AI Defence Firm Arkeus Leaves Victoria for Queensland

‘Queensland gives us the ability to attract and retain the people we need to build globally competitive technology here in Australia,’ said Arkeus CEO.

An ADF soldier is seen operating an Australian Modular Robotic Vehicle (MRV) in Townsville, Australia, on July 24, 2025. Ian Hitchcock/Getty Images

Melbourne defence technology firm Arkeus is set to relocate to Queensland’s Gold Coast, with strong support from the state government.

Arkeus builds technology used by defence forces in Australia and the United States, specialising in using artificial intelligence (AI) to interpret data from custom camera or imaging systems attached to drones.