Advanced Manufacturing

South Australia is building on its long-term strengths in traditional manufacturing to develop advanced manufacturing expertise in a wide range of industry sectors.

Manufacturing is the State’s largest industry, accounting for more than 10% of its workforce, nearly 70% of exports and more than 40% of R&D expenses.

A technical skills base developed from years of success in the automotive and defence sectors is providing a sound platform from which new and existing manufacturers are responding to local and global events and moving into resources, cleantech and medical equipment.

As a result, South Australian manufacturers develop and produce goods as diverse as water recycling equipment, premium wine, cars and automotive parts, submarines, agricultural equipment, health and medical devices, defence equipment, consumer electronics, building materials and mining supplies.

Many are winning international acclaim for their innovative products and services, including AquaSpy, Futuris, Seeley International, GM Holden, SAGE Automation, Philmac, Redarc, Osmoflo, Papyrus Australia and Cavitus.

The State’s world-class research centres work closely with industry and businesses to ensure systems and practices incorporate the latest knowledge and technology.

This collaboration and other innovative alliances are giving South Australian manufacturing a distinct competitive edge.

Key manufacturing export markets include the US, UK, South East Asia, China, the Middle East, New Zealand and Canada.

Case studies
Precise Advanced Manufacturing Group
SAGE Automation Ltd

Key links
BioInnovation SA
Innovate SA
Defence Teaming Centre
Australian Industry Group
Federation of Automotive Products Manufacturers