The Queensland Government has developed an action plan to market Queensland’s water expertise and technology to the world. State Water Minister Craig Wallace launched the Water Sector Action Plan in Brisbane.
“This new Water Sector Action Plan will help Queensland’s water sector continue to grow and take advantage of the knowledge and expertise it has gained in recent years through the world-class water projects it has undertaken,’’ he said.
“Its’ all about promoting Queensland internationally and within Australia as a hub of knowledge and provider of innovative, best practice water technologies and services.
“The water sector in Queensland has been rapidly expanding in recent years with new businesses, services, products and technology – particularly in urban water activities.
“The water services sector is a key growth industry with a global market worth at least $600 billion per annum, with an expected annual growth of about eight per cent.”
Queensland’s water sector comprises engineering, technology and manufacturing firms, water infrastructure companies, water distribution entities, education and research institutions, finance companies and government.
“The Water Sector Action Plan brings together the expertise and knowledge of the Queensland Government, educational institutions, technology, construction, financial and water services sectors so we can jointly market our experience to the world,’’ Mr Wallace said.
