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Made in the Pilbara: backing the region’s own manufacturers

Stimulating local manufacturing. Creating jobs. Driving innovation. A government and industry-backed program, delivered by CORE, helping Pilbara manufacturers localise production, adopt new tech and build long-term capability.

$500KTotal funding
112026 recipients
2Funding streams
$50KPer recipient cap
Made in the Pilbara, delivered by CORE with the Government of Western Australia (Department of Energy and Economic Diversification) and BHP
About the program

The Pilbara is more than a resources powerhouse

It’s ready to become Western Australia’s next great hub for advanced manufacturing, and Made in the Pilbara is the program built to get it there.

Two targeted funding streams provide direct financial incentives and practical support for small-to-medium manufacturers looking to scale and innovate in one of Australia’s most strategically located regions.

Two ways in

Funding streams designed for different stages

STREAM 01Up to $50K
Small Grants
Practical support for manufacturers ready to invest in equipment, digital upgrades, skills development and ESG readiness.
STREAM 02Proof-of-concept funding
Innovation Seed Funding
Seed funding for businesses trialling new technologies through proof-of-concept projects with industry partners.
Why the Pilbara?

The conditions are already here

01 · Resources
Close to iron ore, lithium and other critical minerals.
02 · Location
Direct shipping routes to key Asian markets.
03 · Infrastructure
Ports, rail, energy and transport ready for growth.
04 · Sustainability
Solar and wind to power low-carbon manufacturing.
05 · Workforce
Training and partnerships delivering advanced industry talent.
06 · Govt backing
Policy support, investment incentives, streamlined approvals.
2026 recipients

Eleven Pilbara businesses backed this round

Applications now closed
Australasian Belt ScrapersAustralasian Belt ScrapersAutomated polyurethane process line
Magellan PowertronicsMagellan PowertronicsRenewables built for the Pilbara
CNC SolutionsCNC SolutionsLarge-format CNC machining, Port Hedland
Conex (WA)Conex (WA)Renewable-powered EV charging station
Pilbara Project SpecialistsPilbara Project SpecialistsReal-time detection of wet & sticky ore
La BanchieraLa BanchieraAI-powered renewable energy engine
East Pilbara MaintenanceEast Pilbara MaintenanceAdvanced diagnostic & field upgrade
Jakarli Group / EK ContractingJakarli Group / EK ContractingDigital mechanical maintenance system
Hedland Eye CareHedland Eye CareCustom prescription safety eyewear
KBSS EngineeringKBSS EngineeringCNC milling capability expansion
Impact Digi PilbaraImpact Digi PilbaraMobile drone & digital capability
Funded by
Government of Western Australia, Department of Energy and Economic Diversification BHP
Delivered by
CORE Innovation Hub
Why the Pilbara?

The best capabilities are already here

The Pilbara isn’t just where mining happens. It’s where world-class Australian manufacturers, engineers, fabricators and technology companies are already doing the work. Keeping business local strengthens the region, shortens supply chains, and builds Australian sovereign capability.

Made in the Pilbara isn’t about starting from scratch. It’s about backing the companies who are already delivering, and helping them scale to meet tier-1 demand.

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Total funding pool for 2026 recipients
0
Pilbara businesses awarded in 2026
$0K+
Private co-investment unlocked
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Local jobs created, plus 14 apprenticeships
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