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Historic milestone! USS Vermont departs HMAS Stirling after the first-ever US nuclear-powered submarine maintenance period in Australia without a US support ship 🇦🇺 🇺🇸 ⚓ 🛠️ Learn more 🔗 asa.gov.au/news/uss-vermont-… @USNavy @Australian_Navy
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At 11am today, we pause to honour the 103,000 Australians who gave their lives in service—and all who have suffered in war, conflict and peace operations. We remember their sacrifice. We reflect on the cost of war. #LestWeForget.
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We were proud to welcome the crew of USS Vermont (SSN 792) yesterday and mark the start of the Submarine Maintenance Period (SMP), another milestone in Australia’s journey to operate and sustain SSNs at HMAS Stirling ⚓ . 📖: asa.gov.au/news/australia-ge… 📷 ABIS Jaxsen Shinners
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The ASA has launched the #Industry Front Door 🚪 🛠️ a central portal designed to help Australian #defence suppliers access opportunities in the #AUKUS submarine supply chain. Access the Industry Front Door: asa.gov.au/industry-front-do…
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Australia and the UK have signed The Geelong Treaty securing the delivery of SSN-AUKUS submarines. The Nuclear-Powered Submarine Partnership and Collaboration Agreement signed on Saturday will strengthen cooperation and enhance both nations’ industrial capability and capacity.
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Congratulations to our @Australian_Navy sailors who have graduated from the US Navy’s Nuclear Power Training Unit, Charleston. A significant achievement for our #AUKUS Partnership. 🇦🇺🇬🇧🇺🇸
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Strong engagement at the ASA Submarine Industrial Base Engagement Forum held in Washington DC recently, as we drive collaboration to secure future capabilities. We’re bringing Australian businesses into critical conversations on supporting US supply chain resilience.
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DON’T MISS OUT! Applications for the Australian Submarine Agency’s Nuclear Graduate Program CLOSING NEXT WEEK! 🎓#GraduateCareers APPLY NOW! A world of exciting career opportunities within the Australian Submarine Agency are waiting for YOU! Visit asa.gov.au/jobs-careers/nucl…
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Over 8,000 people, including the Secretary of Defence Greg Moriarty visited ASA’s stand during #AIA25! Attendees learned of the #STEM opportunities on offer under AUKUS to support Australia's commitment to deliver conventionally-armed nuclear-powered submarines.
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Another win for Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine future workforce, with 4 Australians graduating from the US Radiological Controls Technician Qualifying School at Norfolk Naval Shipyard. These skills are needed to support Australia to deliver this critical capability.
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The government is now operating in accordance with the caretaker conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election. For more information visit: pmc.gov.au/res.../guidance-c… During the caretaker period, comments have been disabled on this account.
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ASA has surfaced at #Avalon2025 The team will be on hand to talk about submarine capabilities, career pathways and opportunities AUKUS brings to Australia. Come see us at #AIA25 to learn more about how AUKUS will boost Australia’s technical, industrial and workforce capacity!
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One year with our shipbuilding and sustainment partners, ASC and BAE. This partnership, which will uplift our nation’s maritime defence and industrial capability, has taken some significant strides, and we continue to build on. 🛠️🚢 #AUKUS #partnership #progress
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3 Royal Australian Navy Submariners have qualified as marine engineers and may deploy aboard the UK’s conventionally armed Astute class Submarines. The trio mark the first Australian Cohort to qualify within the UK training system as part of the UK's role in AUKUS. BZ 💪⚓
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The Federal and South Australian Governments have established 2 new pathway programs as part of delivering the nation’s future defence industry workforce. The Defence Industry Pathways Program (DIPP) Shipbuilding Employment Pathways pilot (SEPP) Read more:asa.gov.au
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Navy Week 2025 in WA saw an Open Day at Cape Peron with displays by the Australian Submarine Agency and allied services, who enjoyed chatting to our submariners and learning about the benefits AUKUS will bring to the region. Special mention to Mayor of Rockingham, Deb Hamblin.
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Celebrating 2 Years on the Optimal Pathway! 🎉 From investments in our defence industry and workforce to strengthening strategic alliances, Australia's journey since the Optimal Pathway announcement has been nothing short of remarkable. 📰 Read more: asa.gov.au/news/building-str…
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The Government has launched Australia’s AUKUS Submarine Industry Strategy. The Strategy outlines the prioritisation framework that will give businesses in Australia the confidence to invest in their own technical capabilities, personnel and facilities.
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