Austrade Europe, UK & Israel | Australian Trade and Investment Commission

Earlier this month I was in Brussels for EU #RawMaterialsWeek where I discussed opportunities for the European Union to work with likeminded, strategic partner countries such as Australia to build the secure, sustainable critical minerals supply chains we need to achieve #netzero by 2050. With some of the largest recoverable #criticalminerals in the world, #Australia is well positioned to become a globally significant supplier of minerals such as nickel, cobalt, #lithium, titanium, and tungsten. In fact, we have abundant resources of all 10 minerals required to produce a lithium-ion battery. Australia has a significant pipeline of major critical minerals projects; over 55 projects are near shovel ready, but they need offtake agreements and equity investment. The #EU has an urgent need for these minerals and looks to diversify its supply chain to counter exposure to volatile prices and production shortfalls. In May this year, Australia signed an MoU with the EU that looks to integrate critical minerals value chains, and deepen collaboration on research, innovation, ESG criteria and international standards. The roadmap for collaboration was endorsed during the conference. It was also a pleasure to host Darryl Cuzzubbo, CEO of Arafura Rare Earths Limited and hear about the importance of the Nolans Project, a fully permitted, construction-ready, single-site ore-to-oxide project in a Tier 1 location. Download the Australian Critical Minerals Prospectus to discover our 55 investment-ready projects: https://lnkd.in/euMF8Jg8. Or contact Carolyn Abela Rebiscoul, Austrade’s Investment Director in France for more information. 

📢 VicGrid, part of the Australian Victorian Government, has commenced an Expressions of Interest (EOI) process for the #Gippsland #OffshoreWind #Transmission Project. ⚡ The proposed scope of the project involves the delivery of a #highvoltage alternating current overhead transmission line from an onshore connection hub for offshore wind projects, six kilometres inland near Giffard, to a grid connection substation near the Loy Yang Power Station. 🤝 The project is being procured as a #PublicPrivatePartnership with an Incentivised Target Cost regime during the delivery phase. VicGrid is seeking a proponent to develop, construct, finance and operate the project. 📅 EOIs close 13 February 2025, successful respondents will progress to an Invitation to Tender stage, before a preferred consortium is selected. 👉 Submissions for the EOI can be lodged here: https://lnkd.in/dWcQsn8d #Australia #netzero #renewables #offshorewind #energytransmission Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade)

🎉 What an incredible journey! 🎉 The UK MedTech Virtual Landing Pad Program by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) has officially concluded, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the outcomes. Over the course of 12 interactive sessions, participants gained insights, established valuable connections, and took significant steps toward expanding into the #UK #healthcare market. The program took participants in a journey through policy and regulatory frameworks, NHS pathways and the UK #MedTech #ecosystem and was delivered by key experts from ABHI, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Health Innovation Network, LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group), EdenBase NOTWICS, Fieldfisher, Advena Ltd (UK), Taylor Wessing, Anderson Law LLP, AddLife AB/HC21 Patienteer, CardMedic, UK HealthGateway and ANDHealth A big thank you to all the partners and attendees who made this program an extraordinary success. 🚀 To those who participated—your enthusiasm and innovation were the driving forces behind this success. Let’s keep the momentum going! 💪 #MedTech #HealthcareInnovation #UKHealthcare #MarketExpansion #NHS #Austrade #InnovationLeadership #GlobalGrowth Austrade Europe, UK & Israel | Australian Trade and Investment Commission Jennifer Mackinlay David Camerlengo Annika Barton Rachel White Anamika Mishra Michael Platt Shiri Fisher Karin van Wesep Madeline Ferguson William Johnson Carmel Akhavari Ann Damien Milena Bliss Christopher Stedman Frank Ratcliff Mike Kenny Jon Wilks Grace Lethlean Stephen Arundel Philip Shepherd Justin Meredith Craig Burke John O'Brien

The Australian Government today declared an area off of northern Tasmania’s Bass Strait as suitable for #offshorewind development. This is the sixth area declared suitable for offshore wind development in #Australia. The Bass Strait region is well suited for offshore wind with: 💨 strong, consistent winds ranked amongst the best in the world for wind energy production; 🔌 proximity to areas of high electricity demand; and 🛳️ potential to support infrastructure via the port of Bell Bay. The zone will provide potential to generate 20 GW of offshore wind energy – enough to power millions of homes drive local economic benefit and opportunities for Tasmania. The aim will be to maximise use of local businesses, manufacturers and workers and create opportunities for local apprenticeships and reskilling. The declaration follows consultation with local communities, state and local government representatives, First Nations people and industry. For more information please see: https://lnkd.in/eSa5HkQ7 Deadline 12 March 2025

Australia is the world’s no. 1 lithium producer and a major producer of in-demand #criticalminerals such as cobalt and rare earths. We’re partnering with global firms to develop major projects and establish safe, secure supply chains. Our digital Australian Critical Minerals Prospectus showcases over 55 investment-ready projects, including investment summary, offtake available, minimum mine life, IRR, capital cost, NPV, product and annual production rate. Access it here: https://lnkd.in/gfiMbR8A Contact our Austrade team to learn more: @Brian Hyland (UK & Ireland), @Carolyn Abela Rebiscoul (France) and @Johanna Harvey (Germany).

What makes Australia a great investment destination? 🦘 Australia is an open, innovative trading nation that is deeply connected to the global economy. As a nation, our competitive advantages make us a thriving environment for businesses and a gateway to global opportunities. Thanks to our strong economy, talented workforce, renewable energy resources, and investment appeal, Australia is well placed to lead and innovate in the Asia-Pacific region. 🌏 Find more insights in our Why Australia Benchmark Report: https://lnkd.in/d6C5Wycd

Australia is proudly home to the 5th largest Czech diaspora globally. 🇦🇺 🇨🇿 The President of the Czech Republic, His Excellency Mr Petr Pavel, recently led a business delegation to Australia – the first visit by a Czech President in 29 years. While in #Australia, President Pavel delivered the prestigious Annual Lecture at leading Australian think tank Lowy Institute, where he shared the importance of strong partnerships between democracies across Europe, Australia and the Indo-Pacific to enhance resilience: “By working together, we can pool resources, share expertise, and tackle challenges that no single nation can effectively address on its own.” Australian Prime Minister, the Hon. Anthony Albanese, welcomed President Pavel’s continued advocacy for European engagement in our region: “The relationship between Australia and the #CzechRepublic is underpinned by strong people-to-people ties and continues to grow to meet shared opportunities and global challenges.” Over 160 representatives of Australian companies attended a Czech-Australia business forum and meetings in Sydney to progress cooperation. Contact our Austrade Senior Business Development Managers in Prague Zdenka Kotalová and Pavlina Eliasova to discuss growth opportunities between Australia and the Czech Republic. Austrade Europe, UK & Israel | Australian Trade and Investment Commission; Jana Gajdošíková; Rachel White. Image sources: Office of the President of the Czech Republic, Prime Minister of Australia.

Australian cleantech company Rux Energy have developed a hydrogen storage solution that could cut port carbon emissions by 90%. 💧🚢 The technology works like a sponge to absorb #hydrogen, enabling storage at higher densities. Rux is attracting interest internationally, with trials underway in the UK and the Netherlands. ‘Australia and the UK uniquely share complementary strategic research, development and technology commercialisation capabilities, and the Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement (#AUKFTA) will catapult both country's ambitions, particularly in enabling the world's energy transition,’ says Rux Founder and CEO Dr. Jehan Kanga. ‘Rux Energy, along with our Australian and UK green hydrogen supply chain and development partners will all benefit from the FTA’s Strategic Innovation Dialogue to drive not just our technology but all the technologies we're dovetailing with, creating a lower cost, more efficient pathway to zero carbon. We are also really looking forward to increased bilateral exchange of talent between Australia and the UK, crucial for sharing knowledge and accelerating our collaborative path to market as we shift toward scale.’ Read more about this pioneering technology and how Australia's hydrogen sector is working with global partners to accelerate decarbonisation: https://lnkd.in/guy_GFmp

Australia’s extensive pipeline of #criticalminerals projects is supported by an experienced and ESG-focused mining sector. We are a global leader in #resources exploration, extraction, production and processing, built on: • a highly skilled resources workforce • over 6,000 METS companies • reliable and transparent regulation • security of tenure and dependable contract law • increasing access to renewable energy for mining and mineral processing • supportive governments, policies, incentives and programs. Australia is seeking global partners to establish safe, secure supply chains of critical minerals. Explore our latest Critical Minerals Prospectus which shares over 55 investment-ready projects: https://lnkd.in/gfiMbR8A Contact our Austrade team to learn more: Brian Hyland (UK & Ireland), Carolyn Abela Rebiscoul (France) and Johanna Harvey (she/her) (Germany).

Australia has continued global appeal as an investment destination. 📍 The Why Australia Benchmark Report 2024 shows our nation’s consistent economic growth, making #Australia a preferred destination for global investors. 🚀 - Our success is built on low taxation and a dynamic workforce. - Our 18 Free Trade Agreements (#FTA) facilitate growth and partnerships with the world's largest economies. - Foreign direct investment (#FDI) has grown by approximately 7.7% per year over the past decade. Learn more in our Why Australia Benchmark Report: https://lnkd.in/d6C5Wycd #AustralianInvestment #WhyAustralia#AustralianEconomy