The Defence SA Advisory Board is entering a new chapter of leadership with the appointment of former Chief of the Australian Army, Lieutenant General, Rick Burr AO DSC MVO (Retd), as Chair. Lieutenant General Burr joined the Board in October 2024, bringing with him extensive military and strategic leadership experience. Lieutenant General Burr now leads a formidable line-up of Australia’s top Defence and industry experts, guiding the Board’s efforts to shape the future direction of South Australia’s defence and space sectors. The Board also welcomes respected defence industry leader Christine Zeitz, who brings significant private sector experience, most recently serving ...

Peter Malinauskas MP Premier Stephen Mullighan MP Minister for Defence and Space Industries A major international defence and trade event will be hosted outside Europe for the first time in its 37-year history, with the Malinauskas Labor Government securing hosting rights in Adelaide for three years. Adelaide has been confirmed as the host city for Undersea Defence Technology (UDT), a globally recognised defence trade expo. The event’s 2026 arrival marks the first time UDT will be staged in the Southern Hemisphere, reinforcing South Australia’s reputation as a world-class destination for defence and strategic innovation. Held at the Adelaide Showgrounds in ...

In a major boost to Australia’s AUKUS program, the Malinauskas Labor Government has reached a landmark agreement with British defence giant Rolls-Royce to boost our nation’s skills and technology capability.

Stephen Mullighan MP Treasurer Minister for Defence & Space Industries Joe Szakacs MP Minister for Trade and Investment A new landing pad for SA defence and space companies visiting and doing business in the United Kingdom has been established in London in partnership with the Office of the Agent General. The workspace and boardroom facilities will be provided for companies doing business in UK and is part of a holistic South Australian government strategy to support local companies to access the UK supply chain for defence and space opportunities, including under the AUKUS trilateral agreement. The Office of the Agent ...

Stephen Mullighan MP Treasurer Minister for Defence and Space Industries South Australia’s defence and naval shipbuilding capabilities will take centre stage this week as Treasurer and Defence and Space Industries Minister Stephen Mullighan attends a major defence catalyst event in London. The Treasurer will promote the state’s strategic role in the AUKUS partnership before attending the global Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) 2025 exhibition in London next week. During the visit, the Treasurer will meet with senior UK Defence officials, government representatives and major defence primes, with a focus on strengthening bilateral engagement and advancing opportunities for South Australian ...

The Hon Pat Conroy MP Minister for Defence Industry The Hon Stephen Mullighan MP South Australian Minister for Defence & Space Industries Two major export deals worth a combined $80 million have been secured by Kongsberg Defence Australia, seeing missile launchers and command and control consoles made in South Australia soon to be exported to Europe. Last year, the Albanese Government added Kongsberg Defence Australia to its Global Supply Chain Program, which has since opened the door to Australian defence industries. These export deals are made possible through Australia’s Naval Strike Missile procurement contract, which included an agreement for components ...

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.