It’s Not All About Defence: The Business of Industry on the Western Trade Coast
4 November @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm AWST
Join our next Western Trade Coast Industry Tour and get a firsthand look at the industries shaping the region.
Travel through the industrial heart of the Western Trade Coast with expert guide Dr Chris Oughton. Explore the Australian Marine Complex and Henderson Defence Precinct, Kwinana and Rockingham industrial areas, and Latitude 32. Discover the scale of existing industry, major infrastructure, emerging developments and the opportunities connecting them.
Australian Marine Complex & Henderson Defence Precinct: Explore the Australian Marine Complex at Henderson and the surrounding area that is becoming increasingly important to Australia’s defence and maritime capability. Learn about the existing marine, fabrication, engineering and advanced manufacturing ecosystem and the development of the Henderson Defence Precinct.
Kwinana & Rockingham Industrial Areas: Travel through the established industrial areas of Kwinana and Rockingham and see the scale and diversity of industry operating across the Western Trade Coast. From heavy industry and processing to manufacturing, fabrication, energy and supporting services, this part of the tour demonstrates how different industries operate alongside – and connect with – one another.
Latitude 32 & Future Industrial Development: Understand the scale and strategic importance of Latitude 32 and the industrial land, transport connections and infrastructure that will support future growth across the Western Trade Coast.
Westport & Infrastructure: See where major infrastructure investment is reshaping the region, including Westport and the transport, freight and supporting infrastructure required around it.
Industry, Energy & Emerging Opportunities: Hear about the changing industrial landscape, including defence, energy transition, renewables, advanced manufacturing, circular economy opportunities and the flow-on effects for businesses across Western Australia.
Following the guided bus tour, join us at the AMC Jakovich Centre for a delicious networking lunch, hear from our guest speakers and enjoy the opportunity to connect with fellow attendees from across business, industry, government and other sectors.