Defence Sector Update and news items of interest

From Defence:

• The Minister for Defence has released the Defence Transformation Strategy. See more here and here.
• The Minister for Defence and Minister for Home Affairs have launched a new cyber security campaign. See more here and here.
• Defence is seeking partnerships with Australian industry on artificial intelligence capabilities.  See more here and here.
• The Terms of Reference for the ADEFCON are expected to be released in the next few weeks.
• Defence is seeking submission to develop an innovative ‘space qualified’ RF sensor payload.  See more here and here.
• The Centre for Defence Industry Capability (CDIC) is on track to complete its transfer to Defence in mid-December.  Management of CDIC grants will remain with the Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources which provides a whole of Commonwealth Government grant management service.

Other News:

• Babcock is seeking Australian SMEs to partner on LAND 125 Phase 4. See more here.
• The House of Representatives is holding an inquiry into the development of Australia’s space industry. See more here.
• Victoria benefits significantly from Lockheed Martin’s business in Australia. See more here.