Nathan will showcase the vision and capabilities of the Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility (AMRF), Australia’s first Manufacturing Development Centre, which was created to bridge the gap in scaling up manufacturing processes by providing access to high-end equipment and expertise. Click ‘details’ for more.
As the largest motor yacht production facility in the Southern Hemisphere, Riviera employs approximately 900 staff and constructs more than 150 vessels annually. In response to sustained industry growth and workforce demands, Riviera has made a significant investment in structured training and internal capability through the establishment of the Riviera Academy of Excellence. Kyle will provide insights into Riviera’s strategies and commitment to workforce development, shaping the future of marine craftsmanship in Australia.
Infrastructure embedded in the seabed and exposed to seawater faces significant challenges, including accelerated structural degradation, operational inefficiencies, high maintenance costs, and public safety risks.Michael Kemp will explore the synergy of materials science, process optimisation, and precision engineering in manufacturing and installing marine infrastructure. He will discuss the development of Wagners CFT Trident Marine Piles, engineered using pultruded Fibre Reinforced Polymer (FRP) to withstand biofouling, hydrodynamic forces and UV degradation.
Introduction by Kerryn Caulfield, Executive Director, Composites Australia and opening address by Lynden Vikingur, President of Composites Australia Inc.
Indulge in a preconference chat with fellow delegates by the waterfront and browse the offerings of sponsoring industry suppliers over a cuppa…
David’s presentation on the development and use of resins containing recycled raw materials aims to showcase solutions in the materials science sector, specifically targeting sustainability and pioneering aspects of this important transition. David will delve into the use of recycled materials, focusing on allnex’s recently released sustainable resin processed with a percentage of recycled PET (polyethylene terephthalate) content, the challenges involved and the quality of recycled PET compared to virgin PET.
This opening presentation will outline the breadth of the Australian composites industry, including its subsectors across defence, aerospace, marine, infrastructure, transport and the national role of fibre composites.
Dr Shelley, will present an overview of CFM’s advanced capabilities in composite materials research and industry collaboration. Specialising in sectors such as aerospace, space, defence, mining, and construction, CFM focuses on practical applications of advanced composite manufacturing, functional materials, and civil composites. Tristan will highlight the Centre’s active partnerships with industry, cutting-edge R&D in automated manufacturing, product design, and structural analysis, as well as the extensive testing services offered by CFM.
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