Stephen Mullighan MP Minister for Defence & Space Industries The State Government is supporting an interstate specialist defence focussed architecture firm establish a base in South Australia, so they can leave their mark on key defence projects. Perth-based architecture and design firm Actus has expanded its national footprint into South Australia, joining the Defence and Space Landing Pad at South Australia’s Lot Fourteen innovation district. The veteran-owned company delivers bespoke architectural, landscaping, and interior design solutions for both Defence and civilian clients. With a strong track record supporting Defence infrastructure projects across the country, the firm is establishing South Australian ...

The Malinauskas Labor Government is helping the South Australian local defence industry develop their businesses so they can play an important role in the future SSN-AUKUS build program.

Almost 2000 tonnes of structural steel, more than half of which came from the Whyalla Steelworks, have been erected to complete the frame of a giant four bay aircraft hangar in northern Adelaide to facilitate the specialist maintenance of the Australian Defence Force’s Boeing 737 variant military aircraft.

Stephen Mullighan MP Minister for Defence and Space Industries The first South Australian based manufacturers in line to help build US nuclear-powered submarines are a step closer to joining the supply chain, after securing a Newport News Shipbuilding supplier identification number in the US this week. It means once they are fully certified through the Australian Submarine Supplier Qualification process, they’ll be able to tender for work. Not only is this a boon to participating businesses, but the skills and experience gained through this endeavour will be highly applicable to the future construction of Australia’s own fleet of nuclear-powered submarines, ...

Stephen Mullighan MP Treasurer Minister for Defence & Space Industries Australian naval equipment manufacturer, Marenav, is the latest company to join a growing network of defence talent at Lot Fourteen’s innovation district, adding important capability to the state’s naval shipbuilding ecosystem. The NSW-based firm is establishing a new office at the Defence and Space Landing Pad, a one-stop-shop that supports the expansion of interstate and international companies into South Australia. Marenav brings expertise in providing end-to-end, whole-of-ship cooling technology to the state, as designers and manufacturers of Australian-made technology that is crucial for safeguarding naval combat systems and equipment on ...

Stephen Mullighan MP Minister for Defence and Space Industries In a significant boost to South Australia’s defence industry and Australia’s sovereign capability, American and New Zealand aircraft are set to undergo specialist maintenance upgrades at the Deep Maintenance and Modification Facility (DMMF) adjacent to RAAF Base Edinburgh. United States Navy’s MQ-4C Triton aircraft fleet will undergo comprehensive maintenance, repair and overhaul while the New Zealand Defence Force has also confirmed a similar intent for their fleet of P-8A Poseidon aircraft. These initiatives support the delivery of the priorities outlined in the Defence Industry Development Strategy, strengthening the Sovereign Defence Industry ...

Stephen Mullighan MP Treasurer Minister for Defence & Space Industries South Australia’s world-class defence and aerospace capabilities will take centre stage at Australia's largest international airshow, Avalon 2025, from March 25-28. A record 60 local defence and space organisations will participate on Defence SA’s South Australia – The Defence State stand, making it the largest-ever South Australian defence industry contingent represented at the aerospace and defence exposition. Minister for Defence and Space Industries, Stephen Mullighan, will attend the expo, meeting with Australian Defence Force (ADF) representatives and Defence primes to highlight South Australia’s expertise in delivering critical defence capabilities. South ...

Stephen Mullighan MP Treasurer Minister for Defence and Space Industries A nation-first vehicle designed to test cutting-edge electronic warfare (EW) technologies on the go, has been developed in South Australia. Defence leader Raytheon Australia has pioneered the Electronic Warfare Tactical Engagement (EWTE) vehicle, to fast-track the innovation of local and national EW solutions. The vehicle assists local defence industry and researchers to test and refine advanced EW technologies, such as blocking or intercepting enemy signals, while stopping the detection of our own. The custom-built vehicle was developed at Raytheon Australia’s Mawson Lakes facility, in collaboration with South Australian company REDARC ...

Two new pathways programs established by the Albanese Government in partnership with the Malinauskas Government have commenced as part of a critical step towards delivering the nation’s future defence industry workforce.