Semaphore: Sea Power Centre - Australia Publications

The Sea Power Centre Australia produces two main publication series: Papers in Australian Maritime Affairs and Working Papers. Papers in Australian Maritime Affairs allow for the distribution of substantial work by members of the Royal Australian Navy, as well as members of the Australian and international community, undertaking original research into regional maritime issues.

The following publications are currently available from the Sea Power Centre Australia.

Papers in Australian Maritime Affairs

No. 1

From Empire Defence to The Long Haul: Post-War Defence Policy And Its Impact On Naval Force Structure Planning 1945-1955.
By Hector Donohue

No. 2

No Easy Answers: The Development of The Navies of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh And Sri Lanka 1945-1996. By James Goldrick

No. 3

Coastal Shipping: The Vital Link. By Mary Ganter

No. 4

Australian Carrier Decisions: The Decision to Procure HMA Ships Albatross, Sydney and Melbourne. By Anthony Wright

No. 5

Issues In Regional Maritime Strategy: Papers By Foreign Visiting Military Fellows With The Royal Australian Navy Maritime Studies Program - 1998.
Edited by David Wilson

No. 6

Australia’s Naval Inheritance: Imperial Maritime Strategy and The Australia Station 1880-1909. By Nicholas Lambert

No. 7

Maritime Aviation: Prospects For the 21st Century. Edited by David Stevens

No. 8

Maritime War In the 21st Century: The Medium and Small Navy Perspective. Edited by David Wilson

No. 9

HMAS Sydney (II): The Cruiser and The Controversy in The Archives Of The United Kingdom. Edited by Peter Hore

No. 10

The Strategic Importance of Seaborne Trade and Shipping. Edited by Andrew Forbes

No. 11

Protecting Maritime Resources: Boundary Delimitation, Resource Conflicts and Constabulary Responsibilities.
Edited by Rachael Heath and Barry Snushall

No. 12

Reserved

No. 13

Future Environmental Policy Trends: Impact on Ship Design and Operation. Edited by Centre for Maritime Policy, University of Wollongong

Sea Power Centre - Australia Working Papers

No. 1

New Technology and Medium Navies. By Norman Friedman

No. 2

Struggling for a Solution: The RAN and The Acquisition of a Surface to Air Missile Capability. By Peter Jones & James Goldrick

No. 3

Medium Power Strategy Revisited. By Richard Hill

No. 4

The Development of Naval Strategy In The Asia Pacific Region 1500-2000. By John Reeve

No. 5

Maritime Strategy and Defence of The Archipelagic Inner Arc. By John Reeve

No. 6

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and The Future Navy. By Peter Ashworth

No. 7

Naval Cooperation and Coalition Building in Southeast Asia and The Southwest Pacific: Status and Prospect. By Chris Rahman

No. 8

Analysis of Contemporary and Emerging Navigational Issues in The Law Of The Sea. By Martin Tsamenyi & Kwame Mfodwo

No. 9

Seaborne Trade Flows In The Asia Pacific: Present And Future Trends. By Christopher Baldwin

No. 10

Asian Pacific SLOC security: The China factor. By Ji Guoxing

No. 11

Protecting The National Interest: Naval Constabulary Operations in Australia’s Exclusive Economic Zones. By Andrew Forbes

No. 12

Royal Australian Navy and Theatre Ballistic Missile Defence. By Tom Mueller

No. 13

The Timor Sea Joint Petroleum Development Area Oil and Gas Resources: The Defence Implications. By Matthew Flint

No. 14

The Enforcement Aspects of Australia’s Oceans Policy. By Barry Snushall

No. 15

Russian Naval Power in the Pacific: Today and Tomorrow. By Alexey Muraviev

No. 16

Royal Australian Navy Aerospace Capability 2020-2030. By Robert Hosick

No. 17

A Maritime Strategic Approach for Australia. By Richard Menhinick

PACIFIC 2004 - RAN Sea Power Conference

Following on from the success of the PACIFIC 2000 and PACIFIC 2002 International Naval and Maritime Expositions in which the Sea Power Conferences were an integral part, the third in the series; PACIFIC 2004, will be conducted at the Sydney Exhibition and Convention Centre from Tuesday 3 February 2004 to Thursday 5 February 2004 (inclusive).

The Royal Australian Navy’s biennial Sea Power Conference will be convened, in parallel with the PACIFIC 2004 International Maritime Conference and a comprehensive range of industry exhibits. The RAN Sea Power Conference will run for three days during the Exposition from Tuesday 3 February 2004 to Thursday 5 February 2004. Attendees will include defence personnel from Australia and overseas as well as delegates from industry, the strategic arena, politics and international relations amongst others. Over 800 delegates are expected to attend. For 2004 the Sea Power Conference is entitled:

“Positioning Navies for the Future”

PACIFIC 2004 promises to build on its past achievements to once again be an excellent forum. We intend to explore a comprehensive range of issues that focus on future maritime operations. Adaptation of navies to an increasingly demanding strategic, technological, cultural and economic environment, and how they might manage the personnel factor within a rapidly evolving maritime operations seascape, and just what that might be like, are but a few of the sessional themes that will engage interest. The event will again showcase not only Australian developments, but also what the region and the world have to offer. On show at the Exposition surrounding the Conference will be displays of the very latest naval and maritime technologies. This will also facilitate opportunities for valuable discussions between potential defence customers and suppliers.

Noteworthy defence personnel and experts from Australia, the region and further afield will be presenting over three days, with significant opportunities provided in the Conference Program for delegates to visit the Exposition displays. It is the flagship Conference on maritime issues for the Royal Australian Navy and is expected to draw considerable attention from across the world’s professional maritime community, in terms of industry, commercial, Defence and security interests.

General Information

• Fully retired: not undertaking regular full or part time employment.

The registration fee includes lunches, morning teas, afternoon teas, happy hours, satchel, all official documentation, attendance at the RAN Official reception, and access to the Pacific 2004 Exposition.

RAN Official Reception: The Official Reception will be held in the Tumbalong Ballroom at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre from 1800-1930 on Tuesday 3 February 2004. Delegates will be entertained by the RAN Band, whilst enjoying canapés, beer and wines. Additional tickets can be purchased at $85.00 per person.

Pacific 2004 Harbour Cruise: This is an optional event for RAN Sea Power Conference delegates, conducted 1215-1500 on Monday 2 February 2004. The cruise around Sydney Harbour provides canapés and champagne, followed by lunch. The ticket price includes unlimited red and white wine, beer and soft drinks. Tickets cost $85.00 per person.

Pacific 2004 International Maritime Conference Cocktail Party: This is an optional event for RAN Sea Power Conference delegates, conducted at the Australian National Maritime Museum 1800-1930 on Wednesday 4 February 2004. Tickets cost $85.00 per person.

Parking: Parking is available at the Congress venue at $25.00 per day.

Registration: Those wishing to attend the Congress should complete the registration form and return it to the Congress Managers. Your registration application must be accompanied by payment, or your registration will not be processed or confirmed. Your registration and payment will be acknowledged in writing with confirmation of your requirements according to your registration form. You will not receive any further publications before the Congress. Your letter of acknowledgment will include any further advice necessary prior to your arrival at the Congress.

Registration forms are available by contacting the SPC-A Conference Coordination Cell as follows: Telephone: (02) 6287 6247 or (02) 6287 6635 Facsimile: (02) 6287 6426

Cancellations & Refunds: Cancellations before 15 November 2003 will incur a $20.00 cancellation fee. Cancellations before 15 December 2003 will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations after this time will receive no refund.