Defence & Aviation

Support across the life-cycle of your defence and aviation project

Our team has extensive experience working for industry in the defence sector. We have acted for principal contractors, subcontractors and suppliers regarding defence upgrade projects, supply agreements for vessels and heavy equipment, through to life support contracts, IT service agreements, teaming agreements and alliance contracts.

We have a thorough understanding of the practical, commercial, legal and policy issues. We are aware of the special probity and confidentiality requirements that apply in this sector.

We have acted for a range of local and international clients on bids to deliver supplies and services to the Department of Defence. We are familiar with the contractual models used by the Department and the procurement guidelines. Our work has included preparing and reviewing project documentation, conducting negotiations with the Department and advising our clients on their legal position and strategic options during the negotiations.

Experience highlights

SEA 4000 – Air Warfare Destroyers

Advising a major Australian defence contractor on its bid to deliver three air warfare ships and their support systems.

Department of Defence Procurement Improvement Program

Advising the Australian Industry Group Defence Council in connection with the Procurement Improvement Program proposed by the Department of Defence, including on the proposed new suite of Acquisition Contracts.

Department of Defence Projects

Advising a US-based defence contractor on a range of issues relating to Australian Department of Defence contract conditions, NDAs and costing rules, including IP and liability issues.

Other industry sectors

Renewable Energy

We have advised on a range of complex renewable energy projects including generation and storage (spanning wind, solar and pumped hydro) and transmission infrastructure.

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Transport Infrastructure

Our team has advised on some of Australia’s most iconic major transport infrastructure projects across the whole project life-cycle, including major road, rail, airports and port projects.

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Social Infrastructure

We have significant experience on social infrastructure projects, including hospitals, prisons, schools and major water infrastructure such as desalination plants.

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Energy & Resources

We act on major energy and resources projects, gas pipelines, power stations, mining projects, metals and plant infrastructure.

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Technology

We work with clients on a range of technology related matters, having assisted on major procurement activities and the resolution of technology related disputes.

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How we can help

Project Procurement & Advisory

We understand the current market and sector conditions affecting the procurement and delivery of major infrastructure projects across Australia and the delivery models and project documentation adopted on these projects.

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Project Delivery & Contract Administration

We assist our clients during the implementation of a project by providing clear and pragmatic advice on all aspects of contract interpretation and administration – including in relation to claims and dispute management and avoidance.

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Disputes

Dispute management and resolution is an important part of the services we offer. We are experienced in all forms of dispute resolution and are geared to support the conduct of significant disputes.

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