We are delighted to welcome new AJBCC members Austal, Chevron, Curtin University and Saab. See all our members.
See what they have to say about themselves below*.
Austal is a global shipbuilder, defence prime contractor and maritime technology partner of choice: designing, constructing and supporting defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators. Austal has designed and constructed over 300 vessels for over 100 commercial and defence operators in 54 countries worldwide, gaining an enviable reputation for innovative shipbuilding using advanced technologies.
From shipyards located in Australia, USA, Vietnam and The Philippines and service centres located around the world – Austal offers naval, government and commercial operators the highest quality SHIPS, SYSTEMS and SUPPORT.
As Australia’s Strategic Shipbuilder, Austal is delivering a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia.
Building upon the successful Evolved Cape and Guardian-class Patrol Boat Programs, Austal will start by delivering eighteen Landing Craft Medium and eight Landing Craft Heavy vessels for the Australian Army from the Henderson shipyard.
Through collaboration with our supply chain partners, Austal is driving innovation, developing sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.
Paddy Gregg, Chief Executive Officer, Austal, will be the AJBCC nominated representative and is based in Perth, WA.
Chevron is one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies and through its Australian subsidiaries, has been present in Australia for more than 70 years. With the ingenuity and commitment of thousands of workers, Chevron Australia operates the Gorgon and Wheatstone natural gas facilities; manages its equal one-sixth interest in the North West Shelf Venture; operates Australia’s largest onshore oilfield on Barrow Island; and is a significant investor in exploration. Chevron Australia Downstream delivers quality fuels and lubricants primarily via its Caltex network of service stations across Australia.
Kate Callaghan, GM Corporate Affairs Asia-Operations and Lower Carbon; Corporate Affairs-Europe & Asia, will be the AJBCC nominated representative and is based in Perth, WA.
Curtin University is an innovative, global university known for its high-impact research, strong industry partnerships and commitment to preparing job-ready graduates for the future. As a university with an established reputation for innovation, Curtin excels in a diverse range of research areas that aim to make tomorrow better for people all over the world.
The National Resilience and Security (NRAS) Program Office at Curtin University aims to consolidate Curtin’s defence collaborations, creating a centralised hub responsive to Australia’s defence challenges, including technological innovation and workforce development. Through NRAS, Curtin leverages its interdisciplinary expertise and strategic partnerships to actively help shape the narratives of defence, national security and space within Australia, while also contributing to the nation’s economic prosperity. With our renowned research expertise, multidisciplinary networks and specialised facilities, we’re ready to partner with you to explore new ideas, taking industry into the future to create positive change.
Gary Hale, Director, NRAS, will be the AJBCC nominated representative and is based in Perth, WA.
Saab Australia is a subsidiary of Sweden-based Saab AB, listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. With 24,000+ employees globally and A$6.1B in revenue, Saab delivers advanced defence and civil security solutions. Saab Australia, established in 1988, combines global expertise with local skills to deliver mission-critical systems across naval combat, air defence, weapons, cyber, tactical comms, deployable health, space awareness, air traffic management, and civil security.
Headquartered in Mawson Lakes, SA, with 1,000+ staff and facilities nationwide, Saab works with 1,000+ suppliers – over half Australian-owned – supporting a sovereign industrial base. Saab has supported Japan’s national capabilities since the 1990s, supplying advanced tech for naval shipbuilding, ground combat, maritime surveillance, simulation, and air/maritime traffic management. Saab is a trusted partner for Japan’s defence and civil sectors, valued for innovation, reliability, and collaboration.
Chris Keane, Chief Growth Officer, will be the AJBCC nominated representative and is based in Adelaide, SA.
*Information contained in the above statement is as provided by our member companies, and responsibility for the accuracy of any claims contained in these statements remains with the company concerned.