The Tasmanian Sawn Hardwood Timber Industry: Strengthening the Innovation System
The AIRC is currently undertaking a research project for the
Timber Research Unit (School
of Architecture).
This study is a part of a
"whole-of-industry" research and development programme "Adding Value to
Tasmanian Hardwoods" that is being undertaken by key industry participants in Tasmania.
The project aims to
review challenges and opportunities facing the Tasmanian sawn timber industry,
and investigate experiences in similar industries overseas. Research will seek
to develop understanding of the innovation system, its elements and their
interactions, specific to the Tasmanian Industry. It will evaluate strengths
and weaknesses and provide options for upgrade of the Tasmanian timber sector's
innovation capability.