Media Release - Urgent call for Victorian businesses to register for defence work

Registrations are open for an Australia-wide roadshow, giving Victorian businesses the chance to be a part of the Australian Army’s biggest procurement project.

Senator for Victoria, Senator David Van, said the LAND 400 Phase 3 Mounted Close Combat Capability Roadshow was a huge opportunity for local businesses to pitch their capabilities to the shortlisted tenderers, Hanwha Defense Australia and Rheinmetall Defence Australia.

“Land 400 Phase 3 will acquire and support up to 450 Infantry Fighting Vehicles, which will replace the M113 Armoured Personnel Carriers. We will also acquire and support up to 17 Manoeuvre Support Vehicles,” said Senator Van.

“I’d urge local companies not to miss out on the chance to speak directly to the Department of Defence and the Land 400 Phase 3 tenderers about how they can support the project.

“This project will require businesses who can supply support for the hull, turret and protection systems, as well as support and professional services, and training and simulation.”

The Roadshow will travel to Melbourne during the week of 2 March 2020 with attendance by the two shortlisted tenderers, to facilitate opportunities for Australian industry involvement in the project.

“This is the time to highlight to Hanwha and Rheinmetall some of the fantastic small businesses we have here in Victoria.”

Registrations to participate in the Roadshow close on 21 February 2020. For more information and to register, please visit: www.defence.gov.au/CASG/EquippingDefence/Land%20400.asp