SYPAQ Systems has acquired 100 per cent of the shares of Bellinger Systems.
Bellinger, founded in 1967, provides design, manufacture and through life support for a significant scope of electrical, electronic and communications equipment operated by Defence. Customers include all three branches of the ADF with a particular focus on naval capability. Projects have included tactical data links (L11/16/22), surveillance receivers and recorders, communications equipment, radar, navigation & GPS, sonar, power supplies, control systems and more.
“Bellinger’s technical capability compliments SYPAQ’s existing C4ISREW and Defence mission systems portfolio, enabling us to deliver end to end integrated communications solutions to our defence and industry partners,” SYPAQ’s CEO Amanda Holt said. “This further reinforces our leadership in the areas of tactical data links and maritime systems, including design, engineering, installation, integration, support, maintenance, repair and overhaul.”
“At a time when traditional global supply chains are being tested, this acquisition reassures our customers of our truly sovereign industrial capability, ensuring responsiveness, continuity, resilience and war fighting superiority for our Defence force.”
Holt also paid tribute to Bellinger’s former owner Jim Hardie who stepped in to support the business in 2019.
“Jim’s contribution to the ongoing success of the business cannot be overstated,” Holt said. “SYPAQ looks forward to working with Jim in the future, as he remains an integral part of the business going forward.”
Bellinger will retain its current branding, forming a wholly owned subsidiary of SYPAQ, and will continue to operate from its headquarters in Western Sydney.