Swedish Australian Sustainable Innovation, Technology & Design Summit
18–19 September 2025 | Melbourne Connect, University of Melbourne
Driving Innovation through Electrification and Automation – Building Intelligent Mobility Systems
This session explores how electrification and automation are reshaping mobility systems and transforming industries such as transport and mining. Presentations will examine cross-sector convergence, highlighting the shift from large-scale vehicles to smaller, autonomous fleets, and the integration of AI into mine planning and operations. Environmental and cultural considerations will also be addressed, alongside discussions on how intelligent mobility solutions can reduce emissions, improve safety, and accelerate Australia’s transition to sustainable, future-ready transport and industry.
Moderator: Angus Melbourne, President Orica Digital Solutions & Chief Technology Officer, Orica
Speakers:
- Kurt Sowerby, Commercial Manager & Strategic Accounts, Oceania, Volvo Construction Equipment, Volvo Group
- Reid Gibson, National Product Manager – Electric and Sustainable Technologies, CJD Equipment
- Sean Stove, Division Manager, ABB E-Mobility, Australia Area Manager ABB
- Dr Chris Goodes, Enterprise Professor Sustainable Resources, University of Melbourne
Join the session at the Summit on: 18 Sept, 2.15 – 3.15 pm
Free Registration
Where: Melbourne Connect, 700 Swanston Street Carlton, VIC 3053, University of Melbourne
The Innovation Summit is taking place: 18 September, from 8:30-17:30 and 19 September 8.30-15.00
Register for free for the 2 day Summit here: https://www.swedishchamber.com.au/event/the-swedish-australian-sustainable-innovation-technology-and-design-summit-18-19-september-melbourne/
Please note that registrations are essential.
Find more details and program here
The Summit is organised by the Swedish Australian Chamber of Commerce (SACC) in collaboration with the University of Melbourne, Team Sweden partners Embassy of Sweden, Business Sweden and the Swedish Institute and below Company Partners.
For event specific information please contact: melbourne@swedishchamber.com.au
General information: sacc@swedishchamber.com.au or visit www.swedishchamber.com.au
