Seven NSW manufacturers will showcase their products and expertise at this year’s Australian Manufacturing Week 2026 in Brisbane, with support from the NSW Government as part of efforts to promote the state’s advanced manufacturing sector.
The event, scheduled from 12 to 14 May, will bring together manufacturers, technology providers and researchers from across Australia to highlight developments in manufacturing and industrial capability, according to the NSW Government.
The selected businesses will exhibit through a dedicated NSW Government stand aimed at helping manufacturers connect with customers, investors and supply chain partners while promoting manufacturing capability across metropolitan and regional NSW.
The NSW Government said its participation aligns with broader efforts to support local manufacturing growth, innovation and export opportunities, including reforms to government procurement intended to create more opportunities for NSW-based manufacturers.
Investment NSW Executive Director of Industry and Investment David Camerlengo said the event would provide an opportunity to highlight the state’s manufacturing strengths.
“NSW has some of the most capable and innovative manufacturers in the country, and Australian Manufacturing Week is a prime opportunity to put them on show,” Camerlengo said.
“By supporting these businesses to exhibit together, we’re helping them build new connections, access new markets and demonstrate why NSW is the engine room of Australian manufacturing.”
He said the NSW Industry Policy was focused on supporting manufacturers to adopt new technologies, improve productivity and expand globally.
“The NSW Industry Policy is about backing industry for the long-term – supporting manufacturers to adopt new technologies, lift productivity and compete globally,” he said.
Among the companies selected to exhibit are Cochlear Ltd, which manufactures cochlear implant technology in Macquarie Park, and A&I Coatings, a Southern Highlands manufacturer of industrial coatings.
Other participating businesses include Moxon Industries, Novon Lighting, PGSR Pty Ltd, Resourceful Living Group and Safe Gauge Pty Ltd.
The NSW Government said businesses were selected through an expression of interest process for NSW-based manufacturers aligned with government priorities.
Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Executive Director of Regional Economic Development Craig Jenkins said regional manufacturers played an important role in the state economy.
“Regional NSW manufacturers are critical to our economy, providing skilled jobs and driving innovation in communities right across the state,” Jenkins said.
“Australian Manufacturing Week is an important opportunity for these businesses to showcase their capabilities, build new partnerships and access opportunities that support long-term growth.”
He said strengthening regional manufacturing would support more resilient local economies and create opportunities in regional communities.
Further information about the NSW Government’s participation in Australian Manufacturing Week 2026 is available via NSW Government Manufacturing Week page.
