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.
Strategically located just 35km north of Perth, Western Australia and just 30mins drive from the CBD, the AARP provides a unique and accessible testing environment, developed and managed by DevelopmentWA – the State Government of Western Australia’s land development agency, and operated by CORE Innovation Hub.
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World-class facilities ready for lease
The AARP offers next-generation facilities for leading robotics and automation innovators.
Six large test zones are available for lease ranging from one to 22 hectares. The sites have been purpose built to suit a broad range of industries to develop, test and showcase products and services in real-world environments, without the need to disrupt operations or production.
An interim on-site office with co-working spaces is currently available for use, while the AARP Headquarters building is under construction.
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Our key industries
AARP is a purpose-built facility with versatile testing opportunities for a range of key industries. Those identified as ideal for strategic engagement include:
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 this internationally recognised technology hub. It’s the capital city of Western Australia, with 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
Embedded in a rapidly growing industrial park the 51ha AARP site dedicated to robotics and automation across multiple industries
Located just 35kms north of Perth
Just a 30 minute drive from the CBD, this offsite testing site also has easy access via excellent transport links
Integrated training and research capability
Leverage five universities, research institutes, and technical training centres for collaboration and knowledge-sharing
Ecosystem Integration
Join 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
Accelerate the adoption of robotics and automation to drive productivity in industrial settings.
AARP Partners
Managing Authority
Operator
Foundation Partners
Industry Partners
Collaboration Partners
Users
Robotics and automation collaboration is already happening
Several innovative test projects are already underway at AARP, with exciting and dynamic plans for users.
Bring game-changing ideas to a leading innovation ecosystem
where the brightest minds in automation and robotics have space to explore, connect, test and refine.
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