Australia gifts Papua New Guinea Defence Force uniforms

In partnership with the Government of Papua New Guinea, the Australian Government will gift 4,500 sets of Australian-made combat uniforms to the PNG Defence Force (PNGDF). The uniforms will be the same quality and fit as those worn by members of the Australian Defence Force but customised with the unique pattern of the PNGDF. For the first time, uniforms will also be specifically designed for and provided to PNGDF women. Initial orders for the delivery of 2,500 uniforms are valued at about $1.4 million. The uniforms are being designed and manufactured in Australia following a robust procurement process. This includes the supply of boots by New South Wales-based manufacturer Redback Boots, the supply of socks by Humphrey Law & Co and the supply of shirts, trousers and hats by Australian Defence Apparel, both based in Victoria. Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy said: “PNG is our closest neighbour and one of our dearest friends, and this gift underscores the strength of our enduring partnership. These uniforms will support the Papua New Guinean Defence Force as they build their sovereign defence capabilities. As our defence forces continue to train together and improve interoperability, we will proudly see Australian and Papua New Guinean defence personnel standing shoulder-to-shoulder, wearing quality Australian-made combat uniforms.” For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Kym Bergmann at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Group Sales Director Simon Hadfield at [email protected]