Industry Capability Network - NSW

29/08/2024

PROJECT NEWS: Lockheed Martin has been selected as a Strategic Industry Partner for the development of the Australian Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Enterprise which will further strengthen Australia’s sovereign defence capabilities.

As part of this project, Lockheed Martin is seeking to identify and learn more about local capability suitable for these important endeavours.

EOIs for work packages in the following areas are now open:
- Machining (low/med/high complexity)
- Thermal batteries
- Sheet metal
- Welding
- And much more.

Register your interest at https://gateway.icn.org.au/projects/5680/pg-5680?scroll_pos=400.

To learn more about this opportunity, email Ian Hudson via [email protected] or call +61 2 9927 3122.



Image courtesy of Lockheed Martin.

26/08/2024

CASE STUDY: Lite Corp - Honeycomb Cardboard Manufacturer is the leading manufacturer and supplier of honeycomb cardboard in Australia, offering businesses a sustainable alternative to styrene and timber packaging, while protecting freight from sun damage.

By partnering with ICN NSW and connecting with our Central West Regional Manager David Norris, this family-run business has been introduced to several new clients including GPC Electronics.

This has been a great advantage for Lite Corp and shows how making connections with other people and businesses can be key to securing contracts.

Learn more about Lite Corp by visiting https://icn.org.au/case_study/icn-is-packaging-up-opportunities/.

20/08/2024

PROJECT NEWS: Ferrovial Construction Gamuda Joint Venture (CHBTeam) has been awarded the Coffs Harbour bypass project, funded by the Australian and NSW governments.

The new bypass will significantly improve transport efficiency, saving motorists 11 minutes travel time and removing thousands of vehicles from Coffs Harbour CBD. The project is due for completion in late 2027.

Work packages under Section 10, M&E/ITS, are now available for:
- Cables
- CCTV and avid system
- Fire pumps
- Deluge dryflow testing
- And more

Register your interest now at https://gateway.icn.org.au/projects/4981.

To learn more about this opportunity, email Dusko Bajic via [email protected] or call +61 417 323 636.

15/08/2024

PROJECT NEWS: Fulton Hogan is in charge of delivering the Mount Ousley interchange project.

The new interchange on the M1 Princes Motorway at the base of Mount Ousley will replace the existing interchange, greatly improving connectivity and safety for motorists travelling through the gateway to Wollongong.

Work packages are currently available for:
- Variable message signage
- Precast concrete bridge girders/beams
- Stormwater drainage and culvert supply
- And more

EOIs close from 20th August. Register your interest now at https://gateway.icn.org.au/projects/10102.

15/08/2024

GRANT OPPORTUNITY: The Defence Industry Development Grants Program seeks to fund local SMEs over four years as part of the wider Defence Industry Development Strategy. The program will build upon Australia’s sovereign capabilities, and greatly increase the country’s global competitiveness, technical superiority, and national security.

The four streams within the program includes Sovereign Industrial Priorities, Exports, Security, and Skilling. The grants for each stream vary, ranging from $100,000 to $1,000,000.

Applications for the Security and Sovereign Industrial Priorities streams close on the 31st August.

Check your eligibility, and apply for the grants, at https://ow.ly/qfro50SQPoc.

12/08/2024

EVENT: Sydney Metro is hosting its next Aboriginal Business Forum on the 21st August.

The forum provides Aboriginal businesses access to Sydney Metro’s delivery partners as well as to hear directly from Sydney Metro on upcoming procurement and work package opportunities across current and future projects.

Attendees will also hear insights from guest speaker Debbie Barwick from the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce and have the opportunity to network with everyone before the forum finishes.

When: 21st August

Time: 9:00am-12:30pm

Location: Panthers Stadium, The Chairman’s Lounge, Mulgoa Road & Ransley Street Gate, Penrith NSW 2750

Registrations close at 5:00pm, 19th August. Book your spot now at https://ow.ly/myir50SQPTr.

08/08/2024

EVENT: Secure your spot now at the 2024 Hunter Defence Conference held on the 21st-22nd August. The conference attracts well over 200 delegates and features many keynote speakers passionate about promoting local defence industry capability.

Attendees will hear directly from SMEs through presentations and panels, and will have the opportunity to engage and network with the guest speakers from the Government, Defence Industry and Primes. Newly added tech sessions will discuss the technology trends impacting the industry, and more networking time has been built into the conference agenda.

When: 21st-22nd August

Time: all day

Location: Rydges Resort Hunter Valley, 430 Wine Country Drive, Lovedale, NSW 2325

Ticket sales close Monday, 12th August. Register now at https://www.hunterdefence.org.au/hunter-defence-conference-2024/.

04/08/2024

EVENT: Join us for our ICN at 40 evening at the iconic Parliament House as we celebrate 40 years of the Industry Capability Network!

This milestone event will be attended by key stakeholders, government officials, and industry leaders who are looking forward to not only honouring our history and legacy, but also seeing what our future holds. The event’s keynote address will be delivered by the Hon. Ed Husic MP, Minister for Industry, Science and Resources.

Come along to celebrate ICN’s significant contributions to industry collaboration, network with like-minded people and connect with influential figures from both the industry and government sectors all while enhancing your own business and brand visibility.

When: 14 August

Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm

Location: Parliament House Canberra

Avoid disappointment by registering now at https://icn.org.au/event/celebrating-40-years-at-parliament-house/

01/08/2024

EVENT: The Australian Industry & Defence Network (AIDN) NSW 29th Annual Gala Dinner and Young Achievers Awards is approaching quickly on 6 August.

This event brings together leaders and professionals from Defence and related industries, as well as guests from the Australian SME community to celebrate joint success and foster future collaboration.

On the night, there will also be speeches from highly esteemed speakers, and the announcement of this year’s AIDN NSW Young Achiever Award winner.

When: 6 August

Time: 6:30pm-11:00pm

Location: Sydney Town Hall, Sydney

There is still time to register for this unmissable event. Buy your ticket now at https://aidn.org.au/product/nsw-29th-annual-gala-young-achievers-awards/

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25/07/2024

PROJECT NEWS: Ferrovial Gamuda Joint Venture (CHBTeam) is undertaking the Coffs Harbour Bypass project, funded by both the Australian and NSW Governments.

The new bypass will greatly improve transport connectivity, efficiency, and safety for local and interstate travellers. Motorists will save 11 minutes of travel time by avoiding up to 12 sets of traffic lights, and removing thousands of vehicles from the Coffs Harbour CBD.

Work packages are now available for:
- Cables
- Deluge dryflow testing
- Fire pumps
- And more

Register your interest now via https://gateway.icn.org.au/projects/4981.

To learn more about this opportunity, email Dusko Bajic via [email protected] or call +61 417 323 636.

25/07/2024

EVENT: Reminder, ICN is joining EnergyCo and ACEREZ (ACCIONA Grupo Cobra and Endeavour Energy) at the final industry forums across Central-West, NSW.

Come along to connect and network with fellow businesses and learn about upcoming opportunities suitable for your business in the Central-West Orana Transmission Project.

The project is critical to the development of the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone and will convert renewable energy into electricity for customers once completed.

There are still forums to be held in Dubbo, Mudgee and nearby towns.

Register now at https://www.energyco.nsw.gov.au/cwo-rez.

23/07/2024

EOI: The Commonwealth is seeking EOIs for a pilot fund project under the Defence Industry Development Strategy (DIDS), announced by the Hon. Pat Conroy, Minister for Defence Industry, earlier this year.

The new initiative will focus on engaging venture capital fund managers and investors to help fund eligible Australian businesses with Defence capabilities. Such businesses must have less than 50 employees and a technical readiness level between 3 and 7.

This opportunity seeks to financially support small and micro Australian businesses, allow them to access equity or debt products, and enable them to leverage their capabilities into Defence programs in Australia and New Zealand.

EOIs close 2nd August at 2pm.

Register with AusTender in order to download relevant EOI documentation. EOI responses must be lodged via AusTender as per the instructions contained in the conditions of the EOI.
https://www.tenders.gov.au/