Welcome to the AARP

The Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct (AARP) is a world-leading collaborative innovation hub and Australia’s largest test and development site supporting the advancement of automation, robotics, remote operations and zero emissions technologies globally.

The state-of-the-art precinct provides startups, small to medium enterprises and large corporates access for testing, research, development and training in real-world conditions, without the obstacles of accessing a production environment.

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World-class facilities ready for lease

The AARP offers next-generation facilities for leading robotics and automation innovators.

Purpose-built test beds are available for lease ranging from one to 22 hectares. The test beds suit a broad range of industries, providing flexible environments to develop, test and showcase products and services in real-world environments, without the need to disrupt operations or production.

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AARP Headquarters

The AARP Headquarters is a 1,200sqm state-of-the-art building that opened in November 2024.

It offers access to private offices, co-working desks, workshops, laboratories and event spaces such as an auditorium, training room and an elevated viewing platform overlooking the test beds.

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Managed & Operated By

CORE Innovation Hub

Our key industries

Mining & Resources

Energy

Agriculture

Defence

Space

Logistics

Construction

Advanced Manufacturing

Education

An unparalled resource, close to the Perth CBD

Perth is an outstanding location for an internationally recognised technology hub such as the AARP. As the capital city of Western Australia, the nation’s largest state, occupying 33% of Australia’s total land mass, Perth is home to a strong, diverse economy, world-class infrastructure and substantial intellectual, business and educational resources.

Australia's largest testing facility

Supporting the advancement of automation, robotics, remote operations and zero emissions technologies globally.

Located just 35kms north of Perth

Easily accessible via key transport routes and just 50km from Perth international airport.

Integrated training and research capability

Leverage five Universities, research institutes and technical training centres for collaboration and knowledge-sharing activities.

Ecosystem integration

Join a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem that supports product development, commercialisation, investment, global
competitiveness and export opportunities.

Technology enabled precinct

Access non-production, industrial-scale test
environments, facilities and advanced technology.

Leaseholds available

Test beds are available for short or long-term lease as well as multiple leasehold lots.

AARP Partners

Managing Authority

Operator

CORE Innovation Hub

Foundation Partners

Industry Partners

Collaboration Partners

Users

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Collaboration in action

Many innovative projects have already been completed on the AARP test beds and users have been happy to share their stories.

RCT Global is a global leader in smart technology enablers, specialising in machine automation and control, data and information and protection solutions for surface and underground mining and the industrial sector. At  AARP over an annual term, the RCT team is testing and developing products to ensure they can continue to evolve cutting-edge digital technology solutions to transform their customers’ operations for a safer and smarter future. [quote]

Tribe Tech is a Perth and Northern Ireland-based technology company at the forefront of mining automation, having dedicated the last five years to developing a groundbreaking fully autonomous reverse circulation (RC) drilling system. The comprehensive project goes beyond the drill rig itself, encompassing integrated sampling systems, sophisticated control systems, and advanced telemetry capabilities. The company has secured a significant partnership with McKay Drilling to deploy its first...

Accelerating clean energy innovation at AARP. Australian Flow Batteries (AFB) is a pioneering clean energy company specialising in mobile, rapidly deployable hybrid power solutions that combine solar arrays with Vanadium Redox Flow Batteries (VRFBs). Its innovative system integrates retractable solar arrays with long-duration energy storage to provide reliable, sustainable power for remote operations. The company is partnering with NTRO and DevelopmentWA at the AARP to...
RCT Global is a global leader in smart technology enablers, specialising in machine automation and control, data and information and protection solutions for surface and underground mining and the industrial sector. At  AARP over an annual term, the RCT team is testing and developing products to ensure they can continue to evolve cutting-edge digital technology solutions to transform their customers’ operations for a safer and smarter future. [quote]
Tribe Tech is a Perth and Northern Ireland-based technology company at the forefront of mining automation, having dedicated the last five years to developing a groundbreaking fully autonomous reverse circulation (RC) drilling system. The comprehensive project goes beyond the drill rig itself, encompassing integrated sampling systems, sophisticated control systems, and advanced telemetry capabilities. The company has secured a significant partnership with McKay Drilling to deploy its first...
Accelerating clean energy innovation at AARP. Australian Flow Batteries (AFB) is a pioneering clean energy company specialising in mobile, rapidly deployable hybrid power solutions that combine solar arrays with Vanadium Redox Flow Batteries (VRFBs). Its innovative system integrates retractable solar arrays with long-duration energy storage to provide reliable, sustainable power for remote operations. The company is partnering with NTRO and DevelopmentWA at the AARP to...

See what is happening onsite

Global Robotics and Automation Showcase

See the AARP in Action - Demo Day with Jevons Robotics

Explore the AARP Facilities

Operated by CORE Innovation Hub