Advanced Composite Structures Australia

📣 Paul Falzon, General Manager of Advanced Composite Structures Australia, will be presenting at the Composites Australia Conference to be held from Wednesday 17 to Thursday 18 June 2026 in Geelong.

Paul’s presentation, “Scaling Advanced Composite Manufacturing: Investment, Capability and Capacity,” will highlight ACS Australia’s continued investment in expanded facilities, new equipment, increased production capacity, and workforce development through apprenticeships and internships.

Drawing on our work across , and , the session will outline how ACS Australia is strengthening advanced capability for complex applications.

📍 Novotel Waterfront Geelong
📅 Wednesday, 17 June 2026
🕦 11:30am

We look forward to connecting with composites industry colleagues at the conference.

🎉Advanced Composite Structures Australia is proud to be announced as a recipient of Round 6 of the Victorian Government’s Supply Chain Uplift Program.

The grant will support the purchase of new equipment to expand our operations at our Altona North facility, helping increase our capability and capacity as we continue to grow as an advanced and company supplying products to the Defence industry.

The Victorian Government announced $1.1 million in grants for 17 Victorian businesses, supporting the growth of Victoria’s defence supply chain and creating an estimated 72 high-skilled jobs.

For ACS Australia, this investment will support the creation of new jobs and further strengthen our role in delivering advanced composite technology solutions for and .

🗨️“These funds will increase our capability and capacity as we continue our growth as an advanced engineering and manufacturing company supplying composite products to the Defence Industry.” - Paul Falzon, General Manager, Advanced Composite Structures Australia | ACS-A

Thank you to the Victorian Government for supporting local defence industry capability, advanced manufacturing, and sovereign supply chain growth.

👏 We welcome Jocelyn Le Gonidec to the Advanced Composite Structures Australia team.

Jocelyn joins us after graduating with a generalist engineering degree, with a major in mechanical engineering. Originally from France 🇫🇷, Jocelyn has moved to Australia to kick-start his career, take on a new personal challenge, and gain valuable international experience.

With a strong foundation in mechanical engineering and a clear motivation to continue developing in the field, Jocelyn is a welcome addition to the ACS Australia team as we continue to grow our advanced manufacturing and composites capability.

🗨️“In French, we have this expression: Travel broadens the mind, it is the best education. I remain convinced that opening our minds and discovering new cultures are values worth cultivating, especially when we are young.”

Welcome to the team, Jocelyn. We’re excited to have you on board.

👏 We welcome Liz Peach to the Advanced Composite Structures Australia | ACS-A team!

Liz joins us with a strong background in chemistry and materials science, having completed her PhD in Chemistry at Monash University. Her industry-based doctoral research focused on the manufacturing of nanoparticles, giving her valuable experience in materials characterisation, processing, and applied research.

Prior to joining ACS Australia, Liz worked in the oil & gas industry, bringing further industrial experience to her new role. Her mix of chemistry expertise, materials knowledge, and industry experience makes Liz a great addition to the team as we continue advancing our work in .

💬 “I’m excited to apply my chemistry background to the development of Ultra High Temperature Composites and contribute to innovation within the sector. I look forward to this next chapter and am grateful for the opportunity to join the team at ACS Australia.”

Welcome to the team, Liz!

👏 We welcome Joshua L. to the ACS Australia team as our latest .

✈️ Joshua joins us with a strong foundation in aerospace engineering, having graduated from Monash University with a degree in . He brings hands-on experience from his time with Monash Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS), along with a diverse production background spanning stone work, wire forming, PCB assembly, and snowboard maintenance. That mix of technical training, practical manufacturing experience, and curiosity makes Joshua a great addition to the ACS team.

💬 “I’m excited to join ACS Australia as a composites technician and further develop my skills in composite manufacturing & engineering. The opportunity to work with advanced materials in high quality projects alongside the ACS team is incredibly valuable. Keen to see what the future has in store for me.”

Welcome to the team, Joshua. We’re excited to have you on board.

🇦🇺 Advanced Composite Structures Australia is pleased to have exhibited at Sea-Air-Space Expo 2026, the premier U.S. maritime defence exposition, held 19–22 April 2026 at the Ga***rd National Resort & Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland.

We’re delighted to have Paul Falzon and Mathew Stoessiger representing ACS Australia on the Australian Government Team Defence Australia stand, engaging with global defence leaders, industry partners and military decision-makers across the sector.

A few highlights from the event so far:
🤝 Meeting with key organisations including Lockheed Martin and L3Harris Technologies
🌏 Showcasing Australian advanced manufacturing capability on the international stage
⚓ Exploring opportunities across maritime security, autonomous systems and shipbuilding
🐨 Sharing a little Australian charm - with our koalas proving very popular!

provides an outstanding platform to strengthen partnerships, spark new conversations, and highlight the role Australian industry can play in supporting next-generation defence capability.

🌏 Advanced Composite Structures Australia will be exhibiting at Sea-Air-Space Expo 2026, the premier maritime exposition in the United States, bringing together global leaders, industry partners, and decision-makers.

Representing ACS Australia at this year’s event will be Paul Falzon & Mathew Stoessiger, engaging with international partners and exploring opportunities across , and systems.

As part of Team Defence Australia, we will be showcasing our advanced composite engineering and manufacturing capabilities - supporting next-generation platforms across air, surface, and sub-surface domains. From autonomous systems to hypersonics and satellite communications, ACS Australia continues to deliver high-performance, sovereign solutions for Defence and global partners.

📌 Visit us at the Team Defence Australia Pavilion – Prince George's Exhibition Hall A-E Booth 1537
📅 20–22 April 2026
📍Ga***rd National Resort & Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland, USA

Sea-Air-Space is a key platform for strengthening international collaboration, supply chain integration, and export pathways, particularly within the US defence ecosystem and allied partnerships.

We look forward to connecting with partners, primes, and collaborators across the maritime and defence domains.

👏 Celebrating our two DIIP - Defence Industry Internship Program Interns 2025/2026 - Oliver Lancaster and Luke O'Brien.

The DIIP plays a critical role in connecting emerging talent with Australia’s industry, providing hands-on experience that directly contributes to building .

Over the 2025/2026 intake, Oliver and Luke were embedded within our engineering and teams, gaining practical exposure to real-world Defence engineering projects. As highlighted by supervisor Bernadette Grant: “The Defence Industry Internship Program is a fantastic opportunity to introduce emerging engineers to the real-world challenges and innovations within the Defence sector. Oliver and Luke have both shown strong enthusiasm and curiosity, and it’s rewarding to see them developing their practical engineering skills while contributing to our projects.”

ACS Australia remains committed to supporting programs like DIIP that strengthen Australia’s future engineering workforce and Defence capability - learn more about the program here: https://diip.com.au

🔧 We welcome Zac Hanna-Leeson to the team at Advanced Composite Structures Australia!

Zac joins ACS Australia as a , bringing valuable hands-on experience from the marine industry. Prior to joining ACS Australia, Zac worked for five years in ship building, specialising in structural repairs and paint refinishing, developing strong practical skills in structural restoration.

💬 “I really appreciate the opportunity ACS Australia has given me to expand my skills carried over from being in ship building. I am looking forward to the future ahead working alongside such a specialised team that will help me excel in my work.” - Zac Hanna-Leeson

Please join us in welcoming Zac to the ACS Australia team🚀

👏 We welcome Sarah Harte to the team at Advanced Composite Structures Australia!

Sarah joins ACS Australia as our new Accounts / Administration Assistant, supporting the team across day-to-day operations and helping ensure the smooth running of our growing organisation.

💬 “I’m excited to be joining Advanced Composite Structures Australia as an administration assistant. With a background in business services and administration, I look forward to supporting the team and contributing to the day to day running of the business.” – Sarah Harte

Please join us in welcoming Sarah to the ACS Australia team!