Hanwha Defence Australia
Christopher Grima is currently the Deputy Chief Engineer and Verification & Validation Manager at Hanwha Defense Australia. Previously, Christopher held various engineering and management positions at Elbit Systems of Australia Pty Ltd, VINFAST LLC, Telstra, and Holden. With a background in Mechanical Engineering, Christopher has extensive experience in program management, infrastructure project delivery, governance, and project management across different industries. Their expertise lies in leading teams, managing project portfolios, and ensuring product quality and durability. With a strong educational foundation, Christopher has continuously honed their skills and expertise in the field of engineering.
Hanwha Defence Australia
Hanwha Defense Australia (HDA) has been selected as the sole source for LAND 8116, a $1 billion project which will see the Commonwealth acquire self-propelled artillery to be manufactured in the Greater Geelong area of Victoria. The company is also producing 129 of the Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicles for the Commonwealth under Land 400 Phase 3. Hanwha Defence Australia is a subsidiary of Hanwha Aerospace, the largest and the most influential defense corporations in South Korea. HDA is building its Hanwha Armoured Vehicle Centre of Excellence (H-ACE) manufacturing in Geelong, Victoria. the facility is due to be complete in Q3 2024. It is anticipated the facility will support all Hanwha vehicle fleets and serve as an Australian industrial and SME (small to medium enterprise) base that can work with Hanwha both globally and domestically. An important aspect of this will be the creation of opportunities for both Australian and Korean companies in their respective national supply chains.