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Melbourne – Australian Defence Apparel (ADA) in collaboration with Private Brands is delighted to announce that their innovative ENFORCR+Ghost – The Next-Gen Duty Glove, has been awarded the esteemed Australian Good Design Award Winner accolade in the Product Design category. The Australian Good Design Awards is the country’s most prestigious international accolade for design and innovation. This recognition was celebrated at a grand ceremony held at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney, attended by over 1000 distinguished guests from design, architecture, engineering and business sectors.
The ENFORCR+Ghost glove, a product of an extensive two-year collaboration between ADA and Private Brands, showcases groundbreaking design and innovation. The glove offers 360-degree cut protection and unparalleled dexterity, specifically engineered to meet the rigorous demands of Defence and Law Enforcement professionals. This award underlines ADA’s commitment to excellence in design and functionality, setting a new standard for safety gear in high-stakes environments.
The Jury praised ENFORCR+Ghost – The Next-Gen Duty Glove, commenting:
Born from a Defence and Law-enforcement end-user requirement, the ENFORCR+Ghost glove provides 360-degree cut protection and dexterity for operating weapons and entry tools. The Jury commends the ENFORCR+Ghost for its exceptional design that combines comprehensive cut protection with high dexterity. It meets the rigorous demands of defence and law enforcement professionals, offering both safety and functionality in high-stakes environments.
Chris Dixon, CEO of ADA, said, “I’m very proud of all the teams involved. Winning the Australian Good Design Award is a testament to our commitment to innovation and quality in uniform and gear design. This accolade recognises our dedication to meeting the needs of those who serve and protect.”
The 2024 Australian Good Design Awards, themed “The Design Effect,” emphasised the crucial role of design in fostering sustainability and innovation. The 2024 Awards highlighted excellence across 12 Design Disciplines, covering more than 32 Categories.
The Awards recognise a diverse range of projects from Australia and abroad, encompassing architectural design, engineering, digital and communication design, and emerging fields such as design strategy, social impact and policy design – a new standalone category introduced in 2024. This year’s entries were rigorously evaluated by more than 80 distinguished Jurors from around the globe, including designers, engineers, architects, and industry leaders.
ADA and Private Brands’ collaboration perfectly exemplifies the transformative power of industry collaboration in design, aligning with the Awards’ focus on sustainability and innovation. This prestigious accolade reaffirms ADA’s position as a leader in the development and management of highly specialised Defence and Law Enforcement apparel.
For more information about ENFORCR+Ghost and other innovative products by ADA, please visit https://enforcr.ada.com.au/products/ghost-glove.
The Veteran Games, a proactive health initiative, was developed to address the critical findings of the Royal Commission on Defence and Veteran Suicide. By fostering community, purpose, and celebration of military identity, the games strive to improve the lives of current and future generations of Australian veterans. Tragically, over 1,600 Australian veterans have lost their lives to suicide in the past two decades, highlighting the urgent need for initiatives like the Veteran Games.
Australian Defence Apparel (ADA), a leader in protective solutions for Defence personnel, has announced the unveiling of DFNDR®, its revolutionary new brand of body armour and load carriage systems. The launch will take place at the upcoming Land Forces Expo, which will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from 11-13th September 2024.
Australian Defence Apparel (ADA) has officially opened its Commonwealth Hub in Canberra on Thursday 13 April 2023. The space will serve as a critical multi-functional site for personnel across the Australian Federal Police (AFP), the Australian Border Force (ABF) and Commonwealth clients.
ADA Chief Executive Officer, Mr Chris Dixon led the official opening and proceedings.
The 5000sqm central Canberra hub furthers ADA’s ability to provide greater efficiencies in total apparel management for 10,000+ personnel. Services include the design and engineering of uniforms and inventory management. Providing an overall improved wearer experience for the members, the space will also accommodate fittings, tailoring, returns and exchanges. To date, the hub has processed over 300,000 items for personnel within the AFP and ABF.
ADA are leaders in uniform technological advancement and total apparel management systems, a first responder core focus spanning defence, law enforcement, healthcare, government and corporate industries.
Chief Executive Officer of ADA, Chris Dixon said: “Centrally located in Hume, our facility is perfectly positioned to best support our Commonwealth clients. The official opening of the ADA Canberra Commonwealth Hub is instrumental in delivering on our commitment to combine leading textiles and new technologies to best serve our diverse clientele. We trust that the ADA Canberra Commonwealth Hub will allow ABF and AFP personnel to receive the highest quality care and service, complemented by high-tech apparel systems offering them an increased sense of pride and allow them to perform their duties with comfort and ease and take less time away from work duties.
“We are delighted to open this state-of-the-art, multi-purpose facility that includes an expansive showroom, store and warehouse facility office space. The facility provides a unique, seamless and special experience for fitting, kitting and distribution,” Mr Dixon said.
All attendees were given a formal tour of the facility, led by ADA CEO, Mr Dixon. There were exclusive opportunities for networking, meet and greets, photos, a first-look official tour of the hub, and refreshments provided.
ADA (AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE APPAREL PTY LTD) has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Award for “Leader in Textile, Clothing, and Footwear”. This is a remarkable achievement for the company as VMHOFA celebrates its 22nd year.
Today, ADA proudly announces a unique collaboration with the Australian Kookaburra Kids Foundation (AKKF), an organisation committed to empowering young people to thrive beyond the impacts of family mental illness; together, they are set to unveil and welcome ‘DIGGER’, the Plushie Pup with a Purpose.
Australian Defence Apparel (ADA) proudly announces an industry-first collaboration with Indigenous Design Labs (IDL), marking a significant milestone set to champion and showcase Indigenous youth creativity and community engagement.
Palmerston North's building its case as our Defence Force capital — along with nearby bases, it now has a new warehouse home to the nation's military uniforms.
All the kit a New Zealand soldier, sailor or aviator can wear or carry has started passing through Palmerston North’s newest distribution centre. ADA NZ’s leased warehouse near Milson Airport has been officially opened and is fully operational with room to grow the business.
Australian Defence Apparel New Zealand have celebrated a successful year working with NZ suppliers in providing menstruation products to the New Zealand Defence Force.
Soldiers in New Zealand were supplied period packs designed specifically to support field work and improve soldiers’ experience during their menstrual cycle while in the field.
ADA NZ which is a subsidiary of Australian Defence Apparel Australia, partnered with AWWA Period Care to produce sustainable period care products and donate profits to end period poverty in New Zealand.
ADA NZ research and development team program director Sarah Pender said the ADA NZ team sourced, supplied, evaluated and procured products to develop period packs for New Zealand Defence personnel.
“This is a positive change for soldiers who previously had no solution, as options were limited to single-use products or were difficult to dispose of while in combat,” Ms Pender said.
“We are proud to help create more inclusivity and to improve the mobility of personnel deployed on the field.
“This is another example of how ADA uses not only textiles and technology to protect our soldiers but is creative in addressing the range of needs for all who serve in the field.”
Made using eco-friendly and reusable products, the period packs include period briefs, reusable/washable pads, menstrual cups and wipes, and dry bags to protect and store the items in wet conditions.
ADA chief executive officer Chris Dixon said ADA supplies uniforms, ballistics and load carriage for military, police and healthcare organisations.
“It is projects such as this that evidence the diversity and evolution of ADA and reinforce our commitment to solving problems for our clients,” he said.
“We will continue to support local suppliers to promote sovereign and onshore capability and look forward to continuing these relationships,” Mr Dixon said.
At ADA, we understand that modern slavery is a complex and evolving challenge that requires our proactive engagement. This statement reflects the efforts we have made to prevent, identify, and mitigate the risks of modern slavery within our business and throughout our supply chain.
