Driving Progress at the Armscor Supplier Information Day
- Business Sense
- 4 hours ago
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On March 26th, Imperial Armour, a leading manufacturer of body armour, was proudly represented at the Armscor Supplier Information Day in Johannesburg. The event served as a powerful platform for industry leaders to connect and chart a course for the future of South African defence.
Empowering the Next Generation
CEO Emily Elliott joined a vital panel discussion hosted in collaboration with WIDSA (Women in Defence of South Africa) and AMD (South African Aerospace, Maritime and Defence Industries Association). The session focused on:
Breaking Barriers: Identifying and removing obstacles to entry within the manufacturing and defence sectors.
Youth & Women Empowerment: Creating actionable pathways for the next generation of female and young leaders.
Industry Inclusivity: Ensuring the sector evolves to reflect a more diverse and innovative workforce.
A Vision for the Future
The day was marked by high-level engagement and a shared sense of purpose. While it was a privilege for the Imperial Armour team to engage with the Minister of Defence and the Director General, the true highlight was the energy on the floor.
Surrounded by visionary leaders and the inspiring faces of the industry’s future, Imperial Armour remains committed to fostering the passion and dedication witnessed throughout the event. Seeing the drive of new suppliers and young professionals reinforces the company’s mission to not only protect lives through manufacturing but to strengthen the industry from the ground up.
