Linking Industry to Research Translation to drive Innovation
【Abstract】
1. Australian Research Capability in Additive Manufacturing is ranked in the top 5 globally.
2. Manufacturing is undergoing significant change with the sector now dominated by small enterprises less than 20 employees.
3. The challenge is how to support them to scale on a global level.
4. Research funding solving industry problems and developing new products is opening up new opportunities giving companies commercial advantages in a globally competitive market.
【Bio】
Simon Marriott is the Managing Director of the Additive Manufacturing CRC, bringing more than 30 years of experience across additive and advanced manufacturing. He has held senior operational, strategic and board roles throughout Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, including leading the growth and eventual acquisition of Formero, a major polymer and metal AM service provider. Simon has served as a director with organisations such as 3D Systems, Amaero, Titomic and the Innovative Manufacturing CRC, contributing to industry–research collaboration and commercialisation. With deep sector knowledge and extensive networks, he continues to champion the adoption and impact of AM across Australian industry.