Deadline Date: April 16, 2026
The Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Grants Program is a Queensland Government initiative designed to strengthen the competitiveness, productivity, and resilience of small to medium manufacturing businesses across the state.
The program focuses on supporting manufacturers to adopt advanced manufacturing equipment and Industry 4.0/5.0 technologies, expand into new markets, improve productivity, facilitate export pathways, reshore or onshore activity, stimulate private sector investment, and secure long-term growth and high-value employment in Queensland.
The program provides a total funding pool of $79.1 million over three years, delivered through six competitive rounds, with Round 1 allocating $12.5 million in matched funding. Grants range from $100,000 to $1,500,000 per project, with applicants required to provide at least 50% cash co-contribution. Payments are generally made in arrears against milestones, with an upfront payment of up to 20% possible subject to security and program conditions.
Eligible applicants include Queensland-based small to medium manufacturing enterprises that derive the majority of turnover from manufacturing activities (ANZSIC Division C), employ between 5 and 200 full-time equivalent employees, have operated in Queensland for at least three consecutive years, and hold an active ABN and GST registration. Government entities, not-for-profits, charities, and partnerships are generally ineligible.
The program is suitable for a broad range of manufacturing subsectors, including food and beverage, metal products, machinery and equipment, chemical products, and other eligible manufacturing activities, provided projects meet the focus on advanced technologies and deliver measurable benefits in productivity, competitiveness, export, or reshoring outcomes. Projects should be ready to commence with clear implementation plans, timelines, and risk management in place.
For more information, visit Queensland Government.
