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Nominations and submissions will open soon as Defence Connect prepares for its annual Australian Defence Industry Awards.
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Now in its seventh consecutive year, the Australian Defence Industry Awards recognise the people and businesses propelling the industry forward rather than showcasing the latest products and platforms.
The Australian Defence Industry Awards acknowledge all defence industry stakeholders, from primes, SMEs, academic institutions and associations to high-performing individuals such as defence executives, Indigenous and female leaders, students, scientists, technicians, and academics.
Nominations and submissions will open in March 2025.
The awards are open to all businesses operating in Australia supporting the defence supply chain and have become a desirable accolade for individuals and businesses seeking to forge a role in the defence industry.
The Australian Defence Industry Awards’ black-tie and mess dress gala ceremony will be held on Thursday, 10 July 2025, at the National Convention Centre, Canberra.
Last year, Kieran Hynes, founder of 100 per cent Indigenous-owned and operated cyber security services firm Willyama Services, took home the coveted Excellence Award for being the highest-scoring individual winner.
Other winners across both individual and company categories included Raytheon Australia, Silentium Defence, Aurecon, Nova Systems, AeroPM, and BAE Systems Australia.
Take the first step to joining the respected list of Australian Defence Industry Awards winners by preparing an entry once nominations and submissions open in March.
To register interest for updates on the 2025 event, click here.
Click here to learn more about how to write a winning submission.
The Australian Defence Industry Awards will be run with support from gold partner Investment NSW to recognise the achievements of Australia’s leading defence professionals and businesses.
Sponsorships for the Australian Defence Industry Awards are strictly limited. To discuss how you can partner with Defence Connect on this stellar initiative, please email William Magee at
For more information about the awards program, click here.
