UPDATE: FINAL WEEK to apply for up to $250,000 in AI support

Queensland manufacturers have been given extra time to apply for the Queensland Manufacturing AI Uplift Trial Program, with expressions of interest closing COB Friday 6 November 2026.

The program provides up to $250,000 as 80% co-funding into fully delivered AI services to eligible manufacturers. ARM Hub engineers will work directly with successful businesses to identify a practical AI use case, then build, deploy and measure the solution. 

Who should apply

The program is open to Queensland manufacturers with:

• Between five and 500 full-time equivalent staff
• At least half of those staff based in Queensland
• At least two years' continuous operation in Queensland
• A clear AI use case and a practical pathway to deployment.

At least one Flagship Project will be awarded to a regional Queensland manufacturer, defined as a business located outside Greater Brisbane.

What happens next

Shortlisted applicants will work with ARM Hub to develop an AI roadmap at no cost. A joint ARM Hub and Queensland Government panel will then assess the roadmaps and select the Flagship Companies, who will share in up to $750,000 in co-funding support.

Key dates:

• EOI closes: COB Friday 6 November 2026
• Shortlisted companies announced: By end November 2026
• Roadmaps delivered: November-December 2026
• Flagship Companies announced: By end January 2027
• Projects commence: March 2027

Don't leave it to the last day!

With the FINAL deadline confirmed as 6 November, manufacturers interested in applying should find out more,  review guidelines and submit their EOI early via ARM Hub on this link: Queensland Manufacturing AI Uplift.

About ARM Hub
The Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Hub is one of Australia's four government-backed AI Adopt Centres. Based in Brisbane, ARM Hub partners with manufacturers, SMEs, researchers, and technology companies to drive innovation and productivity through advanced automation and AI solutions.

Media contact: 
Mike Woodcock, Communications Director, ARM Hub
P: 0411 969 248
E: mike.woodcock@armhub.com.au

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