Connect with industry and government

Defence Q gives defence investors a clear and coordinated pathway into government, providing access to strategic connections, project support and investment opportunities across Queensland.

We work across government, industry and research to help businesses:

• identify opportunities
• build strategic connections
• navigate available support.

Whether you’re exploring investment opportunities, entering Defence supply chains, expanding your operations or seeking new partnerships, Defence Q can help connect you with the right people, programs and opportunities.

Contact Defence Q via:

• +61 7 3452 7100 or 13 QGOV (13 74 68)
• defenceq@dsdip.qld.gov.au

Or subscribe to our Defence Q industry update.

How Defence Q can help

Defence Q supports businesses at every stage of their defence journey in Queensland.

Industry can access:

• coordinated engagement across government and government-owned corporations
• project facilitation to help navigate approvals and accelerate delivery
• assistance in identifying suitable sites and development pathways
• access to supply chains, local suppliers and industry networks
• strategic introductions to business, research and government partners.·

Defence Q's support is complemented by targeted government initiatives, including the $180.6 million Sovereign Industry Development Fund, helping strengthen Australia's sovereign industrial capability.

More information is available in the Defence Q Prospectus ( 2.5 MB).

Industry connections

Connect with industry and find out about workshops, events and opportunities through industry hubs, peak bodies, and networks:

• Queensland Defence Industries Capability Directory
  Search for Queensland companies with specialist capabilities for the defence supply chain.
• Australian Industry & Defence Network
  Australia’s industry association representing SMEs in the defence sector.
• Australian Industry Group (Ai Group)
  Representing, helping and advocating for Australian businesses.
• Defence Industry Networking LinkedIn group
  An informal forum for industry stakeholders to connect.
• Defence in Business
  DIB connects businesses and active and former Service members in Australia through tailored networking, education and career opportunities.
• Defence Materials Technology Centre
  A not-for-profit company focused in advancing Australia’s sovereign industrial base
• Queensland Artificial Intelligence Hub
  Connects founders, tech experts, entrepreneurs, SMB’s, and researchers.
• Queensland Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Hub
  Helps businesses design, test & deploy advanced technologies.
• Robotics Network Australia
  Not-for-profit organisation to support the robotics industry.
• Queensland XR (immersive technologies) Hub networking and events
  Creating connection and collaboration for the extended reality industry.
• Queensland Defence Science Alliance supporting collaboration between research and industry
  Funds, nurtures, and propels communication and collaborations between members and stakeholders.

Government connections

• Defence Q Prospectus
  A guide to the capabilities and opportunities on offer in Queensland’s defence industry.
• Subscribe to the Defence Q industry update
  Updates on funding opportunities, events and industry news
• Queensland Manufacturing Hubs
  On-the-ground support and intelligence for manufacturers across the state
• Intellectual property for Queensland businesses
  Advice on managing intellectual property assets
• TAFE Queensland
  140 years of experience delivering quality vocational education and training
• Trade and Investment Queensland
  Queensland Government’s dedicated global business agency for international investment and trade.
• Queensland Government Grants
  Find Queensland Government grants and assistance programs that may help you.
• Commonwealth Government Grants
  Information, grants, services and support from across government to help your business succeed.

Defence connections

• Defence Export Controls
  Information and support related to Australian defence and strategic exports
• Office of Defence Industry Support
  For small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to engage with Defence
• Defence Industry Grants
  Defence provides a range of grants to support industry.
• JOSCAR
  Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register streamlines connections between buyers and sellers.
• The Australian Defence Digital Industry Matrix (ADDIM)
  ADDIM reveals market capability to project teams and automatically notifies suppliers when a project fits their people, products or materials.
• Industry Capability Network (ICN) Gateway
  ICN Gateway provides a connection between major projects and suppliers.
• AusTender
  AusTender is the centralized publication of Australian Government business opportunities, annual procurement plans and contracts awarded.

Upcoming events

• Land Forces 2026
  Australia’s premier land-based defence capability industry event.

Previous events

• Previous events
  Events that Defence Q has participated in:
• Avalon
  Find out how we're involved with the biennial Avalon event - the essential aviation, aerospace and defence showcase for Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
• Land Forces
  Showcasing technology, equipment and services related to the land defence sector and attracting key local and international defence personnel, government representatives, equipment suppliers and industry leaders in the field of land warfare capability.
• Indo Pacific
  Indo Pacific is the region’s premier commercial maritime and naval defence exposition, connecting Australian and international defence, industry, government, academia and technology leaders, in the national interest.
• International Astronautical Congress: IAC 2025
  A prestigious event where the world’s space community gathers to access the latest advancements and trends, academic works, industry connections and partnership opportunities
• MRO Asia-Pacific
  MRO Asia-Pacific is the region's premier event for maintenance, repair and overhaul.