The DMO provides strong and effective support to ADF operations through the rapid acquisition of equipment and supplies, sustainment of ADF capabilities and deployment of specialist staff.
Equipment including Bushmaster infantry mobility vehicles, unmanned aerial vehicles, ballistic and other protection upgrades to helicopters, fixed wing aircraft, land vehicles, extreme cold weather clothing, specific weapons, and communications equipment has all been subject to accelerated or rapid acquisition to ensure that the best equipment available is provided to troops when they need it.
The Bushmaster from ADI is operating effectively in Iraq and Afghanistan and is very highly regarded by our troops and our allies. The Bushmaster is being considered by the United States, Iraq and Canada to provide highly capable operational vehicles. The Netherlands has shown its interest and procured 25 Bushmasters. This is a world-class product.