the podcast, www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Pacific 2017: Michael Lenton, Leonardo
3 oktober 2017 · 20 min
Leonardo's involvement in Australian defence dates back to the late 1800s, when one of its heritage businesses provided torpedoes to individual Australian states. It's connectivity with the industry still remains – and it's still providing torpedoes. Join executive chairman of Leonardo Australia Michael Lenton and Defence Connect host Phillip Tarrant as they explore some of the history of Leonardo and the role the business is playing in today's evolving defence industry. As well as a number of Australian-first innovations, such as networked data links for ship-to-ship communications, the business is actively delivering the SEA 1442 program to much effect. Enjoy the podcast, www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Saber Astronautics CEO talks defence, space and beer
27 september 2017 · 37 min
In the latest episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Dr Jason Held, CEO of Saber Astronautics joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the defence industry, space and how it has developed throughout the years. Jason talks about the future prospects of a domestic space agency in Australia as "Space is the ultimate high ground." With a PdD in aerospace and mechatronics, the former Space Commander reveals how "goal was to solve all the things that annoyed" him, how he formed his company he describes as "as a commercial R&D laboratory", how he leverages technological advances and how he created a beer you can drink in space! Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team. www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer
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Peace, prosperity and the journey to independence, His Excellency Dr Jose Ramos-Horta
22 september 2017 · 30 min
In this special episode of the Defence Connect podcast, His Excellency Dr Jose Ramos-Horta takes us through Timor-Leste's endeavour towards independence, harmony and stability in the Asia-Pacific region and his deep respect for the Australian Defence Force going all the way back to World War II. The Nobel Laureate and UN special representative tells us tales of the ADF in Timor-Leste and why the Timorese want Australia to play a larger role in the region. The Defence Connect Team, www.defenceconnect.com.au Lees meer