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ASC Pty Ltd has served as Australia’s submarine builder and sustainer for over 35 years. ASC built the Collins Class submarines and now sustains the fleet in Osborne, South Australia and Henderson, Western Australia. Supported by its predominantly Australian supply chain and a highly skilled workforce, the company delivers submarine capability and availability to the Royal Australian Navy.
Sunday, 19 November was International Men’s Day (IMD). A day to celebrate the positive value that men bring to the world, their families and communities.
This year’s IMD theme was ‘Healthy Men, Healthy World’, with a strong focus on improving men’s and boy's health.
To celebrate IMD, ASC was pleased to welcome Olympic Swimming Champion, Matt Welsh OAM as our guest speaker.
Mr Welsh spoke about his time as an athlete, and how he now approaches his health and fitness after retirement from his swimming career. He also gave advice and tips to ASC employees about how they can improve their everyday health and fitness.
One of ASC’s managers, Schemko, said IMD was a great opportunity to take part in a global conversation about men’s issues.
“Many people use this day to highlight some of the key social issues that men face in relation to their physical, mental and social health and wellbeing – and a chance to smash rigid gender stereotypes,” he said.
Read more about ASC’s culture and values: www.asc.com.au/our-people/our-culture-and-values/
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ASC will be participating in next week’s ‘Defence Industry Day’ hosted by the City of Playford.
The event gives local businesses the opportunity to hear from, and network with some of the world’s largest defence firms about opportunities in the defence industry.
More than 200 attendees are expected, with last year’s event selling out.
Andy is Head of Australian Industry Capability at ASC and will be participating in a panel discussion regarding opportunities in maritime.
“Events like this are about opening up channels for Australian businesses to understand current opportunities as well as how and what they need to do to participate in larger maritime programs,” Andy said.
“I really enjoy helping suppliers understand the requirements and complexities of this industry, and it’s important that we at ASC assist in the growth of Australian sovereign capability.”
“I’m looking forward to speaking with businesses and individuals about the opportunities at ASC.”
Tickets are still available here: events.humanitix.com/defence-industry-day-2023
Learn more about ASC’s supply chain: www.asc.com.au/supply-chain/
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On 16 November 1989, the ASC North facility in Osborne, South Australia was jointly opened by the Prime Minister, the Hon. Bob Hawke and South Australian Premier the Hon. John Bannon.
The location was chosen for its easy access to the Port River and Gulf St Vincent, road and rail connections and room for expansion.
Two years previously, in 1987, ASC signed a contract with the Australian Government to build the Collins Class submarines. At the time, it was the largest Australian defence contract ever signed.
In 1990, construction of the first Collins Class submarine HMAS Collins began.
We’ve shared some photos below taken throughout 1989, and an aerial shot from December 1988, that show the construction of ASC North at Osborne, South Australia.
Read more about ASC’s history: www.asc.com.au/about-asc/our-history/
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I think that as part of the AUKUS agreement, Australia should perhaps be pushing to start using our shipyards here in Adelaide to assist in dealing with the backlog of construction delays in US shipyards, perhaps we could build some components here and ship them over, it would not only add capacity for the US, it would be giving the whole program a major boost in experience and get our shipwrights some hands-on with SSNs. Think of the opportunities that could be had for not only maintaining a continuous build, but would once and for all eliminate the "valley of death" from a lack of work, it could also offer opportunities for further expansion.
ASC recently hosted the Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG) Industry Health Safety and Environment Forum.
Held twice a year, the forum brings CASG and defence industry partners together to discuss health and safety policy matters and share important industry updates.
Leigh is ASC's WHSE Manager, and says the forum is an opportunity to talk about changes to legislation, policy and new initiatives in the defence work health and safety space.
"It's incredibly beneficial for ASC to participate in events like this," he said.
"The forums also provide an opportunity to discuss potential future changes and opportunities with our industry partners."
Pictured: attendees of the forum.
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HMAS Collins, the first of the six Collins Class submarines to enter service for the Royal Australian Navy, is named after Vice Admiral Sir John Augustine Collins.
Tasmanian-born Collins was one of the first Cadet Midshipmen to enter the Royal Australian Naval College, after it opened in Geelong in 1913.
Early in the Second World War, Collins was in command of HMAS Sydney in the Battle of the Mediterranean.
In 1944 he was the commander of the Australian-US Navy Task Force 74, and commander of the Australian Naval Squadron, becoming the first graduate of the RAN College to command a naval squadron in action.
He was wounded in battle on 21 October 1944, with Rear Admiral Harold Bruce Farncomb replacing him as commander of the Australian Squadron.
After the War, he was appointed Chief of Naval Staff in 1948.
The motto of HMAS Collins is ‘Vanguard’.
Photos courtesy of the Royal Australian Navy.
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DBF!
Today is Remembrance Day, a national day of commemoration.
105 years ago, at the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month, the Great War of 1914-1918 – ‘the war to end all wars’ – came to an end.
More than 300,000 Australians - from a total population of less than 5 million in Australia - would serve in the Great War, and 60,000 of them paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Today the loss of Australian lives from all wars and conflicts is commemorated on Remembrance Day.
We will remember them. Lest we forget.
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ASC was honoured to host the Acting Prime Minister Richard Marles, Premier Peter Malinauskas, Minister for Trade and Investment Nick Champion and Director-General of the Australian Submarine Agency Vice Admiral Jonathan Mead for today’s announcements.
The group were also able to view the work being undertaken on a Collins Class submarine which is currently undergoing a full-cycle docking at our facility in Osborne, South Australia.South Australia is a step closer to building Australia’s nuclear-powered submarines here in our state.
In a landmark agreement to exchange land between the two levels of Government, we’re working in close co-operation to build the new submarine construction yard at Osborne.
It’ll help unlock thousands of high quality, high paying jobs here in South Australia.
Nuclear submarines are the most complex machines on the planet and delivering them will require us to deliver the workforce.
For that reason – we’ll be working closely with the Commonwealth to design the Skills and Training Academy.
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Nuclear submarines any nuclear is dangerous your better better off stick with diesel www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/radiation/nuclear-accidents-fact-sheet#:~:text....
Today is the last day of the Indo Pacific International Maritime Exposition here in Sydney.
Thank you to everyone who visited the ASC stand in Hall 3 over the last three days, our representatives have enjoyed meeting every one of you.
Today is your last chance to try our virtual reality Submarine Diving Safety Console, which has been overseen by Harley.
“The last three days have been fantastic,” Harley said.
“We had quite a few people check out the virtual reality, including submariners who wanted to have a go, it’s a lot of fun.
“Make sure you drop by and test your skills today.”
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ASC’s highly skilled workforce is its most important asset, therefore attracting, retaining and developing the right people is vital.
Working at ASC provides great job satisfaction through rewarding work. Programs, initiatives and benefits are designed to help employees achieve their personal and professional goals – knowing they are playing an important role helping to maintain Australia’s frontline naval capabilities. ASC employs more than 1,900 people at its sites in South Australia and Western Australia, and takes pride in its positive work culture and reputation as an employer of choice.
ASC has developed the largest, most complex and diverse supply chain operations ever required for the Royal Australian Navy. This has been achieved through its experienced supply chain team, accredited processes, market-leading quality assurance programs and robust and supportive partnerships.
With a commitment to maximising Australian Industry Content, ASC partners with suppliers to develop the nation’s sovereign capabilities, optimise security of supply, and deliver value for money to the Australian Government.
ASC’s Board acts in the best interests of ASC as a whole and on behalf of its owner, the Commonwealth Government, represented by the Minister for Finance. Headed by Chair Bruce Carter, the Board comprises directors with a broad range of skills and experience that are appropriate to ASC’s business. ASC’s directors exercise independent judgement in their strategic guidance and overview of ASC’s Executive.
ASC acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters on or near our operations in WA and SA. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
