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IN THIS ISSUE ADM2017: Getting on with the job of One Defence������������������������������������������������������������������ 1 F-35A cost down to under US$100 million�������� 3 Italian FREMM first impressions������������������������ 4 Damen hosts industry briefings for OPVs�������� 6 Young stars of defence industry recognised��� 7
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ADM 2017: Getting on with the job of One Defence Julian Kerr | Canberra It was standing room only at the 14th ADM Congress in Canberra on 7 February, where almost 500 participants were treated to uniformly upbeat messages from Ministers and a range of Defence and industry luminaries. Defence Minister Marise Payne was confident that the US-Australia relationship from a Defence-to-Defence perspective would continue to increase in depth and breadth as had been the case over the past 65 years, whatever party was in power on either side of the Pacific. Newly-appointed US Defence Secretary James Mattis was “a close friend of Australia”, the Minister said. More than 600 permanent Australian Defence personnel, scientists and engineers were spread across 31 US states and the District of Columbia, and senior US military roles held by embedded Australians included those of Deputy Commanding General US Army Pacific; Deputy Director Strategic Plans and Policy at US Pacific Command, and Deputy Director of Operations at Central Command. Australian forces could be expected to remain in Iraq “for a while longer”, the Minister stated. Minister for Defence Industry Christopher Pyne stressed the importance of directing as much as possible of the $195 billion defence capital investment program to Australian industry. “It doesn’t mean that every contract will be awarded in Australia but rather than starting from the point where we think Australian industry can’t do what can be done in France, Germany, the US and UK, we’re going to start with finding out what can be done here. www.australiandefence.com.au | Defence Week Premium | 09 February 2017 | ISSUE 431 | 1
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“A decision would be reached “sooner than people expect” on the successful contender for the Sea 5000 Future Frigate program.”
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ISSUE 431 NEWS | INTELLIGENCE | BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES | EVENTS “And if we’re just below the capability that we need, ascertain how we can build up defence industry so we can do in Australia what we’ve previously brought from overseas.” Pyne said a decision would be reached “sooner than people expect” on the successful contender for the Sea 5000 Future Frigate program and the associated combat system integrator, but gave no other details. Chief of the Defence Force Air Chief Marshal Mark Binskin disclosed that standing up a federated model ADF Headquarters (ADFHQ) would begin in midyear. This would integrate the three Service HQ and command elements from the Vice Chief of the Defence Force Group. The new ADFHQ would establish a Chief of Joint Capabilities responsible for all military enabling functions. The new command arrangements would also introduce a more consolidated, comprehensive approach to developing, preparing and sustaining capabilities for military intelligence and targeting, cyber and information operations, electronic warfare and space. Explaining a new Business Development Framework launched within the Capability and Sustainment Group (CASG) late last year, Group head Kim Gillis said CASG’s business would be managed using a balanced matrix similar to the structure used by large companies. The “what and when” would be by the domains through the SPO (Systems Programs Office) structure, all of which were being reviewed to ensure the right staff, skills and contractual structure. The “who and how” would be delivered by six Centres of Excellence (CoE). All CASG personnel would belong to a CoE which would manage each individual’s career by providing planning, career progression, and policies and procedures to support them to do their job. “Over time you will find us easier to deal with, more consistent in our approach and responses, and the cost of doing business with us should be reduced,” Gillis said. Noting that some Defence challenges were sufficiently complex to defy conventional solutions, Chief Defence Scientist Dr Alex Zelinsky said such work was characterised as Grand Challenges that could only be addressed by an intensive, cross-disciplinary, multi-party collaborative national effort across organisational boundaries. Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) would therefore be incorporating a Grand Challenges program into the Next Generation Technologies Fund. This would involve strategic investments in a limited number of R&D projects of national significance to Australia. The first Grand Challenge would centre on the theme of countering improvised threats, recognising the reality that improvised weapons were no longer limited to explosive devices. Ben Hudson, CEO of Rheinmetall Defence’s Vehicle Systems Division, pointed out that while Australia was the eighth largest global importer of military equipment, it was not among the top 15 exporters of such equipment. It was essential that future defence projects aimed not just to ‘build to print’ an offshore design, but that Australia was either developing new technologies and products with global appeal, or was requiring the transfer of technology and intellectual property to ensure the long-term development and sustainment of the domestic defence industry. www.australiandefence.com.au | Defence Week Premium | 09 February 2017 | ISSUE 431 | 2
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ISSUE 431 NEWS | INTELLIGENCE | BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES | EVENTS Glynn Phillips, Chief Executive of BAE Systems Australia, highlighted the challenge of Disruptive Technology, stating that technological innovation in Defence should continue to be the national priority. “If we don’t prioritise it, Australia risks becoming a nation that is lagging in capability – behind the nations, groups or individuals that pose a security threat. And we will be exposed to higher costs by having to import technology”. For Andrew Davies, Director of ASPI’s Defence and Strategy Program, the anticipated $195 billion spend on capital investment over the next 10 years came with its own challenges – the propensity of governments to raid the Defence budget during an economic downturn or even return to surplus earlier in the case of a looming election, and the ability of Defence and Defence Industry to absorb such a large sum over a decade when rushing projects invariably created problems. ADM Editor Katherine Ziesing also announced that the Essington Lewis Awards will be making a return this year. Formerly known as the ADM/DMO Awards for Excellence, the new streamlined awards will be presented at a gala dinner the night before the Defence and Industry conference in Canberra on June 14. The awards will focus on collaboration and innovation in Defence projects between CASG and Defence Industry. Details of the awards will be available on the ADM website shortly.
F-35A cost down to under US$100 million The US Department of Defense and Lockheed Martin have reached an agreement in principle on reducing the cost of the next lot of F-35 Lightning II aircraft to below US$100 million.
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Lockheed Martin F-35 production line at Fort Worth in Texas.
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The Low-Rate Initial Production Lot 10 (LRIP-10) contract covers acquisition for 90 F-35s and represents more than a 60 per cent price reduction for the F-35A variant since the first LRIP-1 contract, according to the official Joint Program Office (JPO) release. The monetary savings amount to US$728 million compared to the previous Lot. “The LRIP-10 contract is a good and fair deal for the taxpayers, the US Government, allies, and Industry,” Lieutenant General Chris Bogdan, F-35 program executive officer said. “We continue to work with Industry to drive costs out of the program.”
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“We continue to work with Industry to drive costs out of the program.”
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ISSUE 431 NEWS | INTELLIGENCE | BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES | EVENTS The F-35A variant being acquired by the RAAF comprises approximately 85 per cent of the program of record. Its unit price in LRIP-10, including aircraft, engine and fee, is roughly seven per cent lower than the previous LRIP-9 contract. Over the past two procurement lots (LRIP-9 and 10), the price of the F-35A has dropped 12 per cent. “With initiatives like Blueprint for Affordability and the natural learning curve, we are substantially bringing the cost of each aircraft down and at the same time the F-35 program will continue to add thousands of additional jobs to the US economy as we increase production year over year,” Lockheed Martin F-35 vice president and general manager Jeff Babione said. LRIP 10 contract includes 55 jets for the US services and 35 jets for international partners and foreign military sales customers: • 44 F-35A for the U.S. Air Force • 9 F-35B for the U.S. Marine Corps • 2 F-35C for the U.S. Navy • 3 F-35B for UK • 6 F-35A for Norway • 8 F-35A for Australia • 2 F-35A for Turkey • 4 F-35A for Japan • 6 F-35A for Israel • 6 F-35A for South Korea The approximate per variant unit price for the F-35A, including jet, engine and fee will be US$94.6 million. Lockheed Martin said in a statement that “the increase in the number of aircraft in this agreement enables us to reduce costs by taking advantage of economies of scale and production efficiencies”. The company attributed “President Trump’s personal involvement in the F-35 program” as a factor in accelerating the negotiations and “[sharpening] our focus on driving down the price”.
Italian FREMM first impressions Philip Smart | Adelaide
ADM visited the Italian Navy’s FREMM Frigate, Carabiniere while it was berthed in Adelaide this week as part of its four-city tour of Australia. Fincantieri’s FREMM (FRigate, Européenne, Multi-Mission) design has been shortlisted for the Sea 5000 Future Frigate program, with the final decision to be announced sooner than expected, as stated by Defence Industry Minister Christopher Pyne at ADM 2017. At 6,500 tonnes and 144 metres long, the ship is comparable in size with Australia’s new Hobart class Air Warfare Destroyers. Fincantieri has so far delivered five to the Italian Navy, with another five to be delivered over the next four years. Commissioned in 2015, Carabiniere has spent almost half its Italian Navy service away from home on deployment, including acting as flagship for www.australiandefence.com.au | Defence Week Premium | 09 February 2017 | ISSUE 431 | 4
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Operation Atalanta, a European Naval Force anti-piracy activity off the coast of Africa in 2016. On a tour of the vessel, ADM found that a modern frigate’s multi-purpose design blends sophisticated weaponry with practical vessel design and equipment for its multi-mission roles. FREMM’s rudders are canted, stabilising as well as steering the ship underway. While this has obvious advantages for operation of helicopters and weapons, the stability also aids crew comfort, particularly on long passages. Today’s warships are a dichotomy of modern and traditional. The main mast of Carabiniere mounts its primary radar systems, but is still equipped with halyards for signal flags. Berthed in Adelaide, the ship was flying the “bunkering” signal flag while taking on fuel. Wood still plays a large role in warship design and operation. Carabiniere has wooden fixtures throughout and wooden beams are stowed in racks around the ship, to be used in shoring up damaged sections of hull and bulkhead. As a multi-purpose vessel, the FREMM makes much use of its two RHIBs (Rigid-Hull Inflatable Boats) for vessel inspections, boarding parties and utility. They sit behind hinged doors on either side of the hull and are craned out over the water for fast deployment. The FREMM is fitted to act as a task group command vessel, including separate quarters and working space for a task group commander and staff. With normal complement of around 130, the FREMM’s crew has been augmented to around 160 for its deployment to Australia, and can accommodate up to 200 people. The ship’s propulsion system includes two electric motors for quiet movement on antisubmarine warfare operations. They can propel the vessel to a speed of 15 knots. Above this speed a single gas turbine takes over, while the electric engines are also brought back online to achieve the ship’s 27-knot top speed. The FREMM also has a retractable azimuthal thruster in the forward hull, mainly used for manoeuvring in harbour, but also capable of propelling the ship at up to seven knots in an emergency. Like the ship, the crew are also multi-tasked. ADM’s guide was an antisubmarine warfare officer who also serves as a boarding party commander, helideck operations officer and public information officer. The FREMM is unusual in having two helicopter hangars. The vessel can embark both an SH90 (similar to Australia’s MRH90) and the larger EH-101 antisubmarine warfare helicopters, operating from a 520-square-metre helideck. ADM will have more to report on Carabiniere as she continues her tour of Australia. © ADM (PHILIP SMART)
The Marina Militare’s FREMM frigate Carabiniere alongside in Adelaide with her SH90 displayed on the flight deck.
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“The FREMM is fitted to act as a task group command vessel, including separate quarters and working space for a task group commander and staff.”
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Damen hosts industry briefings for OPVs In preparation for its Sea 1180 OPV Program tender to Defence, Damen Shipyards Group has concluded two Industry Briefings aimed at Australian companies active in the maritime and defence industries.
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Damen’s OPV 2600 design for Sea 1180.
“The briefings met an enthusiastic response from Australian companies.”
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The briefings met an enthusiastic response from Australian companies; in total, 350 and 233 people representing 260 and 170 companies participated in briefings in Perth and Adelaide respectively. In a statement Damen said in line with Commonwealth requirements, it is aiming to encourage the maximum possible amount of Australian content in order to develop and expand the country’s shipbuilding and defence industries. Damen’s Project Manager for the Australian industry capability part of the tender process, Wolter ten Bokkel Huinink, and Damen’s Australia representative, Mark Todd, highlighted the key aspects of the company’s motivations in presentations at both Industry Briefings. Using Damen’s own vessel design as a starting point, they described the various work packages that would be involved and the criteria on which Damen intends to select suppliers. “We are committed to involving both the Australian shipbuilding and marine equipment industries to the max,” Ten Bokkel Huinink said. He added that Damen’s experience of building vessels locally had shown the very real advantages to local shipbuilding industries. “Not only do the yards involved receive training and support, but, in terms of knowledge transfer, the whole maritime supply chain and associated naval defence technologies can benefit from the solid knowledge of our in-house R&D and shipbuilding experience.” David Land, Supply Consultant – Defence, Industry Capability Network said the presentations had been really open, giving attendees an opportunity also to share ideas and strategies. “It’s a good sign that there is a willingness to develop a collaborative approach to undertaking the project – something that is in everyone’s best interests,” Land said. www.australiandefence.com.au | Defence Week Premium | 09 February 2017 | ISSUE 431 | 6
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Young stars of defence industry recognised The 2017 Australian Industry & Defence Network (AIDN) National Young Achiever Awards were held during the organisation’s annual dinner held in Canberra on February 7.
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Alan Rankins, AIDN National President (L), Rachel Harch, Nova Systems, 2017 Winner AIDN Young Achiever Award, Kim Gillis, Deputy Secretary, CASG.
“These fine young Australians are the key to our future.”
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Rachel Harch from AIDN-QLD and Nova Systems was announced as the winner of the National Young Achiever Award (YAA). In introducing the national finalists, AIDN National President, Alan Rankins said that “although the finalists worked in diverse backgrounds within the defence industry, each YAA displayed outstanding qualities in their profession and are a credit to themselves and their employers.” Rankins also remarked that, “this year’s AIDN National YAA competition had five outstanding finalists and I encourage companies in all states to put forward their young professionals for the 2018 award.” MC, Graham Priestnall expressed AIDN’s gratitude for the ongoing support provided by the CASG. In announcing the winner Rankins emphasised the importance of acknowledging and encouraging all talented young Australians involved in the defence industry. “These fine young Australians are the key to our future, and initiatives, such as the AIDN Young Achiever Award, continue to nurture this talent,” he said. The YAA Award was presented by Deputy Secretary CASG, Kim Gillis. The national finalists were: • AIDN-QLD – Rachel Harch – Nova Systems • AIDN-NSW – Ryan Andersen – Ryan Andersen, Aerospace & Mechanical Consulting Engineers • AIDN-Vic – Kate Graves, QinetiQ Australia • AIDN-ACT Michael Hellessey – Seabox International • AIDN-SA (DTC) – Amanda Selway – Raytheon Australia www.australiandefence.com.au | Defence Week Premium | 09 February 2017 | ISSUE 431 | 7
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ISSUE 431 NEWS | INTELLIGENCE | BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES | EVENTS The annual Young Achiever award was created in 2008 to recognise the important contribution made by young people in Australia’s defence industry. The award is held at the AIDN Chapter (State and Territory) level with chapter winners competing for the national award. AIDN is an association which aims to generate business opportunities for its SME members both locally and via global supply chains. The network operates in each State and Territory and has over 800 members. Note: ADM Editor Katherine Ziesing was on the judging panel for the awards.
Accenture solution for Defence logistics Professional services company Accenture has helped Defence develop and deploy a new cloud-based NATO supply codification system enabling receipt of up-to-date data and development of new supply chain processes and procedures.
“Critical to project success was the skilled team of industry specialists.”
The new system is the Department’s first software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution. Codification is crucial for defence organisations to accurately identify, classify and number items of supply and to manage defence logistics. Working with multiple stakeholders across various geographies, the integrated project team – led by Defence, working closely with Accenture and AURA – introduced the codification capabilities and integrated the new technology with internal systems to ensure unique functional requirements. NATO compliance testing was undertaken to ensure the technology was able to successfully communicate with the defence agencies of other nations and the relevant NATO agencies. “Critical to project success was the skilled team of industry specialists and a highly collaborative delivery approach between Defence and its multiple industry partners,” Matt Gollings, managing director for Accenture’s local defence business said. As systems integrator on the 12-month project, Accenture established the system design, undertook the data migration activity from the existing system testing activities, and deployed the new solution.
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Codification is crucial for defence organisations to accurately identify, classify and number items of supply and to manage defence logistics.
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Forthcoming Events HunterNet Defence Forum
Date 14 February 2017 Location Newcastle Email [email protected] Phone 02 4925 4482 Details TBA
MRC National Security Series
Date 14 February 2017 Location Canberra Website Register In “Ready, set, launch: Propelling defence materiel to global markets”, Minister for Defence Industry Christopher Pyne will update guests on the implementation of the Defence Industry Policy Statement and on the importance, and potential of the defence industry sector to the economy, technology, and nation. Registrations close February 9.
Fincantieri Sea 5000 Industry Roadshows
Dates 15 and 22 February 2017 Locations Sydney and Melbourne Register [email protected] The aim of the Road Show is to acquire a deeper understanding of Australian shipbuilding capabilities and to explore every opportunity to establish partnerships with local industry in order to include Australian companies in the Fincantieri Supply Chain.
UTS/SADIG/AIDN Defence Collaboration Forum
Date 15 February 2017 Location Sydney Website Catalyst Events A forum for Defence, NSW universities and industry to gather, network and coordinate their collective capabilities in order to address critical national defence priorities.
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Date 16 February 2017 Location Sydney Website www.eventbrite.com.au Australian companies as well as R&D and educational institutions will be attending the briefing in Sydney to hear from representatives of the future submarine enterprise in regards to opportunities available in the Future Submarine Program.
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IFRS National Security Careers Night
Date 22 February 2017 Location Canberra Website Register The National Security Careers Night is for university graduates and young professionals who work in the national security community or aspire to do so. It provides young leaders with valuable insights into the national security community, featuring presentations on the roles, activities and professional development opportunities in private and government organisations. RSVP Monday 20th February.
Navantia Future Frigate Industry briefings
Dates 23 February – 27 April 2017 Locations Perth, Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney & Brisbane Website Navantia Navantia Australia is seeking to engage with partners from Australian industry as part of the company’s work on Australia’s Future Frigates. Navantia will be holding industry days throughout February to April, and invites all interested companies to register their interest through www.navantiasea5000.icn.org.au.
HUMS2017
Date 27 February – 2 March 2017 Location Melbourne Website HUMS2017 Email Wenyi Wang HUMS2017 is an established biennial international conference featuring health (condition) and usage monitoring and management systems for mechanical plant, land vehicles, marine vehicles, helicopters and fixed wing aircraft. Details will be added to our website as they are decided. There will be 2 days of presentations at the Congress (MCG) from 27-28 February, followed by technology presentations and day visits to Avalon Air Show on 1 or 2 March.
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Date 28 February – 5 March 2017 Location Geelong Website Avalon 2017 AVALON 2017 will again present a unique opportunity to showcase products, technologies and services to an informed target audience and to demonstrate a marketing presence in this vibrant and vital region. High levels of economic growth and technological development have resulted in growing demand for aviation and aerospace services, products and technology, right across the spectrum from General Aviation to airlines, air forces and space. Nominations are now open for National Innovation Awards and will close on January 9.
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Land Environment Working Group
Date 11 April 2017 Location Canberra Email MAJ John Engroos Phone 02 6265 4820 The next iteration of the Land Environment Working Group will be conducted at the National Convention Centre in Canberra. Input on discussion and presentation topics is being sought for the meeting. If there are areas that have not been covered in previous meetings or have not been covered in detail, please send suggestions to MAJ John Engroos and MAJ Jerome Russell
National Manufacturing Week 2017
Date 9-12 May, 2017 Location Melbourne Website NMW2017 National Manufacturing Week (NMW) 2017 will once again showcase thought leaders in manufacturing in its central R&D Hub presentation theatre, Safety First theatre, and a range of co-located special events. Those that wish to be considered as a speaker or facilitator as part of the agenda should submit their interest by Wednesday November 30th 2016.
Special Operations Forces Industry Conference (SOFIC)
Date 15-18 May 2017 Location Florida, USA Website business.gov.au SOFIC is an annual conference and exhibition in Florida, US, providing a forum for military, partner nations, government, academia and industry stakeholders to discuss how to best support global Special Operations Forces. The CDIC is hosting a Team Defence Australia stand at SOFIC to showcase Australian industry. Companies interested in attending SOFIC and have capabilities in particular areas (see website) are encouraged to register their interest by 15 Feb 2017.
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Date 16-18 May 2017 Location Singapore Website IMDEX Asia For close to two decades, IMDEX Asia has served the maritime defence community by providing the ultimate avenue for high-profile stakeholders, key industry players and naval engineering professionals to network, exchange ideas and do business.
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Australian Simulation Congress
Date Monday 28 August – Thursday 31 August 2017 Location International Convention Centre, Sydney Website www.simulationcongress.com Simulation Australasia, the national body for those working in simulation in Australasia, will once again bring together the SimHealth and SimTecT streams for the 2017 Australasian Simulation Congress (ASC) with opportunities for a number of joint sessions of mutual interest.
PACIFIC 2017
Date 03-05 October 2017 Location Sydney Website Pacific 2017 PACIFIC 2017 will be a comprehensive showcase of the latest developments in naval, underwater and commercial maritime technology. The expo will again provide the essential showcase for commercial maritime and naval defence industries to promote their capabilities to decision-makers from around the world. There is a Call for Abstracts for the PACIFIC 2017 International Maritime Conference program.
MilCIS 2017
Date 14-16 November 2017 Location Canberra Website www.milcis.com.au In November each year, the Defence Chief Information Officer Group (CIOG) partners with the University of NSW, Canberra and the Institute of Electronic and Electrical Engineers (IEEE) to present MilCIS. The conference facilitates a continuing dialogue between Department of Defence employees, contractors, industry and researchers to discuss current and developing technological capabilities, project initiatives, and operational requirements.
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ADM 2017: Getting on with the job of One Defence Julian Kerr | Canberra It was standing room only at the 14th ADM Congress in Canberra on 7 February, where almost 500 participants were treated to uniformly upbeat messages from Ministers and a range of Defence and industry luminaries. Defence Minister Marise Payne was confident that the US-Australia relationship from a Defence-to-Defence perspective would continue to increase in depth and breadth as had been the case over the past 65 years, whatever party was in power on either side of the Pacific. Newly-appointed US Defence Secretary James Mattis was “a close friend of Australia”, the Minister said. More than 600 permanent Australian Defence personnel, scientists and engineers were spread across 31 US states and the District of Columbia, and senior US military roles held by embedded Australians included those of Deputy Commanding General US Army Pacific; Deputy Director Strategic Plans and Policy at US Pacific Command, and Deputy Director of Operations at Central Command. Australian forces could be expected to remain in Iraq “for a while longer”, the Minister stated. Minister for Defence Industry Christopher Pyne stressed the importance of directing as much as possible of the $195 billion defence capital investment program to Australian industry. “It doesn’t mean that every contract will be awarded in Australia but rather than starting from the point where we think Australian industry can’t do what can be done in France, Germany, the US and UK, we’re going to start with finding out what can be done here. www.australiandefence.com.au | Defence Week Premium | 09 February 2017 | ISSUE 431 | 1
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“A decision would be reached “sooner than people expect” on the successful contender for the Sea 5000 Future Frigate program.”
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ISSUE 431 NEWS | INTELLIGENCE | BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES | EVENTS “And if we’re just below the capability that we need, ascertain how we can build up defence industry so we can do in Australia what we’ve previously brought from overseas.” Pyne said a decision would be reached “sooner than people expect” on the successful contender for the Sea 5000 Future Frigate program and the associated combat system integrator, but gave no other details. Chief of the Defence Force Air Chief Marshal Mark Binskin disclosed that standing up a federated model ADF Headquarters (ADFHQ) would begin in midyear. This would integrate the three Service HQ and command elements from the Vice Chief of the Defence Force Group. The new ADFHQ would establish a Chief of Joint Capabilities responsible for all military enabling functions. The new command arrangements would also introduce a more consolidated, comprehensive approach to developing, preparing and sustaining capabilities for military intelligence and targeting, cyber and information operations, electronic warfare and space. Explaining a new Business Development Framework launched within the Capability and Sustainment Group (CASG) late last year, Group head Kim Gillis said CASG’s business would be managed using a balanced matrix similar to the structure used by large companies. The “what and when” would be by the domains through the SPO (Systems Programs Office) structure, all of which were being reviewed to ensure the right staff, skills and contractual structure. The “who and how” would be delivered by six Centres of Excellence (CoE). All CASG personnel would belong to a CoE which would manage each individual’s career by providing planning, career progression, and policies and procedures to support them to do their job. “Over time you will find us easier to deal with, more consistent in our approach and responses, and the cost of doing business with us should be reduced,” Gillis said. Noting that some Defence challenges were sufficiently complex to defy conventional solutions, Chief Defence Scientist Dr Alex Zelinsky said such work was characterised as Grand Challenges that could only be addressed by an intensive, cross-disciplinary, multi-party collaborative national effort across organisational boundaries. Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) would therefore be incorporating a Grand Challenges program into the Next Generation Technologies Fund. This would involve strategic investments in a limited number of R&D projects of national significance to Australia. The first Grand Challenge would centre on the theme of countering improvised threats, recognising the reality that improvised weapons were no longer limited to explosive devices. Ben Hudson, CEO of Rheinmetall Defence’s Vehicle Systems Division, pointed out that while Australia was the eighth largest global importer of military equipment, it was not among the top 15 exporters of such equipment. It was essential that future defence projects aimed not just to ‘build to print’ an offshore design, but that Australia was either developing new technologies and products with global appeal, or was requiring the transfer of technology and intellectual property to ensure the long-term development and sustainment of the domestic defence industry. www.australiandefence.com.au | Defence Week Premium | 09 February 2017 | ISSUE 431 | 2
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ISSUE 431 NEWS | INTELLIGENCE | BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES | EVENTS Glynn Phillips, Chief Executive of BAE Systems Australia, highlighted the challenge of Disruptive Technology, stating that technological innovation in Defence should continue to be the national priority. “If we don’t prioritise it, Australia risks becoming a nation that is lagging in capability – behind the nations, groups or individuals that pose a security threat. And we will be exposed to higher costs by having to import technology”. For Andrew Davies, Director of ASPI’s Defence and Strategy Program, the anticipated $195 billion spend on capital investment over the next 10 years came with its own challenges – the propensity of governments to raid the Defence budget during an economic downturn or even return to surplus earlier in the case of a looming election, and the ability of Defence and Defence Industry to absorb such a large sum over a decade when rushing projects invariably created problems. ADM Editor Katherine Ziesing also announced that the Essington Lewis Awards will be making a return this year. Formerly known as the ADM/DMO Awards for Excellence, the new streamlined awards will be presented at a gala dinner the night before the Defence and Industry conference in Canberra on June 14. The awards will focus on collaboration and innovation in Defence projects between CASG and Defence Industry. Details of the awards will be available on the ADM website shortly.
F-35A cost down to under US$100 million The US Department of Defense and Lockheed Martin have reached an agreement in principle on reducing the cost of the next lot of F-35 Lightning II aircraft to below US$100 million.
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Lockheed Martin F-35 production line at Fort Worth in Texas.
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The Low-Rate Initial Production Lot 10 (LRIP-10) contract covers acquisition for 90 F-35s and represents more than a 60 per cent price reduction for the F-35A variant since the first LRIP-1 contract, according to the official Joint Program Office (JPO) release. The monetary savings amount to US$728 million compared to the previous Lot. “The LRIP-10 contract is a good and fair deal for the taxpayers, the US Government, allies, and Industry,” Lieutenant General Chris Bogdan, F-35 program executive officer said. “We continue to work with Industry to drive costs out of the program.”
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“We continue to work with Industry to drive costs out of the program.”
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ISSUE 431 NEWS | INTELLIGENCE | BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES | EVENTS The F-35A variant being acquired by the RAAF comprises approximately 85 per cent of the program of record. Its unit price in LRIP-10, including aircraft, engine and fee, is roughly seven per cent lower than the previous LRIP-9 contract. Over the past two procurement lots (LRIP-9 and 10), the price of the F-35A has dropped 12 per cent. “With initiatives like Blueprint for Affordability and the natural learning curve, we are substantially bringing the cost of each aircraft down and at the same time the F-35 program will continue to add thousands of additional jobs to the US economy as we increase production year over year,” Lockheed Martin F-35 vice president and general manager Jeff Babione said. LRIP 10 contract includes 55 jets for the US services and 35 jets for international partners and foreign military sales customers: • 44 F-35A for the U.S. Air Force • 9 F-35B for the U.S. Marine Corps • 2 F-35C for the U.S. Navy • 3 F-35B for UK • 6 F-35A for Norway • 8 F-35A for Australia • 2 F-35A for Turkey • 4 F-35A for Japan • 6 F-35A for Israel • 6 F-35A for South Korea The approximate per variant unit price for the F-35A, including jet, engine and fee will be US$94.6 million. Lockheed Martin said in a statement that “the increase in the number of aircraft in this agreement enables us to reduce costs by taking advantage of economies of scale and production efficiencies”. The company attributed “President Trump’s personal involvement in the F-35 program” as a factor in accelerating the negotiations and “[sharpening] our focus on driving down the price”.
Italian FREMM first impressions Philip Smart | Adelaide
ADM visited the Italian Navy’s FREMM Frigate, Carabiniere while it was berthed in Adelaide this week as part of its four-city tour of Australia. Fincantieri’s FREMM (FRigate, Européenne, Multi-Mission) design has been shortlisted for the Sea 5000 Future Frigate program, with the final decision to be announced sooner than expected, as stated by Defence Industry Minister Christopher Pyne at ADM 2017. At 6,500 tonnes and 144 metres long, the ship is comparable in size with Australia’s new Hobart class Air Warfare Destroyers. Fincantieri has so far delivered five to the Italian Navy, with another five to be delivered over the next four years. Commissioned in 2015, Carabiniere has spent almost half its Italian Navy service away from home on deployment, including acting as flagship for www.australiandefence.com.au | Defence Week Premium | 09 February 2017 | ISSUE 431 | 4
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Operation Atalanta, a European Naval Force anti-piracy activity off the coast of Africa in 2016. On a tour of the vessel, ADM found that a modern frigate’s multi-purpose design blends sophisticated weaponry with practical vessel design and equipment for its multi-mission roles. FREMM’s rudders are canted, stabilising as well as steering the ship underway. While this has obvious advantages for operation of helicopters and weapons, the stability also aids crew comfort, particularly on long passages. Today’s warships are a dichotomy of modern and traditional. The main mast of Carabiniere mounts its primary radar systems, but is still equipped with halyards for signal flags. Berthed in Adelaide, the ship was flying the “bunkering” signal flag while taking on fuel. Wood still plays a large role in warship design and operation. Carabiniere has wooden fixtures throughout and wooden beams are stowed in racks around the ship, to be used in shoring up damaged sections of hull and bulkhead. As a multi-purpose vessel, the FREMM makes much use of its two RHIBs (Rigid-Hull Inflatable Boats) for vessel inspections, boarding parties and utility. They sit behind hinged doors on either side of the hull and are craned out over the water for fast deployment. The FREMM is fitted to act as a task group command vessel, including separate quarters and working space for a task group commander and staff. With normal complement of around 130, the FREMM’s crew has been augmented to around 160 for its deployment to Australia, and can accommodate up to 200 people. The ship’s propulsion system includes two electric motors for quiet movement on antisubmarine warfare operations. They can propel the vessel to a speed of 15 knots. Above this speed a single gas turbine takes over, while the electric engines are also brought back online to achieve the ship’s 27-knot top speed. The FREMM also has a retractable azimuthal thruster in the forward hull, mainly used for manoeuvring in harbour, but also capable of propelling the ship at up to seven knots in an emergency. Like the ship, the crew are also multi-tasked. ADM’s guide was an antisubmarine warfare officer who also serves as a boarding party commander, helideck operations officer and public information officer. The FREMM is unusual in having two helicopter hangars. The vessel can embark both an SH90 (similar to Australia’s MRH90) and the larger EH-101 antisubmarine warfare helicopters, operating from a 520-square-metre helideck. ADM will have more to report on Carabiniere as she continues her tour of Australia. © ADM (PHILIP SMART)
The Marina Militare’s FREMM frigate Carabiniere alongside in Adelaide with her SH90 displayed on the flight deck.
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“The FREMM is fitted to act as a task group command vessel, including separate quarters and working space for a task group commander and staff.”
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Damen hosts industry briefings for OPVs In preparation for its Sea 1180 OPV Program tender to Defence, Damen Shipyards Group has concluded two Industry Briefings aimed at Australian companies active in the maritime and defence industries.
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Damen’s OPV 2600 design for Sea 1180.
“The briefings met an enthusiastic response from Australian companies.”
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The briefings met an enthusiastic response from Australian companies; in total, 350 and 233 people representing 260 and 170 companies participated in briefings in Perth and Adelaide respectively. In a statement Damen said in line with Commonwealth requirements, it is aiming to encourage the maximum possible amount of Australian content in order to develop and expand the country’s shipbuilding and defence industries. Damen’s Project Manager for the Australian industry capability part of the tender process, Wolter ten Bokkel Huinink, and Damen’s Australia representative, Mark Todd, highlighted the key aspects of the company’s motivations in presentations at both Industry Briefings. Using Damen’s own vessel design as a starting point, they described the various work packages that would be involved and the criteria on which Damen intends to select suppliers. “We are committed to involving both the Australian shipbuilding and marine equipment industries to the max,” Ten Bokkel Huinink said. He added that Damen’s experience of building vessels locally had shown the very real advantages to local shipbuilding industries. “Not only do the yards involved receive training and support, but, in terms of knowledge transfer, the whole maritime supply chain and associated naval defence technologies can benefit from the solid knowledge of our in-house R&D and shipbuilding experience.” David Land, Supply Consultant – Defence, Industry Capability Network said the presentations had been really open, giving attendees an opportunity also to share ideas and strategies. “It’s a good sign that there is a willingness to develop a collaborative approach to undertaking the project – something that is in everyone’s best interests,” Land said. www.australiandefence.com.au | Defence Week Premium | 09 February 2017 | ISSUE 431 | 6
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Young stars of defence industry recognised The 2017 Australian Industry & Defence Network (AIDN) National Young Achiever Awards were held during the organisation’s annual dinner held in Canberra on February 7.
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Alan Rankins, AIDN National President (L), Rachel Harch, Nova Systems, 2017 Winner AIDN Young Achiever Award, Kim Gillis, Deputy Secretary, CASG.
“These fine young Australians are the key to our future.”
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Rachel Harch from AIDN-QLD and Nova Systems was announced as the winner of the National Young Achiever Award (YAA). In introducing the national finalists, AIDN National President, Alan Rankins said that “although the finalists worked in diverse backgrounds within the defence industry, each YAA displayed outstanding qualities in their profession and are a credit to themselves and their employers.” Rankins also remarked that, “this year’s AIDN National YAA competition had five outstanding finalists and I encourage companies in all states to put forward their young professionals for the 2018 award.” MC, Graham Priestnall expressed AIDN’s gratitude for the ongoing support provided by the CASG. In announcing the winner Rankins emphasised the importance of acknowledging and encouraging all talented young Australians involved in the defence industry. “These fine young Australians are the key to our future, and initiatives, such as the AIDN Young Achiever Award, continue to nurture this talent,” he said. The YAA Award was presented by Deputy Secretary CASG, Kim Gillis. The national finalists were: • AIDN-QLD – Rachel Harch – Nova Systems • AIDN-NSW – Ryan Andersen – Ryan Andersen, Aerospace & Mechanical Consulting Engineers • AIDN-Vic – Kate Graves, QinetiQ Australia • AIDN-ACT Michael Hellessey – Seabox International • AIDN-SA (DTC) – Amanda Selway – Raytheon Australia www.australiandefence.com.au | Defence Week Premium | 09 February 2017 | ISSUE 431 | 7
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ISSUE 431 NEWS | INTELLIGENCE | BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES | EVENTS The annual Young Achiever award was created in 2008 to recognise the important contribution made by young people in Australia’s defence industry. The award is held at the AIDN Chapter (State and Territory) level with chapter winners competing for the national award. AIDN is an association which aims to generate business opportunities for its SME members both locally and via global supply chains. The network operates in each State and Territory and has over 800 members. Note: ADM Editor Katherine Ziesing was on the judging panel for the awards.
Accenture solution for Defence logistics Professional services company Accenture has helped Defence develop and deploy a new cloud-based NATO supply codification system enabling receipt of up-to-date data and development of new supply chain processes and procedures.
“Critical to project success was the skilled team of industry specialists.”
The new system is the Department’s first software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution. Codification is crucial for defence organisations to accurately identify, classify and number items of supply and to manage defence logistics. Working with multiple stakeholders across various geographies, the integrated project team – led by Defence, working closely with Accenture and AURA – introduced the codification capabilities and integrated the new technology with internal systems to ensure unique functional requirements. NATO compliance testing was undertaken to ensure the technology was able to successfully communicate with the defence agencies of other nations and the relevant NATO agencies. “Critical to project success was the skilled team of industry specialists and a highly collaborative delivery approach between Defence and its multiple industry partners,” Matt Gollings, managing director for Accenture’s local defence business said. As systems integrator on the 12-month project, Accenture established the system design, undertook the data migration activity from the existing system testing activities, and deployed the new solution.
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Codification is crucial for defence organisations to accurately identify, classify and number items of supply and to manage defence logistics.
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Forthcoming Events HunterNet Defence Forum
Date 14 February 2017 Location Newcastle Email [email protected] Phone 02 4925 4482 Details TBA
MRC National Security Series
Date 14 February 2017 Location Canberra Website Register In “Ready, set, launch: Propelling defence materiel to global markets”, Minister for Defence Industry Christopher Pyne will update guests on the implementation of the Defence Industry Policy Statement and on the importance, and potential of the defence industry sector to the economy, technology, and nation. Registrations close February 9.
Fincantieri Sea 5000 Industry Roadshows
Dates 15 and 22 February 2017 Locations Sydney and Melbourne Register [email protected] The aim of the Road Show is to acquire a deeper understanding of Australian shipbuilding capabilities and to explore every opportunity to establish partnerships with local industry in order to include Australian companies in the Fincantieri Supply Chain.
UTS/SADIG/AIDN Defence Collaboration Forum
Date 15 February 2017 Location Sydney Website Catalyst Events A forum for Defence, NSW universities and industry to gather, network and coordinate their collective capabilities in order to address critical national defence priorities.
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Date 16 February 2017 Location Sydney Website www.eventbrite.com.au Australian companies as well as R&D and educational institutions will be attending the briefing in Sydney to hear from representatives of the future submarine enterprise in regards to opportunities available in the Future Submarine Program.
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IFRS National Security Careers Night
Date 22 February 2017 Location Canberra Website Register The National Security Careers Night is for university graduates and young professionals who work in the national security community or aspire to do so. It provides young leaders with valuable insights into the national security community, featuring presentations on the roles, activities and professional development opportunities in private and government organisations. RSVP Monday 20th February.
Navantia Future Frigate Industry briefings
Dates 23 February – 27 April 2017 Locations Perth, Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney & Brisbane Website Navantia Navantia Australia is seeking to engage with partners from Australian industry as part of the company’s work on Australia’s Future Frigates. Navantia will be holding industry days throughout February to April, and invites all interested companies to register their interest through www.navantiasea5000.icn.org.au.
HUMS2017
Date 27 February – 2 March 2017 Location Melbourne Website HUMS2017 Email Wenyi Wang HUMS2017 is an established biennial international conference featuring health (condition) and usage monitoring and management systems for mechanical plant, land vehicles, marine vehicles, helicopters and fixed wing aircraft. Details will be added to our website as they are decided. There will be 2 days of presentations at the Congress (MCG) from 27-28 February, followed by technology presentations and day visits to Avalon Air Show on 1 or 2 March.
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Date 28 February – 5 March 2017 Location Geelong Website Avalon 2017 AVALON 2017 will again present a unique opportunity to showcase products, technologies and services to an informed target audience and to demonstrate a marketing presence in this vibrant and vital region. High levels of economic growth and technological development have resulted in growing demand for aviation and aerospace services, products and technology, right across the spectrum from General Aviation to airlines, air forces and space. Nominations are now open for National Innovation Awards and will close on January 9.
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Land Environment Working Group
Date 11 April 2017 Location Canberra Email MAJ John Engroos Phone 02 6265 4820 The next iteration of the Land Environment Working Group will be conducted at the National Convention Centre in Canberra. Input on discussion and presentation topics is being sought for the meeting. If there are areas that have not been covered in previous meetings or have not been covered in detail, please send suggestions to MAJ John Engroos and MAJ Jerome Russell
National Manufacturing Week 2017
Date 9-12 May, 2017 Location Melbourne Website NMW2017 National Manufacturing Week (NMW) 2017 will once again showcase thought leaders in manufacturing in its central R&D Hub presentation theatre, Safety First theatre, and a range of co-located special events. Those that wish to be considered as a speaker or facilitator as part of the agenda should submit their interest by Wednesday November 30th 2016.
Special Operations Forces Industry Conference (SOFIC)
Date 15-18 May 2017 Location Florida, USA Website business.gov.au SOFIC is an annual conference and exhibition in Florida, US, providing a forum for military, partner nations, government, academia and industry stakeholders to discuss how to best support global Special Operations Forces. The CDIC is hosting a Team Defence Australia stand at SOFIC to showcase Australian industry. Companies interested in attending SOFIC and have capabilities in particular areas (see website) are encouraged to register their interest by 15 Feb 2017.
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Date 16-18 May 2017 Location Singapore Website IMDEX Asia For close to two decades, IMDEX Asia has served the maritime defence community by providing the ultimate avenue for high-profile stakeholders, key industry players and naval engineering professionals to network, exchange ideas and do business.
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Australian Simulation Congress
Date Monday 28 August – Thursday 31 August 2017 Location International Convention Centre, Sydney Website www.simulationcongress.com Simulation Australasia, the national body for those working in simulation in Australasia, will once again bring together the SimHealth and SimTecT streams for the 2017 Australasian Simulation Congress (ASC) with opportunities for a number of joint sessions of mutual interest.
PACIFIC 2017
Date 03-05 October 2017 Location Sydney Website Pacific 2017 PACIFIC 2017 will be a comprehensive showcase of the latest developments in naval, underwater and commercial maritime technology. The expo will again provide the essential showcase for commercial maritime and naval defence industries to promote their capabilities to decision-makers from around the world. There is a Call for Abstracts for the PACIFIC 2017 International Maritime Conference program.
MilCIS 2017
Date 14-16 November 2017 Location Canberra Website www.milcis.com.au In November each year, the Defence Chief Information Officer Group (CIOG) partners with the University of NSW, Canberra and the Institute of Electronic and Electrical Engineers (IEEE) to present MilCIS. The conference facilitates a continuing dialogue between Department of Defence employees, contractors, industry and researchers to discuss current and developing technological capabilities, project initiatives, and operational requirements.
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