Geelong’s defence, aerospace and aviation industry
capability is set to be showcased to key international organisations and
decision makers at AVALON 2025 Australian International
Airshow and Aerospace & Defence Exposition.
The City of Greater Geelong and Deakin
University are joining forces to present a trade stand at the nation’s largest
international aviation and aerospace industry exposition from 25-28 March.
Geelong is one of Australia’s
fastest-growing regions, leading Australia in Gross Regional Product and job
growth over the five years to 2023.
Our region is fast becoming a key hub for
defence, aerospace and aviation-related activities, leveraging more than $200
billion in government spending, advanced manufacturing, research capabilities,
and strategic infrastructure to support industry growth.
We have room to accommodate defence
companies with plans for expansion or development, offering land for growth in
a strategic location, extensive transport infrastructure, world-class research
facilities and an ideal lifestyle.
Geelong’s UNESCO Creative City of Design
designation reflects our skilled workforce and proud history of advanced
manufacturing, engineering, and materials innovation.
Partnering with Geelong-based organisations
Air Radiators, KPMG, Avalon Airport, GMS Composites, The Gordon TAFE and RAPP
Australia, the trade stand will facilitate conversations, networking and
promote their defence, aerospace and aviation capability.
Geelong Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM
Thousands of people working in defence, government, aerospace and
aviation-related activities are set to attend the trade show.
We are thrilled to showcase Greater
Geelong’s defence industry capability on the world stage.
The team will be promoting the competitive
advantages our region offers with the aim of facilitating positive economic,
employment and educational outcomes for local organisations and institutions.
Cr
Trent Sullivan
The joint trade stand is the perfect platform to highlight our strengths to key decision makers from
across the globe.
AVALON
2025 will reinforce our region’s reputation as a strong advanced manufacturing
and innovation hub.
This
world-class event attracts international industry and government delegations to
the region, providing long-lasting economic benefits while showcasing all that
Greater Geelong has to offer.