The South Australia – India Engagement Strategy was released in October 2012. This Strategy in 2016 represents a refinement of the original strategy in view of changing circumstances in India and developments in South Australia. It is informed by the experiences of the past three years, especially those of the business community. The key changes…
According to a recent State Procurement Board report 90.2 per cent of the value of goods and services contracts, were let with South Australia suppliers in 2014-15. Minister for Small Business Martin Hamilton-Smith said this was an outstanding result considering the Industry Participation Advocate was created by the State Government in 2013. “The latest figures…
The State Government has launched a new guide for tenants and lessors of retail and commercial premises, which will provide guidance for tenants and prospective tenants on the key issues surrounding entering a commercial and retail property lease. Minister for Small Business Martin Hamilton-Smith said in the 2014/15 financial year, the Office of the Small…
Premier Jay Weatherill said today’s release of the 2016 Defence White Paper is a win for South Australia. “I commend the Federal Government’s long term, significant investment in Australia’s Defence Forces and recognition of industry as a fundamental defence capability,” Mr Weatherill said. “The White Paper outlines a raft of opportunities for South Australia including…
Buddy Platform, a US-based company providing crucial data processing infrastructure for the “Internet of Things”, is the latest technology leader to invest in South Australia. Investment and Trade Minister Martin Hamilton-Smith said Buddy Platform will establish its Australian headquarters in South Australia in a multi-million dollar investment which is expected to create up to 30…
The State Government’s newly established agency Investment Attraction South Australia has secured about 400 jobs in the State in its first four months. Speaking today at the inaugural Investment and Trade Statement event at the Adelaide Oval, Premier Jay Weatherill said the State Government has taken a bold, new direction for trade and investment with…
Up to 50 new jobs are expected to flow from a new wine bottling venture announced today by Premier Jay Weatherill. Australian Global Wine Services, in conjunction with Red Capital Pty Ltd, have announced plans to construct a large bottling, storage and container facility at Port Adelaide, which will cater predominately to the wine industry.…
A partnership between an innovative South Australian start-up business and a leading local manufacturer is expected to create up to 300 jobs within two years. ScreenAway, the developer of a unique type of retractable flyscreen and block-out blind system, has joined with automotive supply chain company Adelaide Tooling to manufacture the ground-breaking product at its…
Minister for Defence Industries Martin Hamilton-Smith said the Federal Government must deliver on its promise to build Offshore Patrol Vessels and Future Frigates in Adelaide. “The Offshore Patrol Vessels is a $5 billion project to build 10 ships starting in 2018 – this will secure more than 800 jobs and more than 7,000 man years…
South Australian businesses are off to a flying start in 2016 after receiving more than $415,000 in funding to help them engage with international markets. Minister for Investment and Trade Martin Hamilton-Smith said 22 companies secured funding in the latest round of the Export Partnership Program, including aviation, food and beverage companies and manufacturers. “The…
