Australian + New Zealand Defence Directory 20/21

AUSTRALIAN + NEW ZEALAND DEFENCE DIRECTORY 2020/21 INDUSTRY GROUPS, ASSOCIATIONS & GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS www. d e f e n c e . d i r e c t o r y 53 Membership of ADIESA is open to Australian companies and academic institutions with capabilities in information and electronic sys- tems. Companies are encouraged to join the Association to increase the already broad representation of Australian Industry. Defence Groups and projects are encouraged to con- tinue to take advantage of ADIESA as an ideal way of meeting the Government’s requirement for Industry Engagement and maximising suc- cess of their initiatives Further information about ADIESA: Postal Address: PO Box 4892 KINGSTON ACT 2604 Kylah Limmer (Board Chair) E: admin@adiesa.org.au W: www.adiesa.org.au DEFENCE INDUSTRY COURSES ALUMNI ARE YOU A GRADUATE OF DISC OR IMC ? DICA supports the ongoing professional de- velopment and networking of the graduates of the Defence and Industry Study Course (DISC) and the Industrial Mobilisation Course (IMC). With over 4000 graduates in its proud history of over 65 years, DISC and IMC have nur- tured the future leaders and senior managers in Defence and Defence Industry. The Alumni provides the continuation of these programs throughout an individual’s career, provid- ing access to the large cohort of likeminded people passionate about the Defence sector. This network, and the bringing together of ex- pertise and experience, ensures that Austra- lian industry is fostering the capabilities and services needed by the Australian Defence Force to deliver the defence and national se- curity needs of tomorrow. Having the ability and channels to reach out across the Defence-Industry relationship to professionals who understand your experi- ences and motivations has never been more important than now. The massive investment in Defence capabilities, recognition of industry as a cornerstone of our national capacity, and the growing reliance on industry to provide the services supporting our military requires networks offering quick and reliable access, and a camaraderie unique in the Defence sector. DICA offers a one-stop access and informa- tion website that keeps you up-to-date on Defence with all the important links, access to the daily news about Defence, upcoming events across the sector, and senior appoint- ments and movements. The news, events and discussions serve to keep you informed, allow you to test your thinking, and broaden your knowledge and expertise in concert with old and new friends. Networking events are a priority for the Alumni and we now have State and Territory coordinators eager to bring the local cadre together, both at DICA events and as part of other Defence sector activities. The big exhi- bitions and conferences are a particular focus for DICA as the Alumni comes together from across Australia. Through the challenges of COVID-19 and going forward, we are looking for methods to bridge the communications gaps between these events and provide on- going connectivity with professionals such as yourself. Now is your chance to be more active with the Alumni, or to reconnect with your cohort from these unique and often life-changing courses. W: www.dica.org.au President – Mark Reynolds E: president@dica.org.au Secretary – Darren Collins E: secretary@dica.org.au Check us out on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/groups/3866636/ AUSTRADE Australian Trade and Investment Commis- sion — Austrade — contributes to Australia’s economic prosperity by attracting produc- tive foreign direct investment into Australia, and helping Australian businesses, including those in the defence industry, develop inter- national markets for their products and ser- vices. With offices in 49 markets, Austrade lever- ages the deep commercial knowledge and relationships of our international and domes- tic networks, and the badge of government, to deliver value for our clients and investors. Austrade helps promote trade and attract in- vestment by: • connecting export-ready Australian businesses to overseas opportunities and working with them to achieve commercial outcomes • attracting productive foreign direct investment into Australia • promoting Australian capability internationally • working with priority industry sectors, like the defence industry, to drive sustained long-term growth of Australian exports • reducing the time, cost and risk of doing business overseas • providing authoritative commercial insights and information to help businesses make informed export and investment-related decisions • informing and influencing government policy to create an environment that encourages positive trade and investment outcomes for Australian companies and foreign investors • supporting market-ready startups and scale-ups in the defence sector through our Landing Pads program— www. australiaunlimited.com/landing-pads • providing financial assistance for exporters through programs like the Export Market Development Grants scheme — https:// www.austrade.gov.au/australian/export/ export-grants • supporting Australia’s regional exporters through the TradeStart network Austrade established a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Australian Defence Export Office (ADEO) in 2018. That MoU sets in place a number of protocols for Austrade and the ADEO to work together — both in Australia and overseas — to support Australian defence exporters. In particular, and as part of the MoU, Austrade has ap- pointed specialist Defence and Security Sec- tor Directors/Business Development Manag- ers in Asia, North America, Europe and the Middle East, to support Australian defence exporters in those priority markets. For more information on how Austrade can assist companies succeed internationally. W: www.austrade.gov.au E: defence@austrade.gov.au