EDGE Defence Joins JOSCAR-AU: Strengthening Defence Industry Compliance Across Australia and New Zealand

EDGE Defence is proud to announce its successful registration with JOSCAR-AU (Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register – Australia), a leading supplier compliance system for the Australian Defence, aerospace, and security industries. This major milestone highlights our commitment to high standards in compliance, risk management, and supplier performance across these critical sectors.

What is JOSCAR-AU and Why It Matters

JOSCAR-AU, administered by Hellios Information Pty Ltd, is an accreditation system used by major Defence primes and the Australian Department of Defence. It simplifies supplier onboarding by centralising essential data, reducing administrative effort, and ensuring alignment with sector-wide standards.

EDGE Defence’s accreditation means it now appears on a central register used by leading Defence organisations such as:

• BAE Systems

• Boeing Defence Australia

• Lockheed Martin Australia

• Raytheon Australia

• Saab Australia

This accreditation affirms EDGE's reputation as a reliable and compliant provider within the Australasian Defence supply chain.

A Message from Our Leadership

“We are excited to join the JOSCAR-AU community,” stated John Gell, General Manager at EDGE Defence. “This registration confirms our compliance capabilities and strengthens our collaboration with key Defence stakeholders. It reflects our commitment to providing solutions that meet and surpass expectations.”

Key Benefits of JOSCAR-AU Accreditation for Clients and Partners

The JOSCAR-AU platform covers several core areas of supplier assurance, including:

• Cybersecurity

• Health and Safety

• Trade Controls

• Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards

By registering with JOSCAR-AU, EDGE Defence offers its partners:

• Faster onboarding and procurement cycles

• Reduced duplication of compliance assessments

• Trusted supply chain assurance

• Enhanced visibility to prime contractors and government agencies

Supporting Defence Excellence Across Australasia

This achievement strengthens EDGE Defence’s ability to support both New Zealand and Australia’s Defence capability development. Our registration with JOSCAR-AU reaffirms our commitment to interoperability, innovation, and sovereign defence industry collaboration.

Whether through our ISR systems, modular power solutions, or integrated mission systems, EDGE Defence is positioned to deliver exceptional value to government, Defence, and national security customers.

Learn More

Visit our Capabilities page to explore how EDGE Defence supports mission-critical outcomes across land, sea, and communications domains.