Leading R&D facilities- home to Australia's largest biotechnology research centre, 18 cooperative research centres and Australia's premier technology transfer facility

World class infrastructure-efficient transport networks, abundant energy, waste management policies, air and sea linkages

Asia Pacific proximity-closest Australian state to the world's biggest market, and emerging as the aviation hub of the region

Friendly business environment- investment incentives, low taxes, AAA credit rating, foreign investment welcome, business clustering, skilled workforce

Education - nine universities, vocational training options, many public and private colleges Export success - exports of education, biotechnology, ICT, food processing, refined metals, manufacturing and services comprise one quarter of the Queensland economy