The most uplifting
aerospace cluster
in the world
A one-of-a-kind place where global aerospace, an airport and outstanding lifestyle come together to drive outstanding performance.
Strategically located within the Newcastle Airport Commercial Estate and adjacent to RAAF base Williamtown, Astra Aerolab is designed to create a unique environment for globally significant research and development; a hub for fostering industry growth and collaboration between the Australian Defence Force (ADF), Defence Primes, SMEs and other industries.
Set to transform the Hunter Region into a leader in aerospace and defence technology, this state-of-the-art precinct will initially activate approximately 76 hectares of land, supplying Williamtown’s forecast for defence and business growth over the next 10-15 years. The precinct will provide a domain for talent, expertise, and ideas; facilitating and nurturing innovation and technological advancements within the defence and aerospace industries.
Latest News
Visit us at the INDO PACIFIC 2022 International Maritime Exposition
As the world’s leading defence, innovation and aerospace precinct, we’re pleased to be exhibiting at the INDO PACIFIC 2022 International…
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Building Australia’s Newest Defence Hub in The Hunter
With international conflict on the rise, critical Australian Defence Force projects like AIR6500: Australia’s Joint Battle Management System will play…
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BAE Systems expansion plans at Willamtown take flight
Off the back of the NSW Government $250 million Jobs Plus Program announcement, BAE Systems Australia is set to boost…
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Qantas Connects Defence Hubs in Newcastle and Adelaide
The Flying Kangaroo has landed in Newcastle, bringing passengers direct from Adelaide to the Hunter Region for the first time…
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HENSOLDT Australia Take Up Residence at Newcastle Airport
2 February, 2022 Leading defence contractor HENSOLDT Australia has established a new office within the Newcastle Airport aviation precinct, directly…
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BAE Systems Australia to expand footprint at Newcastle’s Astra Aerolab
In a significant show of confidence in Astra Aerolab and the Defence and Aerospace industry at Williamtown, BAE Systems Australia…
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Deputy Premier John Barilaro unveils stage one of Newcastle Airport’s Astra Aerolab
Tuesday, 8 December 2020 Newcastle Airport and the Williamtown Special Activation Precinct (SAP) are set to be the epicentre of…
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Astra Aerolab signs agreement with Leading Edge Data Centres to bring dedicated data centre to Williamtown
Astra Aerolab has cemented its place as the pre-eminent space for innovation, announcing it has entered into an agreement with…
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NSW Government names Williamtown as location for new Special Activation Precinct
The Hunter Region and Northern NSW are set to reap significant benefits after the NSW Government today announced Williamtown as…
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