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 Project.

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 the Australian Government's
National Bioinformatics Strategy and the Biotechnology Centre of Excellence (Australian Stem Cell Centre).

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.

Furnishing
This area of the site contains information on the furnishing industry in Australia, including country of origin guidelines and a study on improving the trade performance of the Australian furnishing industry. 

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.

Medical, Surgical and Optical Equipment
This area of the site contains information on the medical products and pharmaceutical industries and Australian Government regulatory controls.  

Nanotechnology
This area of the site contains information on nanotechnology in relation to innovative technology diffusion and investment and as an emerging industry.  

Pharmaceuticals
This area of the site contains information on the pharmaceuticals and medical products industries and Australian Government activities, including the Pharmaceuticals Partnerships Program (P3).  

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.

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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 & Services, and Specific Industries and sectors links.