AUSTRALIAN+NEW ZEALAND DEFENCE DIRECTORY 2025 INDUSTRY GROUPS, ASSOCIATIONS & GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS www.defence.directory 33 ent, logical and affordable plan to transition the ADF to an integrated, focused force. Together, the NDS and IIP provide a blueprint to deliver an ambitious transformation of the ADF to ensure it is positioned to safeguard Australia’s security and contribute to regional peace and prosperity for decades to come. Defence will work with industry, universities and research agencies to deliver an innovative, resilient and competitive defence industrial base that creates a stronger, more secure Australia. Potential partners are being engaged from the outset to ensure early buy-in, remove disconnects in innovation pathways and shorten the time to translate research into Defence capability. Specific partnering initiatives continue to be refined and tailored to shape the broader science and technology community. This includes growing capabilities in critical areas of science and technology, leveraging research networks and encouraging multi-party collaboration. The collaboration arrangements used by DSTG typically include strategic Research and Development Alliances, Cooperative Research Centres, collaborative research agreements and centres of expertise, as well as targeted procurement to support specific activities. SCIENCE, RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY (STAR) SHOTS The Science, Technology and Research (STaR) Shot program will continue to inspire and mobilise the Defence innovation, science and technology (IS&T) ecosystem to shape enduring IS&T investment that offers significant capability advantage. Responding to the priorities outlined in the National Defence Strategy, the STaR Shot program supports the future integrated force by harnessing and developing emerging and disruptive technologies and their applications. The STaR Shot program enables Defence to avoid or deliberately create strategic surprise or disruption. Individual STaR Shots are designed to provide thought-leadership and clear signals to all elements of the IS&T ecosystem, supporting the focus on high priority issues and scaling IS&T activities to the appropriate size driven by need to generate impactful outcomes. ADVANCED STRATEGIC CAPABILITIES ACCELERATOR (ASCA) ASCA is transforming the way breakthrough military solutions are delivered, by rapidly translating innovative technologies into capabilities, that will take Defence further, faster. Working in partnership with industry, universities and research organisations, ASCA is accelerating the development of asymmetric capabilities to the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and is a key priority of the National Defence Strategy, the Integrated Investment Program and the Defence Industry Development Strategy. Opportunities for industry and academia are through our three programs: • Missions: At the heart of a new approach to innovation that focuses on rapidly pulling through disruptive technologies into capabilities that will meet Defence’s most pressing needs. Endorsed by the Vice Chief of Defence force (VCDF) through Problem Statements, a mission does not commence until an acquisition pathway has been identified and agreed. • Innovation Incubation: Challenge Statements will be used to generate responses for short-term funding on lower cost projects. This may include activities such as pitch fests, competitions or demonstration trials. • Emerging & Disruptive Technology: Priorities will be announced via Opportunity Statements from the Chief Defence Scientist, focusing on shaping and future proofing the innovation ecosystem through investment in longterm R&D partnerships. For more information visit www.asca.gov.au BENEFITS FOR AUSTRALIA’S WEALTH AND SECURITY The work of DSTG and ASCA to partner and transfer technology to Australian industry has numerous benefits for Australia’s wealth and security. The Australian Defence Force benefits from the evolution of sustainable, competitive Australian defence industry capabilities and the savings delivered by improved technology and products tailored to meet its requirements. Australian businesses, including SMEs, benefit from exposure to DSTG’s research base, introduction to new technology and Defence markets, the development of spinoff products with civilian applications, and income from domestic sales and exports. DSTG benefits through experience gained during the widespread application of its technology and expertise, enabling it to enhance its research base. Further Information www.dst.defence.gov.au NAVAL SHIPBUILDING AND SUSTAINMENT GROUP The Naval Shipbuilding and Sustainment Group (NSSG) is the dedicated delivery agent for the naval shipbuilding and sustainment enterprise, responsible for providing naval capability acquisition and sustainment. NAVAL SHIPBUILDING AND SUSTAINMENT ENTERPRISE HEADQUARTERS Naval Shipbuilding and Sustainment Enterprise Headquarters is responsible for leading a whole-of-government approach to delivering the objectives of the naval shipbuilding and sustainment enterprise. The enterprise represents a new direction in the way Australia underpins its national security interests. This includes establishing the Continuous Naval Shipbuilding Enablers framework, and leading the development of an updated policy framework for the future of a secure naval shipbuilding and sustainment enterprise. SUBMARINES DIVISION Submarines Division contributes to the delivery of an enduring, potent and agile submarine capability that is vital to Australia’s national security. Spanning submarine acquisition and sustainment, combat systems and capability en-
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