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Serco wins Naval Business of the Year at the 2020 Australian Defence Industry Awards

Serco Australia is proud to be named Naval Business of the Year in this year’s Defence Connect Australian Defence Industry Awards.

Above: Serco team at the 2020 Defence Connect Australian Defence Industry Awards in Sydney.
Courtesy Serco

Held last night in Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane and virtually, the 2020 Defence Connect Australian Defence Industry Awards celebrated the best of the best in Australia’s defence industry, recognising the outstanding contribution of professionals and businesses.

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Serco was recognised as Naval Business of the Year for proudly supporting the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) for more than 20 years as well as the Royal New Zealand Navy.

Serco Defence Managing Director Clint Thomas AM, CSC, said this award recognised Serco’s great achievements, contributions and commitment to supporting our key customers over the last 12 months.

“We are honoured to be recognised in the 2020 Australian Defence Industry Awards which are the benchmark for excellence in the defence industry – something we strive for every day at Serco.”

“This accolade is a testament to Serco’s experience, proven record and commitment. I am extremely proud of our professional teams who made winning this award possible.” Mr Thomas said.

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Celebrating its second year, the Defence Connect Australian Defence Industry Awards acknowledges the professionals and businesses that are driving innovation, change and the development of Australia’s defence sector.


 

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