The Australian Government has recently granted a $33 million contract to Albury-based company Australian Target Systems in a bid to support smaller businesses and work inside the local defence sector.
Under the provisions of the five-year agreement, ATS will supply advanced live-fire target systems and convey target support services at defence training ranges all through Australia.
These advanced objective systems play a pivotal part in sharpening individual and combat shooting skills and are persistently refined to upgrade the authenticity of live-fire exercises.
Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy expressed that Australian Target Systems has filled in as a huge accomplice to the protection business for a lengthy period, exhibiting a strong history in providing and keeping up with target systems for the Australian Defence Force.
“This contract underscores the Albanese Government’s commitment to supporting Australia’s defence industry, and in particular working with smaller companies, to help them grow while also creating jobs for locals,” Conroy said.
Conroy further noticed that the Defence Strategic Review acknowledges the critical role of the Australian defence industry in offering fundamental help to the ADF, as well as adding to both the economy and regional stability.
The contract’s execution won’t just protect 43 existing positions but additionally prepare for the making of 11 extra positions at ATS, working with the company’s extension and adding to local employment opportunities.
Cejay is a Content Producer for Supply Chain Channel, Australia's learning ecosystem created to fill the need for information, networking, case studies and empowerment for everyone in the supply chain sector.
