The South Australian Government has announced a new partnership between the business community and the Government to deliver a purpose-built technology hub.

Designed to assist start-up technology companies, the Tech Hub will deliver advice, business services and equipment to new businesses.

State Minister for Science, Grace Portolesi, said that the Tech Hub is a crucial plank in the government’s efforts to grow the state’s bioscience and technology industry.

“The cost of buying laboratory equipment and hiring staff with relevant marketing, finance and human resources experience can be a barrier for many start-up companies in high tech fields,” Ms Portolesi said.

“This new facility will assist emerging companies to access the equipment, work space and support they need to get a strong start in the industry.”

The BioSA Tech Hub will open later this year and will complement work at the existing BioSA Business Incubator. Tech Hub will host companies in fields as diverse as pharmaceuticals, information communication technology, clinical services and medical device manufacturing amongst others.