SAHR and Defense Trade Solutions Sign Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to Strengthen U.S.-Australia Defense Collaboration

Defense Trade Solutions (DTS), a U.S.-based leader in defense trade advisory and managed services and SAHR, a veteran-owned, Australian defense consultancy specialized in global trade compliance and commercial advisory, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing support for defense companies across Australia and the United States.

This collaboration brings together SAHR’s deep expertise in Australian defense consultancy, export controls, procurement, and Defense Project Delivery. SAHR’s team has over 200 years of collective experience supporting the Defense sector, complemented by DTS’s specialized services in Security Cooperation, Technology Security & Foreign Disclosure, Global Trade Authorizations, and Global Trade Compliance. The partnership aims to provide comprehensive solutions to defense clients navigating complex regulatory environments in both countries.

The MoU outlines joint initiatives to assist U.S. and Australian defense companies in the following areas:

• Achieve compliance with export control regulations (i.e. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and AUS export controls), including extraterritorial requirements; and
• Navigate changes in export policy and reform across both countries; and
• Facilitate seamless entry into the defense supply chains for either country; and
• Facilitate easier U.S. to AUS technology transfers; and
• Support international procurement and manufacturing

By leveraging their combined strengths, SAHR and DTS intend to streamline operations for clients engaged in the above bilateral defense projects or initiatives, particularly in the context of evolving frameworks like AUKUS.

“This partnership represents a significant step towards fostering closer defense industry collaboration between Australia and the United States,” said Shashank Ramakrishna, Co-founder at SAHR. “By combining SAHR’s extensive Defence Project Delivery expertise and local industry experience with DTS’s industry leading ITAR and US export policy knowledge, we can offer unparalleled support to our clients.”

Steven Casazza, President at Defense Trade Solutions, added, “Our alliance with SAHR enhances our ability to serve clients involved in U.S.-Australia defense initiatives. Together, we are committed to facilitating international growth for our clients, as well as operationalize export control requirements.”

Both DTS and SAHR are already actively supporting clients involved in various AUKUS initiatives. This new partnership enables the two companies to further enhance their collaboration, ensuring clients can efficiently navigate the unique compliance requirements and complexities associated with AUKUS-related programs, particularly in facilitating secure and compliant technology transfers between Australia and the United States.

The partnership is expected to play a pivotal role in supporting defense companies as they navigate the complexities of international defense trade, ensuring compliance and promoting innovation in defense capabilities.

ABOUT SAHR

SAHR is a veteran-owned Australian consultancy with over 25 staff and more than 200 years of collective experience in the Defense sector. Specializing in export controls, procurement, and Defense Project Delivery. Since 2019, SAHR has provided expert guidance to clients within the Australian Government’s Department of Defence, defense-related organizations across all five Australian Defence Force domains, and private industry.

ABOUT DEFENSE TRADE SOLUTIONS

Defense Trade Solutions (DTS) is a U.S.-based provider of professional services to the defense industry, focusing on Security Cooperation, Technology Security & Foreign Disclosure, Global Trade Authorizations, and Global Trade Compliance. DTS assists clients in navigating complex export processes, safeguarding sensitive technologies, and driving global security initiatives.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

SAHR
Harry Singh
Co-founder
harry.singh@sahr.com.au
(+61) 044-991-1778

Defense Trade Solutions
Chanel Miller
Director, Growth & Strategy
cmiller@defense-trade.com
(+1) 954-661-1555

For more information, please visit https://sahr.com.au and https://defense-trade.com.