AUSTRALIAN+NEW ZEALAND DEFENCE DIRECTORY 2026 INDUSTRY GROUPS, ASSOCIATIONS & GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS www.defence.directory 46 WELD AUSTRALIA Weld Australia is the peak industry body for the nation’s welding and fabrication sector, representing everyone from individual tradespeople to large-scale fabricators supporting critical national industries like defence. Our members underpin Australia’s sovereign industrial capability, delivering critical welds for naval shipbuilding, armoured vehicle programs, aerospace structures, infrastructure and through-life support across the entire defence supply chain. As a not-for-profit, membership-based organisation, Weld Australia is dedicated to strengthening the readiness and resilience of local welding capacity. We offer strategic advantage through defence-aligned training, certification, research, and direct engagement with government and industry primes. Our engineering and consulting division— backed by Australia’s largest team of International Welding Engineers (IWEs)— provides expert guidance that enhances capability, ensures compliance with defence welding standards, and extends the life of mission-critical assets. We certify fabricators to international benchmarks such as DIN 2303 and AS/NZS ISO 3834, helping suppliers meet stringent defence customer requirements. Technical skills development is at the core of our mission. Weld Australia delivers worldclass professional education, including: • Design and Modelling of Welded Structures: an intensive two-day masterclass with Professor Pingsha Dong • AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Welding Code: two days with international expert Cristian Zanfi r • ASME Section IX: an in-depth three-day course led by welding authority Walter Sperko Through these programs, engineers, inspectors and production teams gain the knowledge needed to meet modern defence project demands. Our overarching goal is clear: to keep Australia’s welding workforce globally competitive, technically advanced and fully equipped to support the evolving needs of the national defence sector—today and into the future. For further information or become a member, visit: weldaustralia.com.au W: www.adiesa.org.au SEMMA The South East Melbourne Manufacturers Alliance (SEMMA) is the peak industry association representing more than 230 leading manufacturing companies across South East Melbourne, Australia’s most dynamic manufacturing hub. As the trusted voice for the region’s manufacturers, SEMMA plays a critical role in shaping policy, building partnerships, and advancing the future of Australian industry. WHO WE ARE At SEMMA, we understand the challenges, opportunities, and innovation that define the manufacturing sector. Our members span a diverse range of industries; from advanced manufacturing to food processing, engineering, and beyond. 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JOIN SEMMA and connect with hundreds of manufacturers who are powering Australia’s industrial future. Whether you’re looking to expand your reach, increase your influence, or build a stronger, more resilient business— SEMMA is the partner you need. Unlock exclusive benefits. Amplify your voice. Join the region’s most powerful manufacturing network. Become a SEMMA Member Today! Visit www.semma.com.au or email info@semma.com.au for more information
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