Lockheed Martin Australia has announced the selection of infrastructure advisory firm, Conscia, as a strategic in-country business partner to plan for future opportunities under the Australian Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Enterprise.
Canberra-based Conscia will identify potential future locations for central manufacturing.
“We’re excited to be partnering with Conscia, an Australian veteran-owned business with deep expertise in the planning, delivery and accreditation of facilities and infrastructure,” James Heading, Lockheed Martin Australia’s Director of Programs, Strategic Capabilities Office, Missiles and Fire Control, said.
“In consideration is the transfer of significant technology in critical capability areas – accelerating the development of advanced guided weapon manufacturing in Australia.”
Brendan Bilston, Conscia chairman and executive director, said the team was excited by the opportunity to work with Lockheed Martin Australia to assist in the planning and potential delivery of facilities and infrastructure.
“The team is eager to contribute to the development of Lockheed Martin’s advanced production facilities in Australia.
“This partnership with Lockheed Martin Australia enables us to further build on our Defence infrastructure capabilities while supporting the realisation of a guided weapons and explosive ordnance enterprise for Australia,” Bilston said.
Selected as a Strategic Industry Partner in the development of the GWEO Enterprise, Lockheed Martin Australia is expanding and opening dedicated administrative program offices in Canberra and Mulwala in anticipation of supporting the delivery of various manufacturing activities.