The highly-anticipated Defence Strategic Review, released on the 24 April, clarifies the five key missions for the Australian Defence Force: maritime, land, air, space, and cyber.
One takeaway recommended Defence balance the need for local content against its timely acquisition, suggesting increased off-the-shelf acquisitions. This may favour overseas contractors in place of the domestic industry.
Codan (CDA AU), whose metal detectors and communications technology are used by the military, is one SME whose procurement speed may be scrutinised.
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