Rockingham is emerging as a major naval hub in the southern hemisphere, drawing the attention of HII executive Eric Chewning as the seaside town expands its defence significance.
The Western Australian town is becoming the biggest naval centre in the southern hemisphere, with HII now focused on Rockingham’s potential role in the sector.
Chewning has identified Rockingham as an important destination as the town rides a growing defence wave and looks set to strengthen its position as a naval centre.
