Gateway to Defence

Gateway to Defence 2027
Event
18 Feb 2027
11am-4.30pm AEDST
ICN Event

The Gateway to Defence Supplier Uplift Summit is a comprehensive online workshop designed by the ICN National Office to help Australian businesses successfully enter and grow within the defence market. 

Key Takeaways
  • Expert Insights: Access specialised expertise in procurement and policies
  • Practical Support: Receive actionable advice and downloadable resources to help your business thrive.
  • Winning Strategies: Gain the confidence to get your business "Defence Ready"
What This Session Will Cover

This summit delivers valuable insights across a defence business journey through strategic partner presentations:

  • How Defence Buys: Navigating Government Procurement, AIC, and Local Industry Requirements
  • Inside the Supply Chain: What Defence Primes Really Look for in Local Suppliers
  • The AUKUS Submarine Opportunity: Understanding the Supply Chains and Where Australian Businesses Fit 
  • Accelerate the qualification of Australian businesses to supply parts, components, and services into the trilateral AUKUS submarine supply chain 
  • Breaking into Defence: Our Journey Through the Market 
  • Global Supply Chain: Introduction to the BAE Systems’ handbook
  • The four factors to success in Defence 
  • Professional Profiling: Learning how to stand out using the ICN Gateway platform.