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Queensland’s defence industries employ more than 6500 people, generated an estimated $6.3 billion in revenue in 2015-16 and secured $4.3 billion in Australian defence contract payments in 2016-17.1
The state is underpinned by a strong defence industrial base and world- class capabilities in a range of areas including aerospace support, ship repair and overhaul, heavy vehicle support and upgrades, command and control systems, reconnaissance and surveillance systems, unmanned vehicles, and cyber security. This positions Queensland at the front line of the defence industry in Australia and an innovative science and technology hub. |