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KBR and BMT have announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the long-term sustainment of Royal Australian Navy platforms.
The collaboration brings together two experienced defence partners with a shared goal of creating a more integrated, resilient and cost-effective sustainment enterprise.
Under the partnership, KBR will contribute its extensive program management, systems integration and engineering expertise, while BMT will provide specialist naval engineering, asset management and technical assurance capabilities.
Together, the companies plan to deliver solutions that support platform availability, operational readiness and through-life efficiency for Australia’s maritime fleet.
KBR has more than six decades of experience delivering major nation-building and defence projects, including Capability Life Cycle Management for the Amphibious Combat and Sealift fleet and technical design and infrastructure work at HMAS Stirling and the Osborne Naval Shipyard.
Nic Maan, vice president of Australia defence and security solutions at KBR, said the collaboration would strengthen the support KBR provides to the Australian Defence Force.
“We are thrilled to be joining forces with BMT to optimise maritime sustainment outcomes. Their deep platform knowledge complements KBR’s experience as a capability partner for the Royal Australian Navy,” he said.
BMT brings over 40 years of global experience in naval design, engineering and asset assurance, offering independent, platform-agnostic support across the full capability life cycle.
Sarah Kenny OBE, chief executive at BMT, said the partnership reflects a shared commitment to building sovereign sustainment capability.
Graeme Nayler, BMT regional business director for Asia-Pacific, added, “Our combined strengths will help keep Navy platforms ready, available and cost-effective throughout their service life. We share a vision for an agile, data-informed sustainment model that delivers real value to Defence and ensures Australia’s fleet remains mission-ready.”
The KBR–BMT alliance will focus on engineering-led, data-driven sustainment strategies that enhance platform availability, reduce through-life costs and support continuous improvement across the Royal Australian Navy’s maritime enterprise.
Stephen Kuper
Steve has an extensive career across government, defence industry and advocacy, having previously worked for cabinet ministers at both Federal and State levels.
