The Coalition of the Capable: The Case for Cross-functional Collaboration in Marine Defence

If you are reading this, then you have probably spent a good deal of time on the deck of a boat. As anyone who has spent any time at sea understands, things can change – quickly. What are calm waters on the outset of the voyage can suddenly rise and become unpredictable from one moment to the next. It has recently become clear that the same holds true for certain geopolitical alliances. Canadian maritime defence operations, which traditionally benefited from trusted allies and foreign resources, are now facing isolationist attitudes and unpredictable, more costly supply chains. However, these challenges are now inspiring national defence policy-makers to pay more attention to the capabilities in our own backyard, offering a golden opportunity for regional marine technology companies to work towards a common goal.