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CT Group announces appointment of General Sir Mark Carleton-Smith to expand AUKUS Offering

Maritime December 5, 2023

CT Group, the international Research, Intelligence, Campaigns and Advisory consultancy founded by Sir Lynton Crosby AO, has announced the appointment of General Sir Mark Carleton-Smith GCB CBE DL as Senior Advisor.

Formerly the Head of the British Army who served as Chief of the General Staff between 2018 and 2022, Sir Mark will support CT’s new AUKUS Advantage offering, alongside CT Group’s wider defence and strategic advisory work.

Launched in October 2023, CT Group’s AUKUS Advantage is a premium service to help clients secure long-term business advantages from the AUKUS framework.

Sir Mark Carleton-Smith joins CT’s expert defence team who work with clients across the globe to help stimulate allied technological innovation, remove barriers to entry and enhance research. Sir Mark’s expertise and experience will further grow this offering.

General Sir Mark Carleton-Smith GCB CBE DL, Senior Advisor, CT Group, commented: “Allied defence partnerships, such as AUKUS, are of crucial and unique importance set against the backdrop of strategic volatility in today’s global security environment.

“Defence industries can play a pivotal role in reinforcing long-term security through international collaboration. CT Group’s market-leading proposition, international platform and global network is a unique opportunity for the international defence sector. I’m delighted to be joining as Senior Advisor to support CT’s global client base.”

Jon de Jager, Managing Director, CT Group said:“Sir Mark’s extensive experience will be invaluable in supporting our clients to leverage opportunities under the AUKUS partnership.

“Lasting success for AUKUS in ensuring regional stability relies on industries taking advantage of the global opportunities it presents, not just for defence but across energy, infrastructure and the wider advanced technologies related to Pillar 2.

“Sir Mark’s appointment will bolster our unique global network which delivers an unrivalled wealth of experience and advice for our clients.”

With a global presence, including offices in the three AUKUS geographies of Australia, the United States and the United Kingdom, AUKUS Advantage harnesses extensive networks and knowledge across government, defence and intelligence, as well as wide-ranging commercial and procurement experience.

Recent global polling by CT Group finds continuing high public support across Australia, the UK, and the US for increased allied cooperation to respond to a deteriorating strategic landscape.

Voters in all countries recognise the world faces rising global instability, driving up the cost of living. They believe that international alliances, such as AUKUS, are a critical means of preventing escalation.

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Post written by: Matt Brown