With the security picture in the Indo-Pacific shifting fast, Australia is rewriting its naval strategy from the ground up. In this sit-down, Commodore Jason Sears (Director General, Major Surface Ships) unpacks how and why the Royal Australian Navy is making the leap—from building sovereign warships to forging global partnerships and investing in new tech, new submarines, and a world-class supply chain.
Hear how Australia’s “strategy of denial” is shaping not just what gets built, but where and how, as the Navy transforms for a future defined by rapid change and uncertain threats. Whether you’re in defense, industry, or just fascinated by how countries actually adapt to a turbulent world, this conversation brings you right into the heart of Australia’s biggest naval shift in decades.