Tasmanian businesses are invited to participate in trade shows and other industry engagement opportunities facilitated by the Advanced Manufacturing and Defence Industries unit, within the Department of State Growth.
Click on the 'Tradeshow' tab to see current opportunities and to register.
Advanced Manufacturing and Defence Industries, State Growth
The Advanced Manufacturing and Defence Industries unit in the Department of State Growth works with industry and business across Tasmania to support the growth of Advanced Manufacturing's economic potential and to pursue opportunities for Tasmanian suppliers in the defence industries sector.
The team is committed to providing direct in-market connections for Tasmanian businesses to grow in national and international defence marketplaces.
Trade missions and trade shows provide Tasmanian businesses with the opportunity to explore, expand and maintain meaningful partnerships and build brand awareness for their products and services.
Tasmanian businesses are required to complete a simple expression of interest (EOI) to participate in industry engagement opportunities. Click the 'Trade show' tab to view current EOIs.
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How to register for Tasmanian industry opportunities:
- To register for industry opportunities, you need to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) under the 'Tradeshow' tab. Once your EOI submitted, your registration will be confirmed by email. Please note some of the trade events offer only limited places.
- To submit an EOI, Tasmanian businesses must have an ICN Gateway company profile.
- If you do not have an ICN Gateway profile click here to register. A free ICN registration will enable you to submit EOIs and connect with project proponents.
- ICN registration takes approximately 20 minutes; A log-in will be provided upon verification of business details.
- Registration tip: Make sure you select all your business capabilities in the company profile and select to have email notifications to match your capabilities to receive information on project opportunities relevant to your business.
- Support and assistance are available through the web links listed below or by contacting Bruno Ferreira, ICN Tasmania - Industry Specialist: Bruno.Ferreira@stategrowth.tas.gov.au
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST ARE OPEN FOR TASMANIAN MANUFACTURING BUSINESSES TO JOIN THE 'AUSTRALIAN MANUFACTURING WEEK (AMW) 2025 INSIGHTS INTO EXCELLENCE TOUR' IN MELBOURNE VIC 6 - 9 MAY.
Tasmanian manufacturing companies are invited to submit an expression of interest (EOI) to participate in this Industry Insights Tour which includes attendance at AMW, informative site visits to some of Melbourne's leading manufacturers demonstrating innovation and advanced technologies in action, plus a tour at the Monash University's Innovation Lab and Monash Uncrewed Aerial Systems.
This tour provides opportunities to:
. Explore new technologies, the latest machinery and modern manufacturing innovation.
. Gain exposure to industry leaders and best practice in manufacturing processes, management and procedures.
. Collaborate with innovators, research organisations, and peers in the manufacturing industry, share insights and problem-solve.
The tour includes:
Attendance at AMW expo 2025
Site visits to industry leading manufacturers
University/research facility tours
Industry networking dinner
Accommodation, 3 nights from Tuesday 6 to Friday 9 May 2025 provided
Successful applicants that attend all tour activities will be eligible to claim a subsidy of up to $600 per business towards airfares and transfer costs.
Note: All other expenses are attendees' responsibility.
Tour overview attached will provide more detailed information (click on 'Scope doc').
Important: Limited places available.
Submit your expression of interest to be considered for this opportunity by clicking 'CREATE EOI' by 6 April 2025
Advanced Manufacturing Industry Insights Tours allow a non-threatening way for businesses to share knowledge and witness best practices. The aim is increased awareness and exposure of the diversity of the manufacturing landscape. It is also a great opportunity for cross collaboration within industry and for private sector and government services to interact together.
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.