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The Defence Industry in South Australia
of the world’s top 10 defence companies are in South Australia
growth in 2022-23 (highest growth per capita)
contribution to the economy in 2022-23 (almost double that of the nearest state per capita)
Defence SA is South Australia’s lead government agency for all defence industry matters
Defence SA’s mission is to grow investment and jobs from the Australian Defence Force and defence industries.
Working closely with Defence and industry, Defence SA targets investment and expansion opportunities, drives and supports the delivery of major defence projects and facilities, and pursues the location of additional Defence units and capabilities in the state.