Powering progress through partnership
Our mission is to strengthen Australia’s maritime industrial base by uniting government, industry, and academia in a collaborative, transparent, and innovative effort. As an independent, not-for-profit catalyst, BFAA connects ideas, resources, and partners to build enduring capability and national resilience across the maritime ecosystem.
Inspired by U.S. Success. Built for Australia’s Future.
BlueForge Alliance Australia (BFAA) builds on the demonstrated success of BlueForge Alliance’s U.S. model — a proven approach that transformed how government and industry strengthen and sustain a nation’s defense industrial base.
That proven framework now informs an Australia-fit approach, refined to align with Commonwealth policy, security priorities, and procurement pathways. What remains constant is the foundation of neutrality, transparency, and collaboration, ensuring Australia benefits from a tested model built to deliver lasting industrial resilience. The results in the United States speak for themselves.
active projects supporting the Maritime Industrial Base
suppliers actively engaged for workforce attainment
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advanced technology projects underway
Three integrated lines of effort. One mission.
We strengthen Australia’s sovereign supply base by partnering with primes, shipyards, and SMEs to expand capacity, elevate quality, and modernise operations. Guided by data-led insights and co-investment models, we help ensure supply chains can deliver reliably and at scale, building the resilient backbone of Australia’s maritime capability.
A strong industrial base depends on skilled people. By working with TAFEs, universities, and employers, we create pathways from training into priority roles, ensuring talent is recruited, prepared, and retained. From accelerated programs to wrap-around support, we transform ambition into lasting careers that sustain Australia’s sovereign workforce.
Innovation is the key to resilience. We accelerate adoption of technologies such as additive manufacturing, robotics, automation, and digital practices—creating certification pathways and focusing on measurable production impact. These efforts reduce risk, expand capacity, and position Australia’s shipyards and suppliers at the forefront of capability.
Let’s build the future of Australia’s industrial strength together
We’re forging partnerships that strengthen and sustain Australia’s maritime and defense industrial base for generations to come. If you’d like to learn more or explore ways to support our mission, please reach out via email at cwhitehead@blueforgealliance.us.