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Established industry. Easy market access. Space to grow. Moreton Bay serves up more of the things you need to become the leader in your field.

Moreton Bay’s history of powerful growth is underpinned by the evolution of key established industries, including advanced manufacturing. In fact, it is the largest export industry in Moreton Bay, valued at more than $3.3 billion.41 In 2019/20, manufacturing contributed 29% of the region’s total exports.42 Moreton Bay’s advanced manufacturing industries include industrial engineering fabrication, marine product manufacturing/repair/maintenance, building materials and many other bespoke products. More businesses have been drawn to Moreton Bay for its easy access to key national and international markets, availability of premium space with room to expand, and access to a skilled workforce that is equipped to sustain emerging technologies. The Port of Brisbane and Brisbane’s domestic and international airports are within a 30-45 minute drive. The Port handles $50 billion in trade, including 95% of Queensland’s international container trade and approximately 50% of its agricultural exports.43 Many local advanced manufacturing businesses benefit significantly from well-established industrial precincts that are designed around their needs both today and in a future of emerging technologies. Brendale Industrial Precinct is Moreton Bay’s premier industrial precinct. Strategically located just off the Bruce Highway, it offers incredible supply chain logistics and export capabilities. Market access and a well-earned reputation for breeding industry leaders makes Brendale an Australian hub of advanced manufacturing. While advanced manufacturing continues to flourish across Moreton Bay, and indeed Queensland, existing and new universities and educational institutes feed skilled employees into the already abundant workforce. With 80% of local workers residing within the Moreton Bay Region, this demonstrates that skilled graduates are likely to be retained in local industries continuing to push further stability and growth.

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Businesses in the Moreton Bay Region are of high calibre, with over 78 active trademarks per 1,000 businesses in 2020.

$3.3B+

MORETON BAY’S ADVANCED MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY

$1.27B 9,839

EXPORT SALES PEOPLE EMPLOYED IN INDUSTRY

7%

TOTAL EMPLOYMENT IN THE REGION

ARROWES is a pioneer in roading safety, inventing lightweight portable solutions that play a central role in saving lives and reducing injuries.

ARROWES has taken advantage of Moreton Bay’s skilled workforce to expand its team, which now includes in-house engineering, design, development and manufacturing specialists. The team pioneered the eSTOPTM, eSAS, eBOOM, green modular solutions and Automated Cone Truck (ACT). They are used by road authorities, national traffic companies and Tier 1 infrastructure and construction companies across Australia and New Zealand. ARROWES engages with local universities and the industry to nurture innovation and provide high-value opportunities for the region’s talented graduates and highly skilled workers. Moreton Bay’s innovation ecosystem, skilled workforce and easy access to transportation infrastructure have all been key to ARROWES’ success.

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ARROWES has a strong commitment to CO2 reduction and an unwavering philosophy to avoid any non-recyclable raw materials, hazardous components or non-eco-friendly goods within its supply chain or design process. The company’s dedication to innovation and sustainability continues to cement its market leading position.

Australasia’s leading manufacturer of innovative roading safety technology Pioneered world-first Automated Cone Truck, Arrow Boards and more AAPA Queensland Safety Initiative Award winner

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