KBR supports ADF with deployed ICT extension

KBR announced that it will be providing an additional two years of support to the Australian Defence Force (ADF) through the sustainment of deployed Information Communications Technology (ICT). This extension continues support to the Royal Australian Navy, Australian Army and Royal Australian Air Force deployed nodes which KBR has provided since 2021. The contract also includes ongoing sustainment and support to the navy through the Fleet Information System or ‘MINERVA’ being delivered by SEA2273. This builds on the company’s strong performance in delivering ICT hardware, software, sustainment and specialist communication services to Defence. Supporting the ADF’s deployed platforms presents a unique information management challenge and requires computer networks that can remain effective even in low bandwidth or congested communications environments. Deployed ICT network environments provide essential command, control, situational awareness and allied/partner interoperability services for ADF personnel serving on deployed operations and exercises and includes troops in the field, ships at sea and joint headquarters and support bases deployed domestically, regionally and across the globe. KBR has almost seven decades of experience delivering some of the most complex projects for the nation. This year the company has: Achieved the target operation date for the Capability Life Cycle Management of the Royal Australian’s Navy’s (RAN) Amphibious and Replenishment Ship fleet; Been selected as a concept design partner for South Australia’s new Nuclear-Powered Submarine Construction Yard, leading the area of the yard that will be used for steel processing and fabrication; Is performing a critical technical role supporting TRITON’s operations in Australia. Vice President GS APAC Nic Maan said: “KBR is delivering across a range of critical, highly specialised and technical programs that are strengthening the nation’s defence and security. Key to the delivery of MINERVA is providing a cyber-worthy communications system that operates across and within secret, protected, official and coalition networks. This support will provide the Royal Australian Navy with decision superiority in the maritime domain which is essential for Defence’s ability to conduct operations.” For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Kym Bergmann at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Group Sales Director Simon Hadfield at [email protected]