Advanced Manufacturing in Australia: The Maritime and Defense Sector Opportunity for U.S. Companies

• American manufacturers will discover the partnering and business opportunities emerging within the Australian maritime defense sector. There are opportunities for U.S. firms to collaborate with Australian companies to enhance Australia's advanced manufacturing capabilities, directly supporting not only the country’s maritime and defense priorities but also other important industry sectors.
• Australia is actively wanting to boost its capabilities and integrate global best practices in manufacturing, and this collaboration will help Australia solidify its position as a key contributor to global supply chains.
• This webinar has been designed for American suppliers of advanced manufactured finished products and advanced manufacturing solutions. We will present practical steps for U.S. firms seeking to do business in Australia by partnering with Australian companies seeking to build innovation and resilience in critical industries.

Webinar fee: $25

•       Welcome and Introduction: Molly Hope, Advanced Manufacturing Team Lead

•       Introduction to Australia: Steve Knode, Senior Commercial Officer - Oceania

•       U.S. Office of Defense Cooperation (ODC) and Joint Production and MRO Opportunities in-country: COL Lewis Vaughn, Chief ODC

•       Setting Up in Australia and Program support for companies looking to collaborate in the Australian Manufacturing space: Paul Burfield, Senior Trade Commissioner, Austrade

•       Advanced Manufacturing in Australia and the state of advanced manufacturing in Australia and opportunities for collaboration: Dr. Jens Goennemann, Managing Director, Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre

•       Competitiveness through Automation and Collaboration to get parts faster and at less cost to space, defense, and maritime manufacturers: Mike Manazir, Vice President, Federal. Hadrian

•       Q&A

•       Closing remarks: John Kanawati, Commercial Specialist. How our services support U.S. business success internationally.