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.
Aerospace and Defence
This area of the site contains information on the aerospace and space industries, including the Joint Strike Fighter Program.
Automotive
This area of the site contains information on the Australian automotive industry, including A New Car Plan for a Greener Future, Key Automotive Statistics and the Australian Government's Automotive Competitiveness and Investment Scheme (ACIS).
Biotechnology
This area of the site contains information on biotechnology.
Book Industry Strategy Group
This area of the site contains information about the Book Industry Strategy Group, a body which has been formed to develop viable strategies to assist the book industry in adjusting to a digital environment and to improve supply chain efficiencies.
Building and Construction
This area of the site contains information on the building and construction industry, including building codes.
Chemicals and Plastics
This area of the site contains information on the chemicals and plastics industry in Australia.
Information and Communications Technologies (ICT)
This area of the site contains information on the Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) industry in Australia.
Marine
This area of the site contains information on Marine Industries, including Australian Government policies to improve international competitiveness.
Nanotechnology
This area of the site contains information on nanotechnology in relation to innovative technology diffusion and investment and as an emerging industry.
Pharmaceuticals and Health Technologies
This area of the site contains information on the pharmaceuticals and health industries of Australia.
Pulp and Paper
A Pulp and Paper Industry Strategy Group has been formed to undertake a review of the pulp and paper industry in Australia.
Space
This area of the site contains information on Australian Government activities on space, including space licensing and safety.
Textile, Clothing and Footwear (TCF)
This area of the site contains information about the textiles, clothing and footwear industry, including details of government assistance offered.