Knowledge and innovation

Queensland has a dynamic knowledge-based economy which is stimulating growth in the transformative and innovative technology industries. With strong commercial expertise, high quality university research and development capability, a forward thinking government, the state is fast becoming a global technology hub.

There is strong global appetite for Queensland’s proven innovative solutions as organisations around the world are increasingly looking for smarter ways and new technologies to improve efficiencies across their business.

The state has a strong history in fostering innovation and recognising this as an important factor in driving economic prosperity and has invested heavily in science and innovation over many years. As a result, Queensland has developed a strong pool of talent and a growing industry of commercialised technologies that are either investment and/or export ready.