From the Chairman’s Desk: Driving Success and Seizing Opportunities

It’s great to see our community growing, and the momentum building. We’re here to help make your day at little easier and your business stronger.

At Northern Strength, we understand the challenges you face, labour shortages, rising costs, supply chain disruptions, and the constant pressure to stay competitive. But with challenges come opportunities. Economic decarbonisation and strengthening sovereign manufacturing capability are just two of the emerging opportunities we’re focused on helping you target.

Our thanks for your guidance on newsletter content. In this edition we cover:

• A final reminder about the looming R&D tax incentive deadline.
• An overview of the Export Market Development Grant.
• The emergence of ‘search funds’ in Australia.
• The second article in our 3-part series on Risk
• Management in Manufacturing.
• Practical advice on protecting margins using insurance together with contracts.

Northern Strength isn’t just an association, it’s your network. We’re here to listen, learn, and adapt to your needs. Your feedback drives our initiatives, so don’t hesitate to reach out, share your challenges, and let us know how we can help.

In the coming months, you can expect:

• Networking Events to connect you with industry leaders, potential partners and customers.
• Guidance on Advisory Services designed to help you tackle the real issues you’re facing.
• Insights and updates on policies and industry trends that impact your business.

This isn’t just about staying competitive; it’s about leading the way. By strengthening our collective voice and leveraging our shared knowledge, we’re setting the stage for long-term success. Thanks for being a part of Northern Strength. Together, we’re stronger, smarter, and ready for whatever comes next.