At Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ), we help simplify the journey.
We’re the Queensland Government’s dedicated global business agency, here to turn your international potential into real-world outcomes. Backed by a statewide network and global offices in major markets, we provide the insights, export opportunities, and connections you need to make informed decisions and grow with impact.
Our mission is simple: grow Queensland’s economy by helping local businesses succeed on the world stage. As a government-funded agency, our support is free of charge.
Whether you’re just getting started or scaling into new markets, we’re here with tailored advice, connections, and support every step of the way.
We offer different levels of service depending on your business’ maturity, needs and capacity.
✓ Export readiness assessment
✓ Market profiles and sector insights
✓ Market opportunities
✓ Referrals
✓ Business matching
✓ Market opportunities
✓ Practical assistance & trouble shooting
✓ Profile raising
✓ Grants and capability enhancement
TIQ’s regional and international offices span every major market and industry Queensland trades with. We have a powerful global network of market specialists, trade commissioners, and regional advisors – all working together to open doors and deliver real-world outcomes.
Our Trade Services Team is your dedicated concierge – they’re your first contact, guide, and connector across TIQ’s global offices and industry specialist services. They help assess your readiness, build a support roadmap, and connect you to the right people at the right time.
Our team includes members of TIQ’s regional network based in 8 locations across Queensland – from Cairns to Toowoomba – backed by a central team at TIQ’s Brisbane head office.
This means wherever you’re based, we’re close by and ready to support you when and how you need it.
+ Sector specialists
+ First Nations business experts
+ eCommerce advisors
+ Regional and international liaisons
TIQ currently supports Queensland businesses across 16+ key industries – from advanced manufacturing to food, health, and tech. While every business journey is different, all our clients have followed the same three key steps:
We start with a free 15-minute consultation to understand your business model, goals, and export potential.
If you’re not quite ready to go global, that’s okay – we’ll guide you to the right tools, resources, and programs to build your capability.
Once aligned, we formalise our support through a Service Delivery Agreement.
It’s not a contract – it simply outlines how we’ll work together and sets expectations, including a shared commitment to stay in touch and report outcomes.
As your business grows globally, we’ll check in on your milestones and wins.
This helps us measure the impact of TIQ’s support – and ensures we can continue delivering services that work for Queensland exporters like you.
Your first stop on the road to global markets
From regional producers to high-tech innovators, hear from these Queensland businesses that have turned ambition into global success – with TIQ’s tailored support and international reach.
The support that TIQ has given us along the way and the road map they’ve advised of how to get there, has what really created our international success. And that fact that it doesn’t cost us anything is amazing.
Michael Smith – Medical Rescue
We've had a really wonderful experience working with TIQ. We found the team incredibly approachable, but quite proactive in thinking to come to us with opportunities and connections.
Nick Thompson – General Manager at Paradigm Foods
Whether you are an experienced exporter looking to expand your global footprint or a new exporter starting your journey, TIQ can help you scale your business internationally.
We support new and existing Queensland exporters across all industries. It's important that you have evidence of a strong domestic presence and the resources and capabilities to scale globally.
Based on the discussion, we may ask for additional information including your capability statement, company profile and case studies. If you do not have these available, our team can work with you to improve your export readiness.
A client manager can work with you to find export opportunities.
