Key facts
Defence expenditure in NSW exceeds $12.5 billion annually
NSW is home to over 80 defence facilities, including 21 defence bases and training areas
NSW accounts for 29% of Australia’s $2 billion aircraft manufacturing and repair services exports
Space industries and agencies in NSW generate up to 75% of Australia's space-related revenue generation
NSW is Australia's leader for space innovation and entrepreneurship, with 38% of all Australian space startups based in the state
41% of Australia's space businesses are based in NSW
Capabilities
The NSW defence and aerospace sector is underpinned by world class research institutions, a sophisticated industrial base, end-to-end supply chain capability, and the largest defence footprint (assets and personnel) of all Australian states.

Supplementing the supply chain is the depth of capability in adjacent sectors such as advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity. This ensures that sector requirements can be fulfilled without relying solely on Defence contracts and programs, with the added benefit of developing dual-use technologies.
Campaigns
The NSW Government is investing over $40 million to support our defence and aerospace network, through a range of targeted industry programs and financial incentives alongside the establishment of future-oriented innovation, technology, and advanced manufacturing precincts.




Funded programs

A space education initiative offering students the chance to explore the STEM field and the exciting capabilities of 3D printing technologies.

Physical space, resources, mentoring, and connection for the emerging space venture and researchers in Australia.

Supporting industry and research collaboration to solve valuable industry problems via the commercialisation of space related technologies.


Enhancing space industry capability through collaboration between the NSW Government and universities

Bringing together industry, universities, State Government and Defence to address Australia’s defence needs

Key services to grow local defence supply chains
Upcoming Funded Events
NSW supports and create co-exhibitor opportunities for the NSW Defence and Aerospace businesses to attend conferences.
Past Funded Events
Funded Events
NSW supports and create co-exhibitor opportunities for the NSW Defence and Aerospace businesses to attend conferences.
Sponsorships
NSW sponsors programs to achieve strategic outcomes for NSW and Australia.





Working with you
We are committed to driving investment, building talent pipelines and supporting the creation of highly skilled and sustainable jobs.
Investment NSW:
- supports access for NSW companies to procurement and supply chain opportunities both locally and internationally
- is responsible for industry attraction and expansion in NSW
- promotes the state’s industry and research capabilities.
Get personalised help
Investment NSW provides businesses with free:
- advice on NSW Government programs and approval processes
- connections with government and local business contacts
- identification of investment locations and potential partners
- facilitation of familiarisation visits.
Contact Investment NSW for free, personalised support to grow your defence company's footprint in NSW.