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Science and engineering company QinetiQ confirmed the acquisition of special mission aircraft training business Air Affairs, a leading supplier of threat representation and mission rehearsal products to both commercial and defence clients.
Following the acquisition, QinetiQ hopes to position itself as a market leader in test and evaluation, as well as threat representation and training.
Air Affairs currently supplies training services and products to both Defence and commercial clients. The company also provides electronic warfare capabilities to Defence and aerial surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities during natural disasters.
“Air Affairs is a trusted partner to Australia’s Defence organisation, delivering essential threat representation and mission rehearsal capabilities to the Australian warfighter,” Steve Wadey, group chief executive officer of QinetiQ, said.
“Combined with QinetiQ’s global threat representation, test and evaluation expertise, the acquisition of Air Affairs will deliver even greater value to our Australian Defence customer.”
Headquartered in Nowra, the company employs 180 people, operating a fleet of special mission aircraft as well as engineering and manufacturing capabilities.
“QinetiQ Australia is a natural fit for the Air Affairs team. From our investment in early careers and sovereign industrial capability, to delivering critical training opportunities that enhance Australian defence operational readiness, both companies are aligned in culture and strategy,” Chris Sievers, chief executive officer of Air Affairs Australia, said.
“We see this as an exciting opportunity to unlock greater value for our Defence and industry customers.”
[Related: QinetiQ Australia receives mine warfare contract extension for HMAS Waterhen]
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