Manufacturing businesses can access grants for modernising equipment, improving productivity, adopting advanced processes and breaking into export markets. Both state and federal programs target advanced manufacturing, supply chain resilience and workforce development — particularly for businesses that produce physical goods in Australia.
In Queensland, queensland's grant programs are administered through business queensland, advance queensland, qrida and a network of industry bodies including screen queensland.
Open programs
3 totalThe Queensland Government is investing $4.97 million to support Salvos Stores to establish a cutting-edge circular economy textile hub in Brisbane. The facility will install Australia's first automated textiles sorting and decontamination solution, with the ability to sort donated textiles into material type and remove buttons and zippers for further recycling and reuse.
Trade and Investment Queensland provides free consultation and support services to help METS companies export their solutions and services globally. Services include market intelligence, operational export support, access to government funding and grants, international connections with buyers and distributors, and exposure through international trade missions and events.
A matched funding grant program supporting Queensland-based manufacturers to innovate, adopt advanced technology, and create jobs. Eligible projects include facilitating export pathways, reshoring/onshoring manufacturing activity, improving productivity and competitiveness, and stimulating private sector investment.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Always verify current eligibility and deadlines before applying.