Big News for the Australian Defence Industry! BAE Systems Australia Hunter Class Frigate Program has achieved a major milestone with its successful Preliminary Design Review. This significant progress, marked by a celebratory event at Osborne's shipyard, represents a substantial leap in developing Australia's sovereign industrial capability and expanding our engineering workforce. Over 1,800 individuals are already contributing to this transformative initiative. For Australian SMEs, this is a golden opportunity! The Hunter Class Frigate Program is not just a Defence project; it's a catalyst for industrial growth. With more than 80 contracts already awarded to Australian businesses and an anticipated creation of over 5,000 jobs, including up to 1,000 apprenticeship and graduate roles, the potential for SMEs to integrate into the defence supply chain has never been greater. Are you an Australian SME looking to tap into the defence sector? AIC Connect is here to guide you through this journey. With our expertise and network, we can help you seize these emerging opportunities. Contact us to explore how you can become a part of this national endeavour and contribute to Australia's defence landscape. #DefenceIndustry #AustralianSMEs #HunterClassFrigate #BAESystems #SupplyChainOpportunities #AICConnect
