Challenges in Defence Shipbuilding Initiatives

This chapter explores the setbacks in Defence's enterprise resource planning and shipbuilding programs, highlighting issues such as delays, financial overruns, and management failures. It examines the impact of these challenges on naval capability, focusing on Australia’s Arafura-class Offshore Patrol Vessels and their design deficiencies. The discussion underscores the need for innovative strategies and accountability within the defense sector to address current and future operational needs.