THE HON. GREG COMBET MP
Minister for Defence Personnel, Materiel and Science
SENATOR THE HON. KIM CARR
Minister for Innovation, Industry Science and
Research
TONY QUICK TO HEAD ENTERPRISE CONNECT DEFENCE CENTRE
Mr Tony Quick has been appointed as director of the new Enterprise Connect Defence
Industry Innovation Centre, Innovation Minister Senator Kim Carr and Minister for Defence
Materiel Greg Combet announced today.
The Defence Industry Innovation Centre is a part of the Australian Government’s Enterprise
Connect program and will offer a range of hands-on services to small to medium enterprises
in the Defence industry sector. The Centre is a key element of the Rudd Government’s $61
million defence industry skilling package.
“Mr Quick has the expertise and enthusiasm to make this Centre a success,” Senator Carr
said.
“Defence industries are an important part of Australia’s manufacturing sector and through this
Centre, the Australian Government is ensuring businesses have the best chance to succeed
and compete at a global level.”
Mr Quick joins Enterprise Connect with an extensive background in the defence industry most
recently as Director and General Manager of GKN Aerospace Engineering Services, an
Australian company heavily involved the Joint Strike Fighter project.
Greg Combet congratulated Mr Quick on his appointment.
“Mr Quick’s impressive background working in the defence industries makes him perfectly
suited to run this Centre.
“Services that will be provided through the centre include free business reviews and
supporting grants, to help boost productivity and increase their ability to compete in
international markets.” Mr Combet said.
Mr Quick said he was pleased to be participating in the Enterprise Connect program.
“Through this Centre, businesses operating in a wide range of defence industries will be able
to access the support and assistance they require to compete on an international level,” Mr
Quick said.
Further Information:
Catriona Jackson, Minister Carr, 0417 142238
Rod Hilton, Minister Combet, 0458 276 619
Media contacts:
Rod Hilton (Greg Combet):
02 6277 4771 or 0458 276 619
Defence Media Liaison:
02 6265 3343 or 0408 498 664
Wednesday, 22 July 2009
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