AUKUS Forum

From walking the factory floors across the United Kingdom and Industry Zones across America – the AUKUS Forum is on the move. This week, AUKUS Forum CEO Michael Sharpe is leading delegations across regional Australia, engaging with manufacturers on the road to the Avalon Airshow and hosting an industry workshop at Albury/Wodonga. With guests flying in from across the United Kingdom and the United States, we’re showcasing the strength of regional industry and accelerating the adoption of #additive manufacturing across the AUKUS Nations. Michael’s insights on 3D printing technologies will be front and centre as we work to build a connected, sovereign industrial base. Following Avalon, the AUKUS Forum team will be crisscrossing the United States, driving new opportunities for trilateral industrial cooperation. We’ll be in Seattle, Washington and then at Sea-Air-Space in Maryland during early April—then launching into our exclusive U.S. industry delegation program. Key upcoming events include: May 5 – first AUKUS Steel & Forging Summit (Pennsylvania) May 9 – AUKUS Secure Information Workshop (Washington, DC) From May 12 – On the ground across Arkansas and Mississippi County, the largest steel-producing region in the U.S. With 10 AUKUS Industry Zones already live across the United States, there’s never been a better time for Australian and UK companies to grow their operations in the U.S. and tap into a powerful trilateral alliance. Want to get involved? Join us as we build capability, grow industry, and strengthen national security across AUKUS. Contact: [email protected] Center for American Industrial Strength, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, Deloitte, Aon, DekkoSecure, Arkansas Aerospace & Defense Alliance, Arkansas Economic Development Commission, United States Bomb Technician Association, Virginia Nuclear Industry, AUKUS Visa, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), FBI Cyber Division

A pleasure to join AUKUS Forum and MPS People Security Risk Management at the National Press Club of Australia this week to discuss the current status of US-Australia alliance, and Australia's pathway to acquiring nuclear-powered submarines under #AUKUS Pillar 1. If you're interested in my take, you can listen to bmy recent Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) #news radio interview on the topic here https://lnkd.in/gh4k9yZN Or read my recent The Sydney Morning Herald piece here https://lnkd.in/gSnJRhD8 ANU National Security College UNSW Canberra Council on Geostrategy Asia-Pacific Development, Diplomacy & Defence Dialogue Australian Naval Institute

President Donald Trump announced that Boeing will build the next-generation fighter jet, the F-47, for the U.S. Air Force. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth joined him in the Oval Office for the announcement. "I’m thrilled to announce that at my direction the United States Air Force is moving forward with the world’s first sixth-generation fighter jet… Nothing in the world comes even close to it, and it’ll be called the ‘F-47,’ the generals picked that title." President Trump said that Boeing was awarded the contract after a "rigorous and thorough competition between some of America’s top aerospace companies." The president also stated that an experiential version of the jet has apparently "secretly been flying" for nearly five years. Michael Sharpe, Center for American Industrial Strength, Aon, Deloitte, Arkansas Aerospace & Defense Alliance

Be part of the momentum as the AUKUS Forum drives industry collaboration across defense, advanced manufacturing, #additive manufacturing, and cybersecurity. Meet AUKUS Forum CEO Michael Sharpe, our US Director, Scott Stewart and our growing team across the alliance. Connect with leading delegations across our international mission to strengthen capabilities and unlock innovation. Upcoming Delegations & Events: ? Avalon Airshow (Australia) 25–28 March ?? Seattle, Washington 2–4 April ? Sea-Air-Space (Maryland) 6–9 April ?? Additive Manufacturing Focus Alabama & Gulf Coast – 10–17 April ?? Industry Engagements Texas – 22–25 April Tennessee & Kentucky – 28 April–2 May ?? Inaugural AUKUS Steel & Forging Summit Pennsylvania – 5 May ?? Cybersecurity & AUKUS Industry (Washington, D.C.)– 8–9 May ?? Advanced Manufacturing Hub Mississippi County, Arkansas – 12–14 May Get Involved: We welcome participants, sponsors, and industry leaders looking to collaborate. To join a delegation, arrange a meeting, or explore sponsorship opportunities, contact: Catherine Krimmer, Operations Director [email protected]

A great event Michael Sharpe. I learned a lot about both the potential of additive manufacturing and the great things already being achieved. #AUKUS

?? AUKUS Additive Manufacturing Summit – Driving Innovation Across the Alliance ???????????? The first AUKUS #Additive Manufacturing Summit was held at the University of Technology Sydney, marking a significant milestone in advancing industry collaboration under AUKUS Pillar II. This event showcased cutting-edge additive manufacturing capabilities and explored their impact across defense, space, and advanced manufacturing sectors. With industry leaders, researchers, and government representatives in attendance, the discussions reinforced the critical role of emerging technologies in strengthening supply chains and bolstering sovereign capabilities. ?? Special thanks to Markforged, our Major Sponsor for the Sydney event and for their leadership in advancing additive manufacturing. ?? A huge appreciation to our outstanding speakers: ? Hervé H., UTS – R&D for AUKUS Pillar II ? Mark Helou, PhD, Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility (AMRF) - Additive Manufacturing Insights ? Hon. Joel Fitzgibbon GAICD, former Australian Defence Minister & Co-Chair of the AUKUS Forum – Strategic Perspectives on AUKUS ? Aude Vignelles, AUKUS Guardians Space Taskforce – Space Industry Update ? Michael Sharpe, CEO of AUKUS Forum, expanding opportunities across the alliance. ? Ivan Chua, UTS Tech Lab - University Research and Industry Collaboration ? Alex Ponfoort, Dapatech Systems, precision engineering and additive manufacturing. ? Ian Hudson, Industry Capability Network - NSW - Industry Growth and Collaboration ? Rajat Kulshrestha, Space Machines Company – 3D Printing for the Scintilla Engine & Space Technologies ? Harry Cribb, Markforged - Enterprise Solutions in Additive Manufacturing Next Stop: The United States and the United Kingdom! ???? The AUKUS Additive Manufacturing Summit series is expanding to key locations in the U.S. and U.K., continuing to foster cross-border collaboration and unlock new opportunities in advanced manufacturing, defense, and space innovation. This initiative exemplifies the whole-of-nation approach in driving technological advancements and strengthening industrial ties across the AUKUS partnership. Stay tuned for more updates as we take this initiative global! ???? #AUKUS To showcase your technologies and capabilities, contact our Global Partnerships Manager Matthew Netherwood - [email protected] #AdvancedManufacturing #AdditiveManufacturing #Innovation #IndustryCollaboration #3DPrinting #DefenseTech

Join the AUKUS Forum’s Global Engagements! ???????????? Meet AUKUS Forum CEO Michael Sharpe and key delegations across Australia and the United States as we drive industry collaboration and innovation in defense, advanced manufacturing, #additive manufacturing, and cybersecurity. ?? Upcoming Events & Delegations: ?? Avalon Airshow (Australia) – 25-28 March ?? Seattle, Washington – 2-4 April ? Sea-Air-Space (Maryland) – 6-9 April ?? Additive Manufacturing Focus: ?? Alabama & Gulf Coast – 10-17 April ?? Industry Engagements: ?? Texas – 22-25 April ?? Tennessee & Kentucky – 28 April - 2 May ?? Inaugural AUKUS Steel & Forging Summit (Pennsylvania) – 5 May ?? Cybersecurity & AUKUS Industry Collaboration: ?? Washington DC – 8-9 May ?? Advanced Manufacturing Hub: ?? Mississippi County, Arkansas – 12-14 May ?? Get Involved! For participation, sponsorships, or meetings, contact our Operations Director, Catherine Krimmer - [email protected]

What an Outstanding Success! We are thrilled to share that ‘The Risk Within: Managing Insider Threat’ workshop with MPS People Security Risk Management at the National Press Club of Australia was a sold-out and highly impactful event. In collaboration with insider risk expert Dr. Eric D. Shaw, Security Professional Matthew Curtis and the AUKUS Forum, this seminar delivered invaluable insights into security, risk management, and insider threat mitigation—advancing defence and security capabilities across critical sectors. We were joined by Jennifer Parker, Expert Associate at the National Security College, Australian National University and an Adjunct Fellow in naval studies at the University of New South Wales Canberra. A huge thank you to everyone who attended in person and tuned in via livestream. Your engagement and thoughtful discussions made this event truly exceptional. ?? National Press Club - Canberra ??? The Risk Within: Managing Insider Threat ?? Missed it? Watch the replay here: https://lnkd.in/gWayvPpc #MPSPeopleSecurity are licensed security experts with over 35 years of experience, providing trusted security solutions for industry and government. See https://lnkd.in/gcav5-hW ?? Watch the replay now! Karen Bradley, Tracey Mitchell, Michael Sharpe, Tanya Jefferis, Catherine Krimmer, Matthew Netherwood, Aon, Deloitte, AUKUS Visa, Center for American Industrial Strength, FBI Cyber Division, Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS)

A New Era for American Shipbuilding: What It Means for AUKUS and Global Industry The recent announcement of the Office for Shipbuilding marks a significant step towards revitalizing the American shipbuilding industry. With a commitment to both military and commercial shipbuilding, this initiative aims to restore the U.S. as a global leader in maritime manufacturing. The U.S. once boasted a thriving domestic shipbuilding sector, but over time, production has declined. Now, with new tax incentives and a White House-led initiative, the industry is set to make a strong comeback—one that will impact global supply chains, defense readiness, and economic growth. For those in the defense, maritime, and manufacturing sectors, this presents significant opportunities—new contracts, expanded industrial capabilities, and the potential for international collaboration. With nuclear-powered submarines and cutting-edge defense capabilities at the heart of AUKUS, a revitalized U.S. shipbuilding sector will mean stronger supply chains, enhanced cooperation, and greater resilience in the Indo-Pacific. Get involved ???????????? Michael Sharpe Center for American Industrial Strength, British Nuclear Dialogue, Aon, Deloitte, IBM, Virginia Nuclear Industry, AUKUS Visa

AUKUS Forum – Oxford Our CEO, Michael Sharpe, was honored to join The Emerging Threats Group, Oxford University, where he shared firsthand insights from walking the factory floors across Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom. As part of the AUKUS Strategic Technology Alliances roundtable, discussions focused on industry collaboration, innovation, and the critical role of advanced manufacturing in strengthening our collective security. Pictured here with Connor Clarke, who recently commenced as the #AUKUS Programme Lead—driving conversations on implementation, future opportunities, and strategic challenges. Connor is engaging with policymakers, academics, and industry leaders to navigate the evolving security landscape and ensure AUKUS delivers on its full potential. Read more: ?? https://lnkd.in/gcWuxuX4 Upcoming AUKUS Forum events include: ?AUKUS to Avalon Airshow - Victoria ?The first AUKUS Steel & Forging Summit - Pennsylvania ?#Additive Manufacturing Summits - starting in Sydney and across the United States. ?British Nuclear Dialogue - London ?Insider Threat Management - Washington DC Get involved and contact our Global Partnerships Manager, Matthew Netherwood - [email protected]