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
