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Sep 2019
Geelong a factor in space program
THE Australian Space Agency has been told of the potential of Geelong’s world-class advanced and composite fibre industries to contribute to the country’s space program. A submission on the International Space Investment initiative has highlighted that high- performance carbon fibre and advanced fibre materials were increasingly being used in energy-efficient...
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Sep 2019
Adding strength to fibres
THE evolution of Geelong as a global leader in cutting-edge advanced fibre manufacturing has entered a new phase. Already home to world- leading carbon fibre research facility Carbon Nexus, the appointment of a new industry leader is expected to accelerate the growth of opportunities in advanced fibre and carbon fibre...
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Sep 2019
Concrete success set to beam ’em up
A NEW form of super-strong reinforced concrete that will not fall victim to concrete cancer has passed a crucial performance test, clearing the way for it be used to build two pedestrian bridges in Geelong. Designed to go 100 years without maintenance, it’s anticipated construction of the two 10m bridges...
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May 2019
Geelong’s Advanced Fibre Cluster announces the appointment of Jennifer Conley as CEO
The Advanced Fibre Cluster Geelong, an initiative led by a group of highly innovative Geelong companies, has today announced the appointment of its CEO. Leading advanced manufacturing advocate and strategic communications specialist, Jennifer Conley, has been appointed to head the fast growing cluster. Supported by commitments from Deakin University, the...