Come and explore how DIN connects research excellence with Defence and industry needs.

Location: NSW Government stand (#198) 
Date: 29 September – 3 October 2025 

About Defence Innovation Network

The Defence Innovation Network (DIN) is a partnership of nine leading NSW and ACT universities, working together to accelerate Defence capability through collaboration. We help Defence and industry access cutting-edge research, talent, and facilities — fast-tracking innovation from idea to impact.

 

Why Partner with DIN?

✔ Access to a network of 9 universities with world-class expertise
✔ Track record of delivering Defence-relevant outcomes
✔ Bridging research and industry through targeted programs
✔ Attracting R&D funding to the State

Learn more

New South Wales is home to a thriving space and defence ecosystem, bringing together research excellence, industry strength, and government support.

  • – Advanced Manufacturing
  • – Robotics
  • – Satellites and Satellite Systems
  • – Space Situational Awareness
  • – Quantum

Key Projects

At DIN, we back bold ideas that shape the future of Defence and space innovation. Through our targeted funding programs, we help turn concepts into prototypes and early-stage ideas into breakthrough technologies.

Since 2018, we’ve invested over $12 million in 50+ collaborative projects, unlocking more than $200 million in external investment.

From world-first quantum sensors to next-generation AI and cyber solutions, DIN projects are driving innovation with global impact. Explore some of our standout projects below.

Our Partner Universities

Australian National University logo
Charles Sturt University logo
Macquarie university logo
University of New South Wales logo
University of Newcastle logo
University of Sydney logo
University of Wollongong logo
University of Technology Sydney logo
Western Sydney University logo