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The Western Australian defence sector supports our Defence Forces and significantly contributes to our nation’s defence requirements. We have a competitive, flexible and resilient defence industry with a long and successful history.
Western Australia has strong, advanced manufacturing capabilities supported by tertiary institutions that are world class and truly at the forefront of the next generation of defence technologies and innovation. The Australian Marine Complex (AMC) is a world-class centre of excellence for manufacturing, fabrication, assembly, technology, repair and maintenance activities for the marine, defence and resource industries. Defence is currently embarking on a program of continuous shipbuilding including Offshore Patrol Vessels, Pacific Patrol Vessels and Cape Class patrol boats. The Royal Australian Navy has a permanent presence on Garden Island, in the form of HMAS Stirling. |