A quantum physicist, a Young Australian of the Year and an industry legend will be among speakers at the inaugural Global Resources Innovation Expo (GRX25).
An international ‘by industry, for industry’ conference and exhibition, GRX25 is to be held in Brisbane from May 20–22 2025.
An evolution of the highly successful and longstanding Austmine Conference, GRX25 is a strategic collaboration between leading peak bodies in the resources sector, Austmine and AusIMM.
The partnership is dedicated to bringing together global leaders, innovators and professionals in mining and the mining equipment, technology and services (METS) sectors to mobilise and accelerate a sustainable, technology-led future for the global resources industry.
GRX will become an annual gathering showcasing Australia’s leadership in technology with a key focus on exploring innovative solutions set to shape the future of the resources sector globally.
It is anticipated that 2000 delegates and 150 exhibitors will take part in the inaugural GRX25 program incorporating a plenary conference, trade show including a dedicated Innovation Zone, workshops, networking, awards and industry leaders’ dinner.
Professionals from complementary sectors including space, defence, manufacturing, research, education, and government are also expected to attend.
Delegates from around the world will join the conversation led by expert speakers in keynote addresses, breakout sessions and panel discussions including:
- PsiQuantum chief technical director Geoff Pryde – a quantum physicist who has spent 25 years at the forefront of international research in quantum information science and technology. PsiQuantum is currently building the world’s first useful fault-tolerant quantum computer in Brisbane, turning the global quantum industry’s attention towards Australia. Pryde also founded the Quantum Optics and Information Laboratory at Griffith University.
- Aubot and Robogals founder and chief executive officer Marita Cheng – Young Australian of the Year 2012 and an inspiring entrepreneur embracing emerging technologies, innovative practices and visionary leadership to drive forward the industry and empower women in technology fields.
- EMR Capital co-founder and executive chair Owen Hegarty – with more than 50 years’ experience in the global mining industry as founder and managing director of Oxiana (now OZ Minerals) and 25 years at Rio Tinto.
Industry leaders will share their thought-provoking insights on transformation and a sustainable future in panel discussions including Empowering the Change Makers and Case Study in Collaboration: Decarbonisation Accelerated Leaders Group.
To view the full program and speaker lineup visit GRX.AU