Defence industry “cautiously optimistic” about government overhaul


David Allen
Reporter

Australia’s defence industry should be cautiously optimistic about the federal government’s restructure of defence procurement, according to industry representative Mike Johnson. But a long series of government decisions not expected to be made until 2026, including the appointment of a leader for its newly independent Defence Delivery Agency stands in the way of greater certainty for the sector.

Mr Johnson, the chief executive at Australian Industry and Defence Network, said …

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