Security and prosperity at home is delivered at sea

The Council on Geostrategy is pleased to invite you to an exclusive breakfast discussion with V. Adm. Mark Hammond, Chief of Navy in the Royal Australian Navy.

This event will take place on Tuesday, 9th December 2025, from 7:45 to 9:15, at The In and Out, Naval and Military Club.

This session will focus on collaborative efforts between Britain, Australia and other allied and partner nations to address shared maritime challenges and exploring strategic opportunities to enhance security and prosperity for free and open nations. 

We look forward to your participation in this invitation-only important discussion.

Keynote speaker

Adm. Mark Hammond AO

Chief of Navy, Royal Australian Navy

V. Adm. Mark Hammond AO is Chief of Navy in the Royal Australian Navy. In this role, he is principal naval adviser on strategic affairs and provides advice to the Chief of the Defence Force and Secretary of the Department of Defence. Previously, he commanded the submarine HMAS Farncomb, and served as Deputy Chief of Navy followed by Commander of the Australian Fleet.

Sea Power Laboratory

The Sea Power Laboratory is the new generation research and engagement programme to generate maritime thinking. It fosters a systemic approach comprising political, policy, industrial and other stakeholders, to achieve strategic understanding of how Britain can mobilise and deploy sea power to promote national prosperity and protect the nation’s interests. The Laboratory tests new ideas, generates innovative policy recommendations, convenes key stakeholders from diverse backgrounds, nurtures a next-generation maritime community, and disseminates maritime discourse to the wider public.