The Data Behind the Network

The Scale And Scale Of Indigenous Business In Resources

AEMEE is the national source of truth for Indigenous business participation. Turning fragmented data into a clear story of commercial capacity, operational scale, and structural economic impact across Australia's resources, energy, and critical minerals landscapes.

Key metrics

Network at a glance

Aggregated data from across the AEMEE network demonstrates the capacity and significant contribution Indigenous businesses make to the Australian economy.

15%

Percentage of validated network members successfully generating an annual turnover exceeding $10 million plus.

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2,800+

Total number of people employed by our member businesses, creating sustainable career pathways for Indigenous Australians.

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120+

Validated Indigenous enterprises currently operating with high capacity across the complex resources and energy supply chains.

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$1.3B+

The total combined annual revenue generated by the AEMEE network, fueling regional and national growth.

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Sector snapshot

The data behind the network

A snapshot of the scale, capability and economic contribution of the Indigenous businesses that make up the AEMEE network — collected, cross-referenced and updated annually.

Explore sector impact & data

Snapshot of the AEMEE Indigenous business network

Annual revenue distribution

Workforce size

Geographic footprint (%)

Sectors of operation