en.Wedoany.com Reported - The Queensland Government has allocated AU$5.37 million to fleet management company Norship for the expansion of its navy-certified repair shipyard in Portsmith, solidifying Cairns' position as a key regional maintenance hub for defense operations.

This funding comes from the AU$180.6 million Sovereign Industry Development Fund. Norship, a fleet management company headquartered in northern Australia, will play a critical role in expanding Cairns as a major defense support base.

The project will expand dock infrastructure, establish new defense-certified hardstand areas, and modern workshop facilities to enhance overall capability in supporting current and future naval fleets operating in northern Australia. This investment aims to address growing maritime maintenance demands and complement other infrastructure, such as the proposed Common User Facility.

The project is expected to create 63 local jobs, including 17 construction positions and 46 ongoing operational roles.

Queensland Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie stated that the Sovereign Industry Development Fund focuses on delivering and supporting projects ready for investment, which will bring genuine sovereign capability, reliable job opportunities, and long-term economic value.

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