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From London to Australia: Advancing AUKUS Collaboration ???????????? This week at Imperial College London, we’ve been deep in discussions on AUKUS Pillar Two—exploring quantum technologies, secure information sharing, and advanced cybersecurity. A big thank you to AUKUS Forum Cybersecurity Taskforce Chair, Jacqui Nelson for sharing her expertise as we strengthen partnerships across the three nations. Now, it's time to continue the conversation in Australia. Join us at the National Press Club in Canberra for: ??? The Risk Within: Managing Insider Threat ?? Canberra – Monday, March 17 – Register here https://lnkd.in/gXtBBNDc And as part of our National Workshop Series, get involved in discussions on #additive manufacturing, cyber advancements, and defense industry collaboration: ?? Sydney – Thursday, March 20 – UTS Tech Lab – Register here https://lnkd.in/g-4fsyBK ?? Albury/Wodonga – Monday, March 24 – Register here https://lnkd.in/grpGVsre From London to Australia—and back to the United States next for a packed agenda on advanced cyber capabilities. Be part of the conversation shaping the future of AUKUS. Join us! In collaboration with Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), FBI Cyber Division, BlueForge Alliance, Center for American Industrial Strength, AUKUS Visa

Uniting AUKUS at Oxford ???????????? Make Submarines ? Michael Sharpe was in Oxford with the Hon. David Ridgway, Agent General for South Australia and Lord Walney, Vice Chair of the British All Party Parliamentary Group on AUKUS. It brings together MPs and Peers from across the political divide to better understand the opportunities, and challenges, that we will face in delivering the new shared submarine programme (SSN-AUKUS), and also the other tiers of work on AI, quantum computing, information sharing to name but a few. #Additive manufacturing is a key capability being developed and the AUKUS Forum is engaged with researchers from leading universities and key industry pioneers to accelerate the adoption of new technologies and materials for 3D printing across the alliance. In collaboration with BlueForge Alliance, Deloitte, IBM, Aon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, DekkoSecure, Great British Industry, Center for American Industrial Strength, AUKUS Visa, British Nuclear Dialogue, Keep Our Future Afloat

Uniting AUKUS ???????????? On the ground, on the factory floors—this is where AUKUS takes shape. Michael Sharpe is walking the factory floors across the AUKUS Industry Zones in the United States and now here in Scotland at Arc Additive Limited seeing firsthand the cutting-edge innovations driving collaboration across our three nations. From advanced manufacturing to next-generation defense technologies, we are uniting people and capabilities to strengthen AUKUS. Our AUKUS to Avalon program is bringing this momentum to Australia, with workshops in Canberra, Sydney, Albury/Wodonga, and culminating at the Avalon Airshow. These sessions will connect industry leaders, researchers, and supply chain partners, driving collaboration in additive manufacturing, aerospace, cybersecurity, and defense innovation. ?? Get involved in shaping the future of AUKUS! Canberra - Monday March 17 - National Press Club - Register https://lnkd.in/gc3Pv2Hz Sydney - Thursday March 20 - UTS Tech Lab - Register https://lnkd.in/g6UupysJ Albury/Wodonga - Monday March 24 - Register https://lnkd.in/gvncuQrX Learn more about our growing team, including our US Director, former US Navy Nuclear Submarine Officer, Scott Stewart and our first ten AUKUS Industry Zones. https://lnkd.in/gYXfqXc3 In collaboration with BlueForge Alliance, Deloitte, IBM, Aon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, Great British Industry, Center for American Industrial Strength, DekkoSecure, United States Bomb Technician Association, Arkansas Aerospace & Defense Alliance, World Trade Center Arkansas, Industry Capability Network - NSW, Norwich Community Development Corporation, Connecticut Office of Manufacturing, Southeastern Connecticut Enterprise Region, Space Florida, Texas Economic Development, Manufacturing BRIDGE, Manufacturing Industry Skills Alliance, Keep Our Future Afloat, AUKUS Visa

Uniting AUKUS ???????????? Building Connections, Strengthening Industry, Driving Innovation AUKUS Forum CEO Michael Sharpe has been leading delegations, walking the factory floors, and engaging with university researchers across the United Kingdom—strengthening industry ties and advancing collaboration. ?? London – Today, Michael met at the House of Lords with Lord John Spellar of Smethwick, former UK Minister of State for the Armed Forces and newly appointed British Trade Envoy to Australia by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. As a key member of the British All-Party Parliamentary Group for #AUKUS, Lord Spellar plays a critical role in fostering UK-Australia defence and trade relations. ? Make Submarines, Build Skills, Strengthen Industry ?? Bristol to Glasgow – Factory visits focused on #additive manufacturing & supply chain integration ?? Barrow-In-Furness – Industry roundtable driving skills & workforce training ?? Imperial College London – Engaging with researchers on nuclear industry advancements With our activities expanding, so are the opportunities. Be part of the momentum. ?? Get involved—Contact Matthew Netherwood [email protected] In collaboration with BlueForge Alliance, Deloitte, IBM, Aon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, Great British Industry, DekkoSecure, British Nuclear Dialogue, AUKUS Visa

Uniting AUKUS ???????????? Our CEO, Michael Sharpe has been hosting workshops and leading delegations across Australia, the United States and here in the United Kingdom. The University of Huddersfield in England is collaborating with Australian based leaders from Dapatech Systems. See https://dapatech.com/#home The Advanced Machinery & Productivity Initiative - creating the new machines, technology and people needed to manufacture tomorrow’s products - is an industry led initiative that will stimulate and support rapid growth of the UK’s machinery manufacturing sector, designed to support a coherent supply chain from research through to implementation. #Additive fabrication is a particular focus of our Make Submarines initiative. This week in London we are talking artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and secure information sharing. We are joined by our AUKUS Cybersecurity Taskforce Chair, Jacqui Nelson and our Operations Director, Catherine Krimmer. Get involved with AUKUS projects - Contact our Global Partnerships Manager, Matthew Netherwood - [email protected] In collaboration with BlueForge Alliance, Deloitte, IBM, Aon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, Center for American Industrial Strength, Great British Industry, British Nuclear Dialogue, DekkoSecure, AUKUS Visa

AUKUS Connect - Our Operations Director Catherine Krimmer and CEO, Michael Sharpe have been in Texas and now in the United Kingdom. LoneStar Group operate in both America and Great Britain, here in the West Midlands. LoneStar Fasteners is one of the Worlds leading manufacturers of High Integrity Fasteners, Petrochemical Bolting and Machined Parts to the critical industry sectors. See https://lnkd.in/gUNENdXQ Employing over 1,200 across the world, the company has a worldwide network of manufacturing and distribution operations. From walking the factory floors across England and Scotland, there is a series of AUKUS Forum events coming up this week in Oxford and London. Make Submarines - this week we will be joined by our AUKUS Cybersecurity Taskforce Chair, Jacqui Nelson. Get involved as we #UniteAUKUS and showcase technologies across the AUKUS nations. Contact our Global Partnerships Manager, Matthew Netherwood - [email protected] In collaboration with BlueForge Alliance, Deloitte, IBM, Aon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, Center for American Industrial Strength, Great British Industry, British Nuclear Dialogue, DekkoSecure, AUKUS Visa

Great Britain - Walking the Factory Floors – Connecting AUKUS Industry with Cutting-Edge Innovation ???????????? Our CEO, Michael Sharpe continues to walk the factory floors across England and Scotland, strengthening industry connections and exploring the next generation of advanced manufacturing technologies. Here we visited iCOMAT, a spin-out from the University of Bristol, delivering beyond state-of-the-art lightweighting solutions through their Rapid Tow Shearing (RTS) process. This revolutionary approach is enabling lighter, stronger, and more sustainable vehicles across aerospace, automotive, and space applications. Since 2019, iCOMAT has made remarkable progress—growing to 22 employees and securing direct contracts with major OEMs. Based in the South West of England, a global hub for composite technology, the company is positioned at the heart of Europe’s composite powerhouse, surrounded by world-leading institutes and industry giants. As the AUKUS Forum expands across Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom, we are forging stronger industry connections, ensuring that cutting-edge companies like iCOMAT are part of the broader AUKUS industrial network. ?? Get in touch to explore industry partnerships, technology showcases, and collaboration opportunities across the AUKUS nations. ?? A world of opportunities awaits. Contact our Global Partnerships Manager, Matthew Netherwood - [email protected] BlueForge Alliance, Deloitte, IBM, Aon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, Center for American Industrial Strength, Great British Industry Make Submarines, AUKUS Visa

Walking the factory floors across England and Scotland. Here in Bristol - our CEO Michael Sharpe met with the team from Rowden ???????????? Founded in 2017 by Robert Harper, an ex-military communications systems engineer — Rowden began with the realisation that emerging connectivity technologies would dramatically expand the potential of edge operations. The team integrate advanced systems that sense, connect, and protect data in demanding environments where decisions must be made quickly. Headquartered in Bristol - a city long recognised for its pioneering spirit - the company is positioning itself to deliver the next generation of UK engineering expertise globally. Through our AUKUS Connect program—and with a growing team across Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom—we are forging new pathways for industry collaboration across the three nations. Get involved, contact our Global Partnerships Manager, Matthew Netherwood - [email protected] In collaboration with BlueForge Alliance, Deloitte, IBM, Aon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, Center for American Industrial Strength, Great British Industry, Make Submarines, Hannah Croft, Catherine Krimmer, British Nuclear Dialogue, Great British Industry, AUKUS Visa

On the Ground in Scotland – AUKUS Industry in Action ???????????? Today in Scotland, next week in Oxford and London—the AUKUS Forum’s industry engagement is expanding across the three nations. With our growing team on the ground in Australia, the U.S., and the U.K., we’re strengthening industrial collaboration and unlocking new opportunities for manufacturers, researchers, and defense leaders. ?? Walking the factory floors from Bristol to South Yorkshire, Barrow-in-Furness to Glasgow and Edinburgh, connecting with industry partners driving AUKUS-related innovation. ?? In London next week, I’ll be joined by Jacqui Nelson, Chair of the AUKUS Forum’s Advanced Cybersecurity Taskforce, and our Operations Director, Catherine Krimmer to share our latest insights. ?? Following the successful launch of the first ten AUKUS Industry Zones across the U.S., we continue to expand industry engagement, build supply chains, and develop workforce capabilities across the three nations. The AUKUS partnership is more than just submarines—it’s about advanced manufacturing, cybersecurity, and driving economic and technological growth. Want to be part of the conversation? Let’s connect. ?? See https://lnkd.in/g7dcJUdx In collaboration with BlueForge Alliance, Deloitte, IBM, Aon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, Center for American Industrial Strength, DekkoSecure, British Nuclear Dialogue, AUKUS Guardians, Great British Industry, AUKUS Visa

Strengthening Industry & Innovation Across the UK ???????????? Michael Sharpe is on the ground in England and Scotland, walking the factory floors and engaging with local industry leaders. From advanced manufacturing to shipbuilding and nuclear industry, the AUKUS Forum is forging stronger partnerships across the UK to drive innovation and industrial growth. ?? The British Nuclear Dialogue is next on the agenda, following the success of the Sydney Nuclear Summit, as we explore new opportunities in nuclear propulsion, small modular reactors, and defense technology. ?? #Additive manufacturing is revolutionizing production, and the Make Submarines initiative is expanding, ensuring AUKUS nations remain at the forefront of maritime defense. ?? Upcoming summits in Oxford and London will showcase industry collaborations across Australia, the US, and the UK. Michael Sharpe will outline our growing initiatives and the real impact happening on the ground. The future of AUKUS collaboration is here—stronger supply chains, cutting-edge technologies, and industrial partnerships driving economic and defense capabilities forward. See https://lnkd.in/e_Fp5-wg To get involved, contact our Global Partnerships Manager, Matthew Netherwood – [email protected] In collaboration with BlueForge Alliance, Deloitte, IBM, Aon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, Center for American Industrial Strength, Great British Industry, AUKUS Visa