Darwin
Operations
NORSTA North is committed to offering quality services focused on maintenance attuned to the specific requirements of the marine environment of the Northern Territory.
The NORSTA North team works hand in hand with local suppliers and industry partners to blend a seamless method of service delivery and support. They coordinate the delivery of a wide range of maintenance programs, enhancing the operational availability of both the Royal Australian Navy, with the realisation of modern technologies combined with disciplined practices in project management.
2024 Launch
On the 31st of May, 2024, NORSTA North became officially operational. This marks a significant milestone in our commitment to enhancing maritime sustainment capabilities in the northern regions of Australia. Located in Darwin, NORSTA North has been awarded a five-year, $150 million Regional Maintenance Provider contract, reflecting our dedication to supporting the Royal Australian Navy and fostering local industry growth.
Operating out of the HMAS Coonawarra Naval base, we will be the key maintenance provider for:
- ADV Cape Capricorn
- ADV Cape Naturaliste
- ADV Cape Pillar
- ADV Cape Woolamai
Industry Focus
NORSTA North is an advocate for community outreach and economic development in the region as a result of workforce skills and development. In our operations, we engage in job creation avenues and ensure that we better the skill pool of the local employees to ensure a sustainable and robust maritime industry in Northern Australia, particularly in the Northern Territory.
NORSTA North's continued involvement in the community and investment in locally based training programs are proof that our contributions go far beyond mere naval sustainment and to generate enormous social and economic benefits for the local area. Our presence in Darwin supports the development of Defence operational capability, ultimately underpinning social and economic growth in the community.
Key Relationships
Norship Marine
Norship Marine is a diversified, privately owned and operated company, owned by the Varley Group, with a 70-year heritage across maritime, shipbuilding and engineering industries.
Norship delivers services across Australia and the South Pacific from two permanent sites in Cairns and Darwin. It offers the full spectrum of Shipyard and ‘Through Life Asset Management Services’; from concept, design, prototype, construction, and maintenance support through to docking, emergent repairs, complete refits, and disposals.
SECORA Australia
SECORA Australasia bring demonstrated success at delivering innovative enterprise solutions. Their strong Defence background provides them with context and expertise to deliver a functional and coherent Regional Maintenance Provider solution which realizes real world efficiencies and ensure the success of Plan Galileo.
Most recently, SECORA Australasia has delivered significant savings to the RAAF and provided leading edge safety solutions to RAN through innovative business structure expertise.
Nova Systems
Nova Systems is a 100% Australian owned professional service provider, specialising in the provision of engineering, management, and technology solutions.
Nova clients are provided with world class independent expertise in the delivery of complex projects. Nova has an Australian workforce of 660 employees and engages an additional 320 local supply chain partners throughout the country, creating and supporting thousands of jobs.
Austal Limited
Austal Limited is an Australian-based global ship building company and defence prime contractor that specialises in the design, construction and support of defence and commercial vessels.
Austal's product range includes naval vessels, high-speed ferries, and supply or crew transfer vessels for offshore wind farms and oil and gas platforms.
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