Defence
Investing in Defence
With a culture of entrepreneurship, collaboration and embracing new ideas, South Australia is the logical location for companies operating in the defence sector. By investing in South Australia, your business will be at the epicentre of the latest in technology advancements, surrounded by like-minded companies and research and development institutes working at the cutting-edge.
We have a proven track record of developing a highly skilled workforce to deliver major defence projects, and our partnerships with higher education facilities and technical colleges ensure the defence industry is a priority and stand us apart.
To learn more about building on an already strong Defence industry, view the Defence Sector Strategy.

Investment advantages
In addition to being the epicentre of naval shipbuilding in Australia, South Australia is fast-becoming a centre for defence cyber security innovation and skills. Home to a growing cyber workforce and a world-class industry capable of solving complex problems, the state is at the forefront of innovation and future defence requirements.
The Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre (A3C) is focused on building a cyber-skills pipeline to attract local, national and international investment and strengthen cyber resilience within the South Australian business community. The centre enables businesses, researchers and government to collaborate, while allowing cyber security devices, software and techniques to be introduced into the environment for certification or standards based testing to be performed.
Edinburgh Defence Precinct is a key national defence research, manufacturing and sustainment hub.

Connected ecosystem
With strengths in a range of defence relevant research fields, three world-class universities and Defence Science and Technology Group’s largest Australian operation, South Australia has a long history of success in collaborative defence research and development.

Innovation precincts
Collaboration is in our DNA here in South Australia. You will have access to some of the best innovation precincts where high-profile businesses, academia, industry bodies and government are co-located and working together.
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Defence and Space Landing Pad
Provides companies relocating to South Australia with affordable, short-term office facilities and relationship building opportunities.
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Edinburgh Defence Precinct
Edinburgh Defence Precinct is a key national defence research, manufacturing and sustainment hub.
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Lot Fourteen
Lot Fourteen is a space that fosters collaboration and innovation across sectors and disciplines, including defence and space, artificial intelligence, digital health, machine learning and robotics, cyber security and creative industries.
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Osborne Naval Shipyard
Osborne Naval Shipyard is the nation’s premier naval industry hub for companies pursuing opportunities in defence or commercial ship-building and ship sustainment projects.
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Technology Park
Technology Park is an established hub of defence and aerospace, advanced electronics, health, training, consulting, and information communication technology companies. Technology Park Adelaide provides a thriving environment for business collaboration and networking.
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Tonsley Innovation District
Tonsley is a hub for advanced manufacturing businesses and services specialising in high-growth sectors: health, medical devices and assistive technologies, cleantech and renewable energy, software and simulation, mining and energy services.
Resources
Industry Directory
The South Australian Defence Industry Directory showcases the breadth and depth of South Australian capabilities and makes it easy for organisations to find and connect with relevant businesses working within the South Australian defence sector.
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