AEMEE is the national, Indigenous-led industry body for Indigenous enterprises in the resources sector, creating commercial opportunities, strengthening supply chains, and advancing Indigenous visibility, ownership and economic outcomes.
Sector impact
A snapshot of the scale, capability and economic contribution of the Indigenous businesses that make up the AEMEE network.
The national voice connecting Indigenous businesses with industry, government and procurement opportunities.
Indigenous owned businesses, Traditional Owner enterprises, PBC entities and Indigenous corporations.
More than $1.3 billion in annual turnover across the AEMEE network.
Collectively supporting more than 2,800 jobs and building local capability.
Bringing together Indigenous businesses, industry leaders and government.
One quarter of membership are Traditional Owner and PBC organisations.
Capability across mining, energy, civil construction, logistics, environmental management and more.
A truly national footprint across every Australian state and territory.
| State / Territory | Member share |
|---|---|
| Western Australia | 44.7% |
| Queensland | 37.9% |
| New South Wales | 35.2% |
| Northern Territory | 26.2% |
| South Australia | 15.4% |
| Victoria | 14.9% |
| Tasmania | 5.8% |
| Australian Capital Territory | Data pending |
AEMEE Family Network
From emerging enterprises to businesses turning over tens of millions, the AEMEE network spans every discipline in the resources sector, across every state and territory.
The AEMEE Family network provides real connection and that genuine sense of family. It connects us all, we’re all in it together and we’re stronger together and that’s what it feels like being part of AEMEE. I’m proud to be part of it.
Tammy O’Connor
Founder & Managing Director
KingKira
Being a part of the AEMEE Family is something really unique and special. It helped connect us to opportunities when we first started out and has continued to create long term connections in the sector
James Curran
Founder & Managing Director
Moec
AEMEE's strategic priorities focus on growing Indigenous business capability, strengthening supply chains, creating commercial opportunities and ensuring Indigenous voices help shape the future of the resources industry.
Growing Australia's largest network of Indigenous businesses and Traditional Owner enterprises operating across the resources sector. We connect members to opportunities, partnerships, markets and each other.
Delivering Australia's premier Indigenous resources sector conference and awards program, bringing together Indigenous businesses, Traditional Owners, industry, government and investors to drive national conversations and commercial outcomes.
Building long-term partnerships with industry, government and key stakeholders to strengthen Indigenous supply chains, unlock opportunities and create lasting economic outcomes across the sector.
Increasing the visibility of Indigenous businesses at major industry events, forums and trade shows, ensuring Indigenous voices, capability and success stories are represented on national and global stages.
Positioning Indigenous businesses and Traditional Owners at the forefront of Australia's critical minerals transition and mine closure agenda. We advocate for greater Indigenous ownership, participation in emerging supply chains, and long-term commercial opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
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