ANSTO’s strategic objectives for the financial year 2019–2020 included:

• Putting our people first — Provide a safe, sustainable and inclusive environment that empowers our people and supports a culture of collaboration and engagement
• World leading research and technology outcomes — Be part of a global network of researchers, delivering innovative solutions to complex problems, through strategic partnerships
• Strategic management of landmark and national infrastructure — To serve users, enable world-class research and create economic impact and benefit
• Nuclear and related expertise and advice — To provide expert advice, education, and services to support Australian policy and to strengthen Australia’s nuclear science knowledge base
• Business and innovation — Deliver nuclear or related products and services to our customers, and partner with others to develop impactful products and services for a sustainable future