Defence Ipswich Strategic Summary 2018-2023

11 Image © Boeing Defence Australia 2018 STRATEGIC GOAL 5 Enhance defence industry, government, academic and entrepreneurial collaboration and innovation. Defence Ipswich will establish the conditions for increased participation in the defence industry through strategic collaboration and enhancing capabilities of multidisciplinary businesses in the region. Enhanced cross-sectoral collaboration will create the unique opportunity for Ipswich businesses as Australia’s next-generation defence suppliers. Greater collaboration and a clear focus on advanced manufacturing, research and development and innovation will grow a resilient and diversified defence- and export-ready supply chain and encourage the development of an industry-academia skills-based ecosystem in the region. INITIATIVE A: Support the Queensland Government establishment of a defence supply chain logistics hub in Ipswich. INITIATIVE B: Facilitate the creation of a defence industry technology and research precinct in Ipswich with a priority focus on autonomous technology, materials, robotics, analytics, cyber technologies and research. This innovation precinct will connect investment across sectors, build on the region’s historical manufacturing and sustainment capabilities and align with the goals and aspirations of Ipswich as a smart city. INITIATIVE C: Work with CIDIAC and key industry partners to provide strategic direction and engagement for the establishment of a defence industry technology and research network. 5