The Australian Government is investing up to $133.6 million over five years in command and control capabilities to support Australian Defence Force air operations.

The recent signing of a sustainment contract with Kellogg Brown and Root (KBR) will deliver critical integration enhancements to the Air and Space Operations – Command and Control System (ASO-C2CS), which allows Defence personnel to plan and conduct air operations.

The enhancements will focus on an electronic information management system, which enables superior decision-making and force integration, by providing critical information in complex airborne missions.

The contract consolidates existing sustainment activities for the ASO-C2CS, streamlining Australia’s ability to govern, assure and expedite the delivery of this critical capability and maintaining an estimated 60 jobs.

Defence’s diverse and specialised aviation workforce across Navy, Army and Air Force will directly benefit from the ASO-C2CS systems and the enhanced, timely and accurate delivery of mission-critical information. 

Quotes attributable to Colonel Darren Moore, Acting Assistant Secretary Joint C4 Systems:

“I’m delighted to announce this new $133 million contract with Kellogg Brown and Root. 

“The 2024 Defence Strategic Review highlighted the need to streamline delivery processes to achieve minimum viable product. This contract will enhance capability and reduce the complexity in delivering essential mission support products to the Australian Defence Force.

“This contract highlights the Australian Government’s commitment to providing the Australian Defence Force with the superior capabilities it needs to maintain operational advantage over potential adversaries.

“Capabilities such as the Air and Space Operations – Command and Control Capability System will help the Australian Defence Force support aviation assets against threats to Australia and our national interests.”