Tag: Queensland Government
Qld backs maritime manufacturing with $4.5M investment in Brisbane defence dockyard
The Queensland Government has announced a $4.5 million investment in new heavy-lift infrastructure at Brisbane's Cairncross Dockyard, saying the funding will strengthen the state's defence and maritime manufacturing capability while supporting future ship maintenance and sustainment work.
Qld backs manufacturing with $18M investment in Brisbane biofuels project
The Queensland Government has announced an $18.56 million investment in a Brisbane-based biofuels manufacturing project, saying the funding will support the commercial deployment of locally developed waste-to-energy technology and strengthen the state's sovereign fuel capability.
Queensland manufacturing boost as Vecco signs on to Townsville processing facility
The Queensland Government has announced that Vecco Group has been secured as the foundation customer for the Queensland Resources Common User Facility (QRCUF) in Townsville following the completion of major construction, marking a milestone for the state's critical minerals processing and advanced manufacturing sector.
Qld backs drone manufacturing project with $3.05M funding
The Queensland Government has announced $3.05 million in funding for a drone manufacturing project in South East Queensland, supporting the expansion of local manufacturing capabilities for Australian-designed uncrewed aerial systems.
Qld launches regional business program with manufacturing, supply chain focus
The Queensland Government has launched a new program aimed at strengthening regional small businesses, including those connected to manufacturing and local supply chains, as part of its Small and Family Business First agenda.
Manufacturing-led growth as Queensland launches first graphite-to-anode site
The Queensland Government says manufacturing is set to play a central role in the state’s critical minerals ambitions, following the opening of what it describes as Australia’s first facility to convert raw graphite into battery-ready material in Townsville.
Qld invests in renewable diesel to support fuel security
The Queensland Government announced it will invest $25 million to support the production of renewable diesel at Ampol’s Lytton refinery, in a move it says will strengthen the state’s fuel security and local refining capability.
Qld reports progress on Energy Roadmap six months after launch
The Queensland Government says its Energy Roadmap is delivering progress on affordability, reliability and sustainability six months after its release, while also outlining further investment and development across the state’s energy sector.
Qld welcomes major investment in Kestrel Coal Mine acquisition
The Queensland Government has welcomed the announced acquisition of an 80 per cent stake in the Kestrel Coal Mine near Emerald, a move it says supports the long-term future of operations and employment at the site.
Queensland Export Awards 2026 to recognise manufacturing, export performance
The Queensland Government has opened applications for the 2026 Premier of Queensland’s Export Awards, with a strong emphasis on manufacturing as part of the state’s $138.9 billion export industry.
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