Australian textile, clothing and footwear (TCF) companies can become partners of the Australian government. They will get at least 250000 Australian dollars to make their business stronger, more environmentally friendly and more competitive.

At the opening ceremony of the second round of TCF strategic capability financing plan, Calkin, Minister of innovation, urged TCF manufacturers to actively innovate. Only in this way can they be in. Low carbon economy era Vigorous development.

"Through the strategic capability plan, the TCF industry can build their capabilities to help enhance the supply chain and capture opportunities for green innovation," Senator Carle said.

"In the first round of the plan, there were ten companies working with the government, including exciting projects, such as Nanotechnology The textile manufacturing plant and a new textile roof covering material can convert sunlight into electricity.

"Another project has created a manufacturing and training center to help small TCF businesses grow, and the gang groups are exposed to the latest technology and know-how.

"TCF is an important part of our manufacturing industry, with more than 45000 employees and dispersed in many parts of Australia. Improving ability will eventually translate into better skills and more. Employment opportunities 。 "

The government is receiving applications for this round of financing, including innovation, cooperation, market access, business improvement, skills development, environmental sustainability and ethics.

The government welcomes the application of consortium submitted by TCF enterprises or industrial organizations.

The deadline for application is August 5, 2011.