As South Australia’s growing multi-million dollar defence sector enters an exciting era of growth and new horizons, experienced industry leader Mr Richard Price has been announced new Chief Executive of Defence SA. Defence and Space Industries Minister Martin Hamilton-Smith announced the appointment in Parliament today and thanked outgoing CE Andy Keough for his efforts since…
Premier Jay Weatherill says South Australia is ready to play a leading role in the space industry, welcoming the Federal Government’s decision to establish a national space agency. The newly-established South Australian Space Industry Centre (SASIC), Australia’s first dedicated centre to grow the space economy, will work collaboratively with the Commonwealth and private sector players…
South Australian space sector firms, start-ups and entrepreneurs should register interest in a new development fund to take their innovative ideas to the next level, says Defence and Space Industries Minister Martin Hamilton-Smith. Minister Hamilton-Smith made the call on the eve of next week’s International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Adelaide, which will be the biggest…
South Australia is leading the way in space industry development with the creation of the nation’s first dedicated centre to grow the local space economy and create future high-tech jobs. The establishment of a South Australian Space Industry Centre (SASIC) has been announced, ahead of the 68th International Astronautical Congress being hosted in Adelaide next…
Nine South Australian defence companies will showcase their capabilities and connect with new partners in the UK at one of the world’s largest defence and security events starting in London today. Heading up the State Government’s first-ever Europe/UK business mission, Minister for Defence Industries Martin Hamilton-Smith will visit the firms taking part in the Defence…
Tender documents released at a Senate inquiry today reveal that the successful designer – BAE, Fincantieri or Navantia – will be given the right to choose their own workforce and their own supply chain as well as having operational control of the Osborne shipyards. The documents confirm State Government concerns that the successful designer would…
China delegation to further explore economic opportunities with South Australia Forty international buyers from Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Shanghai arrive in South Australia today to source premium food, wine and consumer goods from local businesses. Approximately 120 South Australian companies will showcase their products to the buyers across a number of events, including the South…
South Australia is rapidly enhancing its reputation on the international stage as a hub of innovation and growth. Our State’s space industry is a crucial part of this trend, and the sector is leading the way in the development of a space economy for our nation as a whole. SA Space Industry Directory (PDF)