Defence Ipswich Strategic Summary 2018-2023

12 The ongoing capability development, growth and sustainment of defence and the defence industry is critical to maintaining Australia’s national security. As Australia moves towards building an innovative and resilient defence industry, key defence regions such as Ipswich will have a larger role to play in contributing to the national interest. Resilient and innovative defence industry growth requires participation from businesses and an integrated ecosystem close to defence assets, including the bases. Ipswich holds the assets and the vision required to play a significant role in supporting the development of a dynamic and innovative defence industry both domestically and globally. This will be done by championing defence, developing partnerships and adopting a Triple Helix Model of collaboration between industry, academia and government. Creating a culture of collaboration and partnership across industry, institutions, state and federal governments and global value chains is critical to the Defence Ipswich vision of maximising the economic benefits derived from defence investment in the region. The benefits of an industry-driven strategy mirrors the expectations of business and community and enables resilience and global connection. The Defence Ipswich Strategic Summary 2018–2023 provides the platform and guidance for a targeted approach to growing the economic contribution of the Ipswich defence sector and related industries. It will be supported by an action plan detailing the initiatives aligned with the strategic goals as set out in this summary. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The Defence Ipswich Strategic Summary 2018–2023 has been endorsed by The City of Ipswich Defence Industry Advisory Committee (CIDIAC) and is supported by: The Department of Defence The Department of State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning The Centre for Defence Industry Capability This summary is an exemplar of collaborative engagement with a variety of stakeholders – from government, industry, academia and internally within Ipswich City Council. The authors would like to acknowledge the time and consideration these stakeholders provided during the development of this summary. Additionally, the authors would like to acknowledge the economic analysis provided by KPMG.