About this Event

Join AMGC Connect at Australian Manufacturing Week in Melbourne for an Industry Growth Program exclusive Best Practice Tour of three leading defence suppliers – A.W. Bell, ANCA Machines, and Premcar.

Gain valuable insight into the manufacturing capabilities and requirements for supplying to defence forces locally and internationally.

Designed for start-ups, scale-ups, and manufacturers seeking to diversify their business, this event provides a unique opportunity to hear directly from manufacturers operating in key defence supply chains. Understand their processes and explore what it takes to meet industry standards when planning your business operations.

Who Should Attend?

• Start-ups and scale-up manufacturers exploring defence supply chains
• SMEs looking to expand into defence manufacturing
• Manufacturers seeking to diversify their business or leverage existing capabilities

What You will Experience

• A.W. Bell – Precision Manufacturing for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter:
  Learn about advanced casting and precision machining for high-performance defence applications.
• ANCA Machines – CNC Innovation supporting Defence supply chains:
  Discover how world-class CNC machining technology supports defence and aerospace industries.
• Premcar – Drivetrain Development for Land-Based Defence Vehicles:
  Get an inside look at the engineering and development of high-performance military vehicle systems, and a diversified contract manufacturer.

Event Highlights

• Behind-the-scenes access to leading defence manufacturing facilities
• Direct insights from local manufacturers working with global defence programs
• Networking opportunities with industry experts and fellow manufacturers
• Practical takeaways on entering and scaling in the defence sector

Time: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Inclusions: Transfers, Morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea.