Industrial Transformation Australia – Removing the Barriers

Wednesday, 23 July 2025 | The Dome, Sydney Olympic Park

The Industry Capability Network (ICN) is a long-standing network of procurement and supply chain specialists dedicated to connecting businesses with major projects across Australia and New Zealand. For over 40 years, ICN has championed economic growth and employment by supporting the advancement and competitiveness of local industry. A key focus of ICN’s mission is accelerating the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies.

Despite its potential, the promise of Industry 4.0 remains largely unrealised due to several persistent barriers:

• Outdated legacy systems, siloed decision-making, and risk-averse organisational cultures
• A lack of strategic clarity, leadership buy-in, and competing business priorities
• Budget constraints, uncertainty around return on investment, and limited funding pathways
• Security concerns and shortages in digital and technical expertise

To address these challenges, ICN, in collaboration with the International Centre for Industrial Transformation (INCIT) and SeerPharma, is hosting an exclusive event: Industrial Transformation Australia – Removing the Barriers

This targeted forum will provide actionable insights and practical strategies to help organisations unlock the full potential of digital transformation.

The event will be held on Wednesday, 23 July, in parallel with the broader Industrial Transformation Australia – Hannover Messe trade show (22–24 July), also in Sydney.

Speakers

Expert speakers include:

• Ian Lucas | Director / Training Manager at SeerPharma
• Matt Davis | Director, Inspections Section, Therapeutic Goods Administration
• David Martin | Director of Emerging Industries and Innovation at the Australian Industry Group
• Michael Swart | ICN National Strategy Director
• Jesmond Hong | COO INCIT, Singapore (SIRI Assessments)
• Kah-Ming Chai | Head of Consulting for Smart Manufacturing Yokogawa, Singapore
• James Leek | Regional Manager LMAC Group, New Zealand
• Paul Hughes | Owner, Integra Systems
• Prof. Duncan McFarlane | Professor in Industrial Information Engineering, University of Cambridge, UK (Digital Manufacturing on a Shoestring)
• Dr Andreas Hauser | Co-Founder and CEO of AIQURIS - a TÜV SÜD venture, Singapore
• Paul Williams | Executive Manager Manufacturing Workforce Intelligence, Manufacturing Industry Skills Alliance
• Gavin Paul | Associate Professor School of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering, UTS
• Volker Schmid | VP Asia Pacific Festo and Festo Didactic, Thailand
• Damien Sinclair | Festo Didactic Australia
• Prof. Sharath Sriram | Co-Leader, Functional Materials and Microsystems and Professor RMIT University, President of Science & Technology Australia, Chief Scientist of Western Australia
• Prof. Cori Stewart | Founder and CEO ARM Hub, Industry Innovation and Science Australia board member
• Sara Coram | Grants Manager, RSM
• Ben Lyons | Co-founder, Trade Funding
• Bryan Soepardi | Partner, RSM
• Pat Stewart | Head of Sales, Advanced

What to Expect

• Keynote Presentations & Expert Panels: Learn from leading Australian industry experts and policymakers who have successfully navigated transformation at scale.
• Practical Tools & Frameworks: Gain access to proven methodologies, digital transformation toolkits, and the latest in automation, data exchange, and IoT technologies.
• Interactive Workshops: Engage in hands-on sessions to assess your organisation’s current state and begin mapping your tailored transformation roadmap.
• Peer Networking: Connect with fellow senior leaders, innovators, and industry change-makers to share insights, challenges, and solutions.

Key Takeaways

• Identify and Address Barriers: Understand the root causes of transformation inertia—from cultural resistance and skills shortages to funding uncertainties.
• Define a Clear Roadmap: Walk away with a prioritised, actionable strategy to align your teams and drive meaningful, long-term change.
• Initiate Real Impact: Use the event as a launchpad to assess your current capabilities and kick-start transformation initiatives—supported by industry experts and peer collaboration.

Who Should Attend

This event is designed for:

• C-suite Executives and Senior Management
• Industry Transformation Leaders
• Policymakers and Regulatory Professionals
• Innovation Strategists and Visionaries
• Change Agents seeking to drive digital adoption within their organisations

Registration

Seize this opportunity to turn barriers into breakthroughs—your transformation journey starts here.

Please contact us at solutions@seerpharma.com.au if you would like more information.