The Queensland government is investing $750,000 through its ARM Hub to help eligible manufacturers identify and implement artificial intelligence solutions.
The Queensland Manufacturing AI Uplift trial will support participating businesses to apply AI to practical challenges, with the program targeting competitiveness, growth, and workforce capability.
Manufacturing Minister Dale Last said the investment would help businesses put AI to work on the factory floor.
“Queensland manufacturers are already leading in innovation, and this investment will help more businesses put AI to work on the factory floor,” Last said.
“We’re backing manufacturers that are ready to adopt AI to improve productivity, boost competitiveness and grow their businesses.”
ARM Hub CEO Professor Cori Stewart said the program would focus on practical applications rather than AI adoption for its own sake.
“Artificial intelligence is already transforming advanced manufacturing globally, and this program is about making sure Queensland manufacturers have the capability and confidence to take advantage of that transformation,” Stewart said.
“For many manufacturers, the challenge isn’t understanding that AI presents an opportunity – it’s knowing where to start and how to apply it in a way that delivers genuine value to their business.”
Stewart said ARM Hub would work directly with manufacturers to identify applications capable of improving productivity, strengthening competitiveness and building workforce capability.
Expressions of interest are now open to Queensland manufacturers seeking support through the program.
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