French manufacturer Axon Cable is the latest international company to move into South Australia’s Defence and Space Landing Pad at Lot Fourteen, as it accelerates its entry into the state’s defence and space sectors. The company, which specialises in the design and manufacture of customised cables, connectors and assemblies for defence, aerospace and other key markets is expanding its global footprint into South Australia. Axon Australian Unit’s Global Manger Stephane Watier said the decision to establish a presence in South Australia followed a visit to Lot Fourteen as part of a Business France delegation late last year. He said the ...

South Australia’s Defence and Space Landing Pad has welcomed another organisation into its growing innovation ecosystem at Lot Fourteen, with Perth-based law firm Bennett Litigation and Commercial Law establishing a presence. Bennett, a first tier litigation and commercial law firm, is expanding into the state to work more closely with clients delivering complex defence and infrastructure projects in the state. The firm’s focus is on building strong relationships with South Australia’s defence industry and fostering new connections with key stakeholders across defence, cyber and technology as it embeds itself within Lot Fourteen’s collaborative ecosystem. Bennett Principal Shemali Samaraweera said the ...

Veteran-owned architecture and design firm Actus is the latest tenant to join the Defence and Space Landing Pad at South Australia’s Lot Fourteen innovation district. Based in WA, Actus delivers tailored architectural, landscaping and interior design solutions for Defence and civilian clients. The company, which has supported Defence infrastructure projects nationwide, has expanded its footprint into South Australia to provide architectural services to key stakeholders within the state’s Defence industry. “Adelaide is the heart of Australia’s defence industry and Actus is committed to making a lasting contribution here,” said Justin Cloney, Director of Operations at Actus. “South Australia’s defence ecosystem ...

Australian naval equipment manufacturer Marenav is expanding its national footprint to South Australia, establishing a new office at Defence SA’s Defence and Space Landing Pad at Lot Fourteen. In a move set to strengthen the state’s sovereign naval shipbuilding capabilities, the NSW-based company brings expertise in providing end-to-end, whole-of-ship cooling technology, crucial for safeguarding naval combat systems and equipment. Founded in 2019, Marenav designs, manufactures and installs Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning equipment (HVAC), radar and propulsion cooling systems onboard ships and complex vessels. With potential to contribute to programs, such as combat system upgrades to the Hobart Class Air ...

Global consulting, construction and engineering company Egis is the latest international giant to join the Defence and Space Landing Pad at South Australia’s Lot Fourteen innovation district. For more than 40 years, Egis has been operating in Australia, boasting a 20,000-strong workforce and offices across the country. By expanding its national footprint into South Australia, Egis hopes to capitalise on defence industry opportunities through AUKUS, building on its international expertise in complex nuclear engineering, nuclear governance and waste repositories. The company is also looking to leverage the state’s strong economy, green energy transition and help address the housing crisis, after ...

Consultancy firm Coras has established a strong local presence since touching down at South Australia’s Defence and Space Landing Pad in 2022. The South Australian team which started as four employees, has now grown to six, and forms part of a broader workforce of 65 staff based in Sydney and Canberra. Described as a ‘management consultancy with a difference’, Coras’ roots in the Defence industry run deep. The company was founded in 2015 by three Navy veterans and its multi-generational workforce ranges from former veterans (40%) to young, emerging talent. When it came time to expand, Coras set its sights ...

Leading European defence company MBDA has joined the growing list of defence companies taking up residence in South Australia’s Lot Fourteen innovation district. The company will establish a new Australian office at the Defence and Space Landing Pad, a one-stop-shop that supports the relocation of international companies to South Australia. A world-leader in the field of guided weapons and missile systems, MBDA has a long history of involvement in Australian defence projects, having supported the Advanced Short Range Air to Air Missile (ASRAAM) program for the Royal Australian Air Force. MBDA Group Business Development Director Paul Mead said the company’s ...

Global IT and business consulting services firm CGI has established its new Space, Defence and Intelligence Hub at Lot Fourteen’s Defence and Space Landing Pad. CGI provides end-to-end IT-related services and advises, builds, implements and operates bespoke technically complex, mission-critical information systems. With 88,500 consultants and professionals worldwide, CGI selected South Australia for its Space, Defence and Intelligence Australian base in 2021, to tap into the artificial intelligence, machine learning and big data capabilities the state has to offer. “The opportunity for close collaboration with our partners in South Australia’s innovative space and defence industry such as Sypaq and Saber ...