ADM 30 Under 30 Awards

The ADM 30 under 30 awards will recognise the thirty best and brightest individuals in any field in Defence and Defence Industry aged under thirty.

The longlist has been announced and is available here.

The awards will be an opportunity for industry, The Department of Defence, and the Public Service to showcase their up-and-coming talent, and to boost the careers of ambitious young professionals working in the Defence sector.

The entrants will be recognised under the following categories:

  • Communications & Marketing
  • Engineering
  • Legal / Contracting
  • Operations
  • Human Resources / Recruiting
  • Project Management
  • Technical Trade/Manufacturing
  • Team Leadership

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September

Register your interest to join Earth observation leaders and peers for a complimentary event focused on learning, networking, and inspiration in Bali, Indonesia.

October

ADM's Women in Defence Awards celebrate talented, determined, successful women who make a positive impact in the defence business arena, as members of Defence industry, Australian Public Service or in uniform.

An inspiring full-day event of meaningful speaking sessions, panel discussions, and tangible tools workshops.

November

The only maritime exposition of its kind within the Indo Pacific region, Indo Pacific is a critical platform for engagement where customer and industry connect and commercial maritime and naval defence suppliers promote their capabilities to decision-makers from around the world.

Redefining Security: Navigating the Future of AI, Robotics & Autonomous Systems

MilCIS is a unique opportunity for those investing in government and military communications and information systems.

October

KADEX 2026, one of the largest defence industry exhibitions in Korea, is happening from 6 October to 10 October 2026.