HALF DAY INDUSTRY BRIEFING – Working with the Defence Sector

July 22, 2016
The Geelong Defence Alliance (GDA) of which the GMC is a member, has organised an industry briefing session for local companies involved in or interested in supply chains for the defence sector. Following this there is the opportunity to a one-on-one discussion on your company’s offering.

In the lead up to Land Forces 2016 in Adelaide on the 6-8th  September the GDA  has commissioned industry experts Matthew Jones and Brydon Johnson to facilitate these two industry information sessions in Geelong at no cost.

This is a great opportunity for Geelong Manufacturing Council and Engineering Network Geelong members to learn more about defence supply opportunities/needs and develop offerings.

Please see below for more information and registration.

Best Regards

Kevin Foard
ENG Manager, Geelong Manufacturing Council

Calling on Geelong businesses

Are you keen to explore opportunities in the defence sector?
Are you planning to attend Land Forces 2016?

The Geelong Defence Alliance (GDA) is keen to hear from local companies involved in or with the potential to be involved in supply chains for the defence sector.

Supply chain opportunities exist across a wide range of activities including manufacturing, engineering, professional services (digital, medical, education & training) research and development.  We are keen to help you explore this sector.

In the lead up to Land Forces 6-8 September 2016, the GDA has commissioned industry experts Matthew Jones and Brydon Johnson to facilitate two key initiatives being offered at no cost to help local industry:

A HALF DAY INDUSTRY BRIEFING – Working with the Defence Sector
Monday 8 August 2016
9.00am to 12.00noon
City of Greater Geelong Offices, Lt Malop Street, Geelong
Key messages:

  • Defence Industry background and programs
  • Defence Industry Policy Statement and Integrated Investment Program
  • About Land Forces and how to get the most out of attending.

PERSONALISED BUSINESS PLAN – One-on-one meeting with the facilitators
Strictly by Appointment Only
Monday 8 August 1.00pm to 5.00pm and Tuesday 9 August 9.00am to 4.00pm
Key messages specifically tailored to your business:

  • What are the priority sectors for your business within defence
  • A shortlist of key projects and programs relevant to your business
  • Key contacts for your business
  • Understanding and developing a QUAD chart
  • Who should you be meeting with if you’re attending Land Forces.

For more information or to reserve your place at briefing and schedule an appointment contact:

RSVP: [email protected]
Telephone: Tamara Carmichael or Michelle Hourigan (T) 5272 4888

I look forward to seeing you at the Defence Workshop.

Clive Pugh
Chair, Geelong Defence Alliance

More information:

Land Forces
Land Forces 2016 is Australia’s premier land defence exhibition. The GDA will be participating in Land Forces 2016 within the Victorian Government’s stand at the expo. It is vital that our region is well represented at the Land Forces expo so that we can promote our great capacity and capabilities.

To find out more about the program for Land Forces follow the links below
Land Forces 6-8 September 2016 www.landforces.com.au
Future Land Forces Conference 5-7 September 2016 www.landforces.com.au

Geelong Defence Alliance
The GDA is a collaboration between Geelong based industry and key stakeholders focused on increasing local involvement in the defence industry.

GDA is a central point of contact for organisations interested in doing business with Geelong, and it champions involvement in key projects across all defence domains, identifying and coordinating opportunities, facilitating information and advocating for Geelong business in defence based initiatives.  The Geelong Defence Alliance has membership from Local Industry, City of Greater Geelong, Committee for Geelong, Deakin University, G21 – Geelong Region Alliance, Geelong Chamber of Commerce, Geelong Manufacturing Council, State Government of Victoria.