South Australian exporters are being encouraged to participate in a first-of-its-kind survey to assist the State Government with the continual development of its trade and investment strategy. Minister for Investment and Trade Martin Hamilton-Smith said the survey, sent to around 2000 businesses, is seeking feedback on a number of issues with the view of better…
The State Government has welcomed Defence Minister Kevin Andrew’s announcement that an expert advisory panel including a probity auditor has been appointed to oversee the Future Submarine Competitive Evaluation Process, but said it doesn’t go far enough. Minister for Defence Industries Martin Hamilton-Smith said that today’s announcement does not guarantee that the tender process will…
Retired Australian Defence Force Chief, Air Chief Marshall Sir Angus Houston AK, AC, AFC has been appointed South Australia’s Trade and Investment Special Envoy to support the Government in delivering its international trade and investment program. Premier Jay Weatherill said Sir Angus, through his military roles and most recently as the coordinator of the search…
The South Australian Government and industry delegates will ramp up efforts to secure the Future Submarine contract and protect local jobs by lobbying bidders in Europe this week. Minister for Defence Industries Martin Hamilton-Smith will visit Future Submarine bidders DCNS in France and ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems in Germany along with likely contenders for Future Frigate…
Less than a fortnight out from the biggest trade mission in South Australian history, delegates met today to learn more about potential investment and trade opportunities. Minister for Investment and Trade Martin Hamilton-Smith informed many of the 250 delegates at a pre-departure briefing. Delegates were provided business and cultural training to gain insights into the…
Minister for Investment and Trade Martin Hamilton-Smith will strengthen South Australia’s export aspirations at the national Trade and Investment Ministers’ Meeting. The forum to be held in Hobart today will be chaired by Federal Trade and Investment Minister Andrew Robb and attended by state ministers, as well as senior trade and investment officers. Mr Hamilton-Smith…
Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Martin Hamilton-Smith has paid tribute to Mr Bill Schmitt AM who died on Wednesday in the company of family and friends. Mr Schmitt turned 97 last month. He was a member of the 2/3rd Machine Gun Battalion, 7th Division, 2nd AIF, during the Second World War. “The thoughts of the veteran…
Reforms to the State Government’s international support program announced in February have opened up new opportunities for South Australian exporters. The new Export Partnership Program provides 50:50 funding to eligible South Australian companies to pursue international market development opportunities. Minister for Investment and Trade Martin Hamilton-Smith said that the first round of the new program…
The foundation for a successful South Australian trade mission to South East Asia later this year has been set following Minister for Investment and Trade Martin Hamilton-Smith’s recent trip to Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. The week-long trip provided Mr Hamilton-Smith the opportunity to establish relationships with a number of key Singaporean, Malaysian and Thai government…
The Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) will open its doors to Australia’s innovation sector, hosting their inaugural Partnerships Week at Edinburgh this week. The new initiative aims to strengthen DSTO’s relationships with industry and the research and development sector, to help deliver the best capability outcomes for Australia’s defence and national security. Minister for…
