About this Event
The Brisbane session will bring together senior leaders from Babcock and the Queensland Government to provide an overview of current and future defence opportunities in the region. Attendees will hear updates on Babcock’s national programs, insights into the Global Supply Chain Program, and guidance on how Queensland suppliers can position themselves for upcoming work packages and export pathways.
At this session, attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how to enter Babcock’s supply chain, meeting defence industry supplier requirements and export opportunities through our Global Supply Chain Program (GSCP).followed by panel discussion and networking opportunity with Babcock executives and government representatives.
The session will have networking breaks, offering attendees the opportunity to connect with speakers, Babcock representatives, government partners, and other industry stakeholders.
Registration is free, and catering will be provided throughout the day.
Agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Arrival + Registration
Welcome and Opening Address
Info: Richard Udall - Managing Director Mission & Support Systems (Babcock Australasia)
Queensland Government Address
Queensland Defence Science Alliance Address
Growing Queensland's Defence Industry: Strategic Opportunities for Local SMEs
Building Land Capability: Industry Partnership for Global Opportunity
Info: Cara Kelly - Director International Development (Babcock International Group)
SME Success in the Defence Supply Chain: Capability, Readiness and Support
Info: Office of Defence Industry Support (ODIS)
🕑: 11:55 AM - 01:00 PM
Networking Lunch
Advancing SMEs through Local Supply Chains and Global Opportunities
SME Supplier Spotlight
Info: EPE
Panel Discussion: Future of Defence in QLD - Industry Insights & Opportunities
Closing Remarks
🕑: 02:15 PM - 03:00 PM
Networking Afternoon Tea
🕑: 03:00 PM
Event Concludes
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Precinct, 315 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, Australia
AUD 0.00










