Emerging Exporter finalists

Many traditional products focus on eliminating microbes, yet science increasingly reveals their vital role in human wellbeing.

Founded on this understanding, Queensland biotechnology company BiomeCentric is redefining health and wellbeing through microbiome science, challenging conventional approaches to product development.

By transforming biological resources, including native Australian materials, into high-value ingredients and technologies, BiomeCentric combines scientific innovation with advanced manufacturing. This approach helps global brands develop next-generation products across human health, personal care and pet wellness. Its success demonstrates how Australian innovation, manufacturing and science can compete globally.

Its top export markets include China, the US, Singapore, New Zealand and the UK.

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BlueRoom Simulations provides advanced Mixed Reality (MR) simulators to the medical, aeromedical, tactical combat and casualty care sectors. Its systems help develop hands-on medical and mission-critical skills in hard-to-access environments.      

BlueRoom Simulations blends the real and virtual into a seamless training environment where learners can perform tasks while immersed in realistic operational scenarios.

By exporting its Australian-developed MR hardware and software, BlueRoom Simulations supports Australian manufacturing capability, specialised workforce skills and ongoing product development.

Its top export markets include the Netherlands, the UAE, the UK and the US.

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When people stay connected to their sporting club, they stay in community sport longer. The physical, social, mental and economic benefits of this ripple well beyond the club gates.

Clubland Australia is a digital clubhouse connecting players and supporters to their club. It brings together storytelling, results, memberships, communications, events, and merchandise into one shared platform.     

Clubland Australia was founded in Canberra in 2023. Thirteen Australian rugby, netball and football clubs use the platform today. In May 2026, Clubland signed its first international client. As export revenue builds, so will the Clubland team.

Its top export market is Singapore.

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Consunet is an Adelaide-based technology company developing high-assurance software solutions that strengthen national security and enhance operational effectiveness across defence.

Consunet is building export pathways for advanced electromagnetic warfare, spectrum management, and intelligence capabilities that help defence and security organisations operate effectively in complex digital environments.

Consunet's products are developed and maintained in Australia, supporting sovereign capability and highly skilled jobs in the advanced technology sector. By exporting sovereign Australian innovation to allied nations, Consunet demonstrates how defence investment can generate long-term economic and strategic value.

Its top export markets include the UK, the Netherlands, Japan, Canada, and New Zealand.

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Dalfin AI is a technology company exporting an AI engineering platform and advanced AI solutions. Its platform helps organisations rapidly build, customise and manage complex enterprise applications, reducing lengthy traditional development cycles.

Dalfin AI develops solutions for retail, logistics, healthcare, manufacturing, education, government and defence. It also develops specialised AI models for forecasting and complex operational challenges.

The business has expanded internationally through direct exports, overseas partnerships and enterprise implementations. This expansion is helping organisations modernise their operations while showcasing Australia’s advanced digital technology capability.

Its top export markets include the Philippines, the UAE, the UK and Indonesia.

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East Arm Resources (EAR) is a Tasmanian producer of premium hard rock construction materials. It specialises in aggregates for high-spec asphalt pavements, scour rock for sub-sea infrastructure protection, armour rock for coastal protection and rock-fill for land reclamation projects.

EAR’s unique quarrying location, near the Tamar River, is close to deep, calm waters. This gives EAR a strategic opportunity to supply competitively priced construction materials throughout Oceania.

The region contains 14 independent countries with more than 150 sealed airports. EAR is well positioned to supply aggregates to future runway resurfacing projects such as the recently completed airport on Wallis Island.

Its top export markets include Fiji.

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HEGI designs and creates collectible furniture for buyers who choose permanence and personality. Manufactured in regional New South Wales, each piece is made-to-order and produced in limited editions, blending art, craftsmanship and storytelling.

The women-led emerging exporter is already making waves around the globe, expanding to 5 export markets in under 2 years.

Hegi’s export success is generating new economic opportunities and supporting skilled employment. It is also showcasing Australia’s creative talent, craftsmanship and premium manufactured products to customers worldwide.

Its top export markets include Singapore, the UAE, the US, Switzerland and France.

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