Hendon Semiconductors grant for defence microelectronics

Microelectronics manufacturer Hendon Semiconductors (HSC) has been awarded a grant through the South Australian government’s $122 million Economic Recovery Fund. The specialist electronic design and subassembly manufacturing company was awarded $605,561 through the fund to be matched by HSC, bringing the total investment to $1,227,522. The funds will be used to upgrade facilities and equipment…

AML3D and Boeing in manufacturing licence agreement

Wire arc additive manufacturing machinery manufacturer AML3D has finalised a defence Manufacturing License Agreement with Boeing Defence and Space and its Australian subsidiaries. The MLA allows Boeing to provide technical data, defence services and the option to temporarily import parts to allow testing, inspection and additive manufacturing of components to support maintenance of aircraft. The…

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Linda Dobe appointed D-D of Queensland Manufacturing department The Queensland government has announced the appointment of three new Directors-General, each with a wealth of experience, to lead key departments. The appointments include: Linda Dobe as Director-General for the Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water (DRDMW), Peter McKay as Director-General of the Department of Employment,…

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Silentium doubles down on US market entry with senior appointment Passive radar systems manufacturer Silentium Defence has announced further commitment to the US market, posting co-founder and Chief Experience Officer, Simon Palumbo to Virginia. Palumbo will assume the role, Executive Vice President, Silentium Defense Corporation, and be responsible for in-country customer support, business development, talent…