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PODCAST: Building a resilient sovereign space industry, with David Ball

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By: Robyn Tongol
PODCAST: Building a resilient sovereign space industry, with David Ball

Lockheed Martin Space is one of the most prominent players in our global industry, responsible for everything from building spacecraft to connecting soldiers on the battlefield.

Lockheed Martin Space is one of the most prominent players in our global industry, responsible for everything from building spacecraft to connecting soldiers on the battlefield.

 

In this special podcast episode, David Ball, the business’ regional director for space in Australia and New Zealand, talks about why our local industry is surging and what the future holds.

Ball discusses the formation of Defence’s space division, the importance of sovereign resilience, and why space domain awareness has become a crucial component in our industry.

Finally, Ball discusses his amazing career, which started in the Royal Australian Air Force, and where his passion for space comes from.

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Listen to previous episodes of the Defence Connect podcast:

Episode 11: PODCAST: Counter-drone systems, manufacturing and Australia’s defence industry priorities, with Northrop Grumman Australia’s Robert Denney
Episode 10: SPOTLIGHT: Australia’s loitering munitions, sovereign manufacturing and the future of drone warfare, with Innovaero’s Gregory Tunny
Episode 9: PODCAST: Contested logistics and Australia’s defence industry priorities at Land Forces 2026, with Amentum Australia’s Kim Katheklakis
Episode 8: PODCAST: Containerised solutions and human-in-the-loop systems at Land Forces 2026, with IAI’s Maxim Zemer
Episode 7: SPOTLIGHT: Lockheed Martin Australia’s priorities, leadership and life after service, with Jeremy King
Episode 6: THE PROGRESS REPORT: Leadership, mentorship and life at sea – Commander Melanie Lennard on 17 years in the Royal Australian Navy
Episode 5: PODCAST: Australia’s munitions manufacturing push at Land Forces 2026, with NIOA Group’s Robert Nioa
Episode 4: PODCAST: EOS showcases new interceptor and layered drone defence at Land Forces 2026, with Lee Kormany
Episode 3: CONTESTED GROUND: The information advantage – how AI is reshaping influence, competition and power
Episode 2: PODCAST: Next-generation equipment at Land Forces 2026, with Aquaterro’s Graeme Bulte