Export Diversification Program

The $1 million Export Diversification Program (delivered over two years) is designed to support South Australian export businesses to overcome market challenges, in particular, businesses that have made significant investment in trade disrupted markets.

The Program recognises that the current global trading environment has resulted in increased export costs and, in many cases, reduced the competitiveness of South Australian products in some key markets.

South Australian exporters are now likely to be facing challenges with maintaining pricing, retaining customers, and protecting their market share.

South Australian export businesses that have been affected by global disruptions in trade. Priority will be for businesses from the manufacturing, automotive/automotive parts and machinery sectors; and businesses with products embedded in global supply chains that are now facing reduced competitiveness in an identified market.

Up to $50,000 is available to support businesses to overcome market challenges.

The Department of State Development will hold a competitive funding process, which starts with an expression of interest (EOIs) from South Australian export businesses meeting eligibility requirements. The purpose of the EOI is for the department to gain an understanding of the applicants’ eligibility for the program and assess the impact trade disruptions are having on exports.

• Enable South Australian export businesses to seek external advice on trade strategy, tariff navigation, and international compliance
• Provide support to identify alternative suppliers or restructure supply chains to reduce exposure to tariff-affected goods
• Assist companies to diversify markets
• Assist companies to be export-ready for alternative markets
• Leverage government programs, networks, and initiatives to deliver targeted outcomes efficiently.