Manufacturing
Manufacturing is one of the South West’s biggest industries – and there is room to further advance this sector.
South West manufacturing contributed almost $8.3 billion to State output in 2021 and accounted for 22.7 per cent of the South West Region’s total output, generating more than 9 per cent of regional employment.
Manufacturing also leads in regional exports, contributing 41 per cent of the South West Region’s exports in 2021 which were valued at $5.9 billion.
The manufacturing sector continues to expand and grow, particularly with value-added industries. Local manufacturers service the region, also providing high-tech services for international markets.
Opportunities exist for advanced manufacturing of products and services with an established and growing network of manufacturing and engineering businesses in the region.
We are working with local, state and federal government agencies, as well as industry stakeholders, to explore growth opportunities for this sector.
Investigations are underway for a proposed advanced manufacturing and technology education hub to support infrastructure for small to medium businesses to access.
Investigations are underway for a proposed advanced manufacturing and technology education hub to support infrastructure for small to medium businesses to access.
