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IMF, Economics@ ANZ). Australia, and smarter end-results. Its research and
the State of Victoria in particular, is well- testing facilities focus on enhancing both
placed to take advantage of this growth, manufacturing skills and products and new
with strong business and cultural links entrants to the industry are often
with Asia and with a time zone that pleasantly surprised by the depth of
straddles the Asian, European, and US research and testing facilities available for
business days. collaborative use.
Advanced manufacturing technologies
But what are the advantages are enabling Victorian-based operations to
for European manufacturing develop products requiring a high degree
companies seeking to exploit of transformation both quicker and more
these new markets? cost-effectively. Research and
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A versatile manufacturing base is a key development is enabling the integration of
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factor why businesses may choose to cutting-edge techniques and practices into
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locate in the State of Victoria, Australia the manufacturing process. The result is
with a flexible and highly skilled sophisticated end products with strong
manufacturing industry at their disposal. appeal for international markets.
Victoria prides itself on its versatile
manufacturing base, which has given rise to a flexible and Nanotechnology
innovative range of advanced manufacturing technologies. It Nanotechnology is just one of the key strengths in advanced
welcomes and supports new developments and niche manufacturing in Victoria. In particular, Melbourne has a
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opportunities - indeed, it is considered an ideal test market growing reputation as a pioneer in biomedicine,
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for low-volume customised products and test runs with high pharmaceuticals, instrumentation and materials. The city is
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design content. well positioned to grow its nanotechnology base with a
Whether in processing products or packaging them, broad range of industry capabilities, a strong network of
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Victorian manufacturers are looking for ways to produce world class universities and research clusters, and an
environment that fosters creativity and innovation.
One of Melbourne’s greatest strengths has been the
creation of a number of high profile nanotechnology
precincts where research and education organisations can
collaborate with industry. The research precincts include
universities, research institutes, hospitals and companies.
One such project is the Clayton Precinct, which is home
to The Australian Synchrotron - a critical analysis and
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