The Cairns Marine Precinct Comes Alive
Shipyard tours, on-water activations and simulators - connect with real jobs, apprenticeships and careers across defence, superyachts, advanced manufacturing, marine science and more.
About the event.
The Portsmith Marine Precinct will come alive with tours, demonstrations and interactive experiences at this free-to-attend event.
Step inside working shipyards, take part in on-water activations, and interactive simulators.
Delivered in partnership with NORSTA Maritime, Marine Futures and the Business Liaison Association, the event connects attendees with employers, training providers, universities and industry leaders.
Gain practical career advice, explore real opportunities, and see for yourself the shaping Cairns’ marine and defence industries.
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Free-to-exhibit registration: CLICK HERE
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This free-to-exhibit event is made possible from the ongoing investment made by key government agencies.
Queensland Government - Department of Trade, Employment & Training | Workforce Australia - Local Jobs Program (Cairns) | TAFE Queensland | Cairns Regional Council | Cairns Regional Jobs Committee | Queensland Manufacturing Hub (Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development services).
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Attendee registration: CLICK HERE
Exhibitor registration: CLICK HERE
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About the organisers.
NORSTA Maritime
NORSTA Maritime delivers sustainment and maintenance services in Northern Australia, supporting Commonwealth fleets while strengthening regional skills and industry capability.
Business Liaison Association
The Business Liaison Association links schools with industry and businesses across Far North Queensland, delivering expos and programs that connect students to local training, employment pathways and tertiary education.
Marine Futures
Marine Futures drives a national initiative to build workforce capability across defence, superyachts, marine tourism, shipping, commercial operations, manufacturing, STEM and marine based science.
Event supporters & partners.
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Have a question or want to get involved? Reach out below.
General Enquiries
📧 info@marinefutures.com.auExhibitor Enquiries
📧marketing@marinefutures.com.auMedia Enquiries
📧 marketing@marinefutures.com.au