AEC was commissioned by JTSI to develop an Industry Development Strategy for WA’s superyacht sector. The project involved global and national sector research, extensive stakeholder engagement, and identification of growth scenarios.  The strategy provides recommendations to position WA’s superyacht industry for future opportunities, driving job creation and economic prosperity across the state and supply chain.

The Tropical North Queensland region, a cornerstone of Queensland’s tourism industry, was hit hard by the pandemic. Recognising the need for action, TTNQ partnered with AEC to advocate for the region’s recovery.  AEC developed a strategic lobbying document that presented a compelling case for Queensland and Federal Government investment in the region’s tourism sector. This resulted in TTNQ securing $15 million in funding, directly supporting the recovery and growth of local t

In partnership with The B Hive, AEC developed a ten-year cruise tourism strategy for Western Australia. The project involved analysing global and local trends, engaging with cruise lines, ports, local governments, and tourism organisations, as well as conducting a workshop with the Super Week Cruise Western Australia Committee.  AEC created a SWOT analysis, defined strategic goals, and developed a detailed implementation plan with actions for short to long-term growth. The st

AEC assessed Bundaberg’s hotel market to identify investment barriers and future demand. The study included market engagement, investor presentations, and a hotel investment prospectus to support Council’s efforts to attract new accommodation and stimulate growth in the regional visitor economy.