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The Department operates a number of programs designed to improve the efficiency and competitiveness of Australian industry. These pages include information about particular industry sectors, as well as themes and issues affecting industry as a whole. Further information is offered through the Programs and services, Specific industries and sectors, and Consultative forums links below.
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Agreements
Australia - US Free Trade Agreement - Technical Barriers to Trade
Summarises the content of Chapter 8 of the Australia - US Free Trade Agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade, for which the Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources is the Chapter Coordinator.
Australia-Singapore Mutual Recognition Agreement
Information about the Australia-Singapore Mutual Recognition Agreement on Conformity Assessment (Singapore MRA).
European Community - Australia Mutual Recognition Agreement
Introducing the European Community - Australia Mutual Recognition Agreement (EC-MRA).
European Free Trade Area - Australia Mutual Recognition Agreement
A description of the Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) on Conformity Assessment between Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein and Australia, with a link to the text of the Agreement.
Free Trade Agreements
Free trade agreements (FTAs) are an important aspect of the Government's integrated trade, industry and innovation strategies which seeks to actively foster dynamic, responsive and competitive Australian industries.
Mutual Recognition Agreements
Information about Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs) and their benefits to Australian business.
Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition Arrangement
Information about the Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition Arrangement (TTMRA).

Case studies
Supplier Access to Major Projects (SAMP) Australia Case Studies
The nine (SAMP) Australia Case Studies each feature a project and examples of Australian suppliers that have successfully competed against global companies to win work supplying to major projects in Australia and overseas.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
European Community - Australia Mutual Recognition Agreement: Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs about Australia's Mutual Recognition Agreement with the European Union.

General information
About Action Agendas
General information about Action Agendas - 1997 - 2008
APEC Sub Committee on Standards and Conformance - Terms of Reference
This page contains the Terms of Reference for the APEC Sub Committee on Standards and Conformance (SCSC)
APEC Sub-Committee on Standards and Conformance
Terms of reference and other information about the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Sub-Committee on Standards and Conformance (SCSC), formed in 1994 to deal with standards and conformance matters in the APEC region.
Built Environment Digital Modelling
The Built Environment Digital modelling working group is an ongoing initiative for the Built Environment Industry Innovation Council (BEIIC) and the Information Technology Industry Innovation Council (ITIIC).
Built Environment Industry Innovation Council
The BEIIC will act as a key advisory body to Government and as an innovation advocate for the built environment sector.
Built Environment Industry Innovation Council - Members
Membership of the Built Environment Industry Innovation Council
Built Environment Industry Innovation Council - Projects
Current activities of the Built Environment Industry Innovation Councill
Built Environment Industry Innovation Council - Stakeholder Engagement Activities
Stakeholder engagement activities for the Built Environment Industry Innovation Council
Future Manufacturing Industry Innovation Council
The Future Manufacturing Industry Innovation Council (FMIIC) is an advisory body to the Senator the Hon Kim Carr, Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research.
Future Manufacturing Industry Innovation Council Fact Sheet
The Council focuses on innovation-intensive, high value-add manufacturing. For example, those companies using advanced processes, materials and technologies, including the scientific and medical instruments industry, specialist engineering and aerospace.
Industry Capability Network Limited
Industry Capability Network Limited (ICNL) nationally coordinates the State, Territory and New Zealand Industry Capability Network (ICN).
Industry Innovation Councils
Industry Innovation Councils cover a number of industries. They provide strategic advice on innovation priorities to the Minister, champion innovation in industry and build connections with other organisations.
Industry Innovation Councils Framework
Industry Innovation Councils Framework
Information Technology Industry Innovation Council
ITIC will act as a key advisory body to Government on innovation in the ICT sector
Pulp and Paper Industry Strategy Group
Information about the structure and activities of the Pulp and Paper Industry Strategy Group.
Pulp and Paper Industry Strategy Group: List of Membership
Members of the Pulp and Paper Industry Strategy Group.
Pulp and Paper Industry Strategy Group: Terms of Reference
Terms of Reference for the Pulp and Paper Industry Strategy Group (PPISG)
Steel Industry Innovation Council
The Steel Industry Innovation Council provides strategic advice to the Minister on the sustainability and competitiveness of the Australian steel industry.
Supplier Access To Major Projects (SAMP) Program
The Supplier Access to Major Projects (SAMP) program funds networks and specialist consultants to work with project developers to identify supply opportunities for capable and competitive Australian suppliers.

Guidelines
CE marking of Australian products for export to the European Union
A guide for Australian manufacturers and exporters who wish to take advantage of market opportunities in Europe.
The European Union Standards and Conformity Assessment System - A guide for Australian Manufacturers and Exporters
A guide for Australian Manufacturers and Exporters for the European Union Standards and Conformity Assessment System

Industry fact sheets
Economic Structural Indicators data card
Data on: Industry contribution to Australian GDP; composition of Expenditure on GDP;Foreign Trade; Total trade shares; shares of the world GDP.
Global Economic Indicators Data Card
This data card contains information on GDP, inflation, interest rates, employment, exchange rates and net capital flows for key international economies. It covers 2008 calendar year.
Key Facts-Australian Industry 2008–09
This data card contains some key information on Australia's industries including investment, value added, exports and employment.
Key Facts-Small Business 2006–07
This data card contains some key information on Australia's small businesses including demographics, employment, counts by industry sector and contribution to GDP. It covers 2006–07.
Key Fiscal and Macroeconomic Facts data card
This data card contains information on Commonwealth and State Government budget incomes and expenditure. It also includes an economic and social snapshot which presents additional data on the Australian economy and society.

Media releases
Industry Innovation Councils Media Releases
Media releases covering the establishment and progress of Industry Innovation Councils.

Policies
Australian Industry Participation (AIP)
The objective is to maximise opportunities for Australian industry to participate in major investment projects and global supply markets in line with the Australian Industry Participation (AIP) National Framework.
Australian Industry Participation (AIP) Plan Guide for the EPBS
The objective of AIP Plans is to demonstrate how project proponents intend to provide full, fair and reasonable opportunity to Australian industry to participate in all aspects of their projects.
Australian Industry Participation National Framework
The AIP National Framework encourages Australian, State and Territory governments to adopt a consistent national approach to maximising Australian industry participation in investment projects, in Australia and overseas.
Australian Industry Participation Plans (AIP Plans) in Commonwealth Government Procurement
From 1 January 2010 tenderers for large Commonwealth Procurements will be required to prepare and implement AIP Plans.
Australia's Standards and Conformance Infrastructure
Provides information about Australia's standards and conformance infrastructure and links to bodies involved.
Boosting Australian industry participation
Fact sheet outlining Minister Kim Carr's measures to boost Australian industry participation.
Supplier Advocates
Supplier Advocates provide leadership to targeted industry sectors to champion Australian suppliers in the government procurement market, enhance industry competitiveness, improve tendering practices and increase the use of government programs
Trade - Technical and Regulatory Barriers
Information about technical and regulatory barriers to trade and the measures being taken to overcome these.

Reports
The European Union Standards And Conformity Assessment System
A practical introduction to the European Union standards and conformity assessment system.

Research
Background Paper 1 - Overview of Australian Industry
This paper, released in May 2007, sets out data which is relevant to Australian industry, identifying significant characteristics and trends, and placing them in a medium to long-run context.
Background Paper 2 - Australian Manufacturing Sector Trends. May 2007
This paper, released in May 2007, examines trends in the manufacturing sector, also reviewing each of the manufacturing sector's sub-sectors.
Background Paper 3 - Australian Services Sector Trends
This paper, released in May 2007, examines trends in the services sector, also providing data on employment, output and productivity for each services sub-sector.
Background Paper 4 - Drivers of Change in Australian Industry
This paper, released in May 2007, considers the drivers of change which have been shaping Australia’s economy, industries and firms.
Manufacturing Sector: Overview of Structural Change Industry Brief 2006–07
The Manufacturing Sector: Overview of Structural Change Industry Brief 2006–07 includes a selection of original research and articles that provide additional insight into structural change, innovation and international developments.
Population Ageing and Structural Adjustment
The future effects of population ageing on the Australian economy have been widely canvassed in recent years. This paper provides a complementary analysis in that it considers how the structure of the economy is likely to be affected.
Services Sector: Overview of Structural Change
This publication includes original research and articles that provide insight into structural change, innovation, productivity and international developments.
Understanding the Role of Key Socio-demographic Characteristics in Labour Force and Industry Employment Outcomes
The aim of this paper is to improve understanding of the impact of socio-demographic characteristics in labour force and industry employment outcomes in Australia.

Reviews
Industry Capability Network Limited (ICNL) and Supplier Access to Major Projects (SAMP) Australia Evaluation
Summary of the 2007 evaluation of the Industry Capability Network Limited and Supplier Access to Major Projects (SAMP) Australia programs.