German shipbuilder ThyssenKrupp is continuing to advance its case for the federal government's upcoming submarine contract, worth around $20 billion, partnering with Civmec to build a small demonstration hull in Perth.
The three groups bidding to build Australia's next fleet of submarines will come together for the first time to present details of their plans in a public forum in Adelaide.
The federal government's $89 billion spend for new naval vessels represents an opportunity for businesses at the Australian Marine Complex in Henderson, as energy and resources projects dry up.
