Events

Join ACM CRC Partners Composites Australia and the AMRF for a half-day conference and networking event at the First Building in Bradfield City, including a guided tour of the brand new $60m+ advanced manufacturing facility. The program will cover the application of automation in composites production, the digitalisation of manufacturing workflows, and design for scalable manufacturing. The AMRF will also outline how it can help manufacturers de-risk the scale-up of production processes — effectively turbo-charging R&D. DELEGATES WILL SEE: Compression moulding, robotic filament winding, automated ply cutting and kitting, laser ply projection and metal and polymer 3D printing. To register and learn more information, visit the Composites Australia website .

The ACM CRC Partner Meeting 2025 will explore the theme, Leveraging Enabling Technologies to Advance Australia’s Composites Manufacturing Sector . The event will be abuzz with topical keynotes, industry-led breakout sessions and insightful presentations across three supporting themes: Digital Transformation in Manufacturing : Harnessing data analytics, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to optimise composite production and quality control. Automation & Advanced Robotics : Deploying intelligent automation systems to drive efficiency, precision, and scalability. Smart Factories & Connected Supply Chains : Integrating cyber-physical systems to streamline workflows and enhance collaboration across the composites value chain. There will also be plenty of time for discussions and networking. This is an exclusive opportunity for ACM CRC industry, academia and government experts to come together and review the challenges we’ve faced – and still face – and to celebrate the achievements we’ve accomplished. Collectively, we will determine the way forward, ensuring continued collaboration in achieving our milestones and advancing Australia’s composites manufacturing sector. DATE: Wednesday 22 October and Thursday 23 October 2025 VENUE: Greenhouse Tech Hub. Level 3, 180 George Street Sydney REGISTRATION : https://acm-crc-annual-partner-meeting-2025.eventbrite.com.au

Collaborate Innovate is Cooperative Research Australia's annual conference held at a different theme and location each year. The purpose of the conference is to connect members of the wide community engaged in industry-research collaborative entities and all other stakeholders. The Collaborate Innovate Conference is the premier annual gathering dedicated to driving excellence in industry-research collaboration across Australia. Each year, we convene at a unique location under a fresh theme, bringing together the full spectrum of stakeholders – from CRCs and research hubs to government, industry and professional service partners. Designed for board members, CEOs, COOs, research leads, commercialisation executives, government decision- makers, industry participants and emerging scholars, this event provides unparalleled opportunities to build new partnerships, share best practices, explore cutting-edge research outcomes and chart pathways to real-world impact. Whether you’re leading a CRC, advising on growth centres, engaging with rural R&D, or enabling the next wave of innovation-driven entrepreneurs, the Collaborate Innovate Conference invites you to join the conversation, expand your network and help shape Australia’s collaborative research future.

Australia's leading composite conference. Mark your calendars for two action-packed days - 30 April and 1 May - featuring industry insights, technical presentations and interactive displays. This annual conference offers invaluable strategic perspectives on operating and growing a composites business, alongside practical insights into successful collaboration within the composites sector. The program is thoughtfully curated to showcase leading composites practitioners and thought leaders through engaging presentations that delve into diverse industry and technology case studies. Whether you’re seeking to gain fresh insights, sharpen your skills, expand your network, or ignite new ideas, this event has it all. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to be inspired, informed, and connected. We can’t wait to see you there! The morning visit to the Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility (AMRF) has been replaced with a tour of Colan Australia in Huntingwood.

Join us at the ACM CRC Partner Meeting 2024, where the theme is SMEs, Access to Supply Chains, and The Importance of IP in R&D.

Dr Steve Gower and the ACM team will be attending the CRA’s Collaborate Innovate conference, which will take place at Sofitel Brisbane from Monday 22nd – Wednesday 24th July.

21 May 2024 | The Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Australia (ICCIAUS) proudly presents the second edition of Made in Australia with Italian Engineering​ (MAIE).

1 - 2 May 2024 | Australia's leading Composites Conference. Industry speakers and technical presentations, displays and a tour or two! Join us for two days in early May that will be filled with stimulating presentations from composites practitioners and thought-leaders.

7-9 February 2024 | ACAM 2024 is a must-attend for professionals in engineering, academia, postgraduate studies and industry management.