AMGC Connect: Masters of Manufacturing
About this event
Join AMGC Connect at Australian Manufacturing Week in Brisbane, 12–14 May, for an exclusive panel session tailored to IGP participants.
Hosted by AMGC Managing Director Dr Jens Goennemann, the panel will bring together leaders from the aerospace, defence, automation and production optimisation disciplines, alongside AMGC’s Chair Paul Cooper, for a candid discussion on building and scaling modern manufacturing operations.
From dual-use technologies to facility optimisation and operational challenges, this interactive session draws on decades of real-world experience – delivering practical, insight-driven perspectives on what it takes to succeed in today’s manufacturing environment.
Participating manufacturers:
- Hypersonix: Advanced aerospace manufacturer pioneering hydrogen-powered scramjet engines and reusable hypersonic flight systems, enabling high-speed, dual-use applications across defence and space sectors
- Black Sky Industries: Sovereign rocket manufacturer specialising in solid rocket propellant and propulsion systems, delivering vertically integrated design, testing and scalable production for defence and space applications
- Manufacturing Catalyst: Specialist manufacturing advisory firm helping businesses optimise operations, supply chains and factory systems through advanced automation, data and material flow solutions
- Paul Cooper: Chairman of AMGC and Owner & Executive Chair of Rinstrum, with over 30 years’ experience in manufacturing and global operations; also serves as Vice Chair of Grabba, Chair of Vadain, and Co-Founder of Horizon Two Capital Partners
Who Should Attend?
- Start-ups and scale-up manufacturers looking to scale their business
- SMEs seeking to enter defence supply chains
- Manufacturers looking to enhance operational efficiency
- Businesses interested in learning how others have secured funding and investment
Time and Date: Wednesday 13 May, 0930 – 1130 (AEST)
Location: Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
NOTE: Morning tea and light refreshments provided
Don’t miss the opportunity to hear firsthand from those building and scaling advanced manufacturing businesses in Australia – register now!