# Event Details - **Event Name**: MEGATRENDS in MANUFACTURING - Future-Focused Manufacturing - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 29 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 am – Thu, 29 Oct, 2026 at 01:30 pm (+10:00) - **Event Description**: Explore how sustainability, AI and innovation drive manufacturing efficiency, growth, competitiveness and future prosperity.About this EventThis two-part event is brought to you in partnership with the City of Moreton Bay.Breakfast: will feature 3 keynote speakers followed by a Q&A segment where attendees can ask questions of the panellists.Workshop: Rishi Dubey will lead manufacturers through a practical workshop to identify digital and AI opportunities, assess readiness, and prioritise actionable next steps for implementation.Keynote speakers:Sustainability as a commercial opportunity, not just compliance - The most resilient manufacturers don't choose between profitability and sustainability, they achieve both. Discover how leading businesses are turning sustainability from a compliance obligation into a strategic opportunity for cost savings, efficiency, innovation and long-term growth. – Brett Spicer, Bird & Bower Advisory.Beyond the AI Hype: Practical Applications for Manufacturers - AI is becoming a necessity for improving productivity, decision-making and operational efficiency across the manufacturing industry. Hear how manufacturers can unlock real value from AI by connecting it to trusted data, existing ERP and operational systems, and the workflows that frontline teams use every day. - Rishi Dubey, CTO, SSDN ConsultingManufacturing the Future Through InnovationInnovation is no longer optional for manufacturers seeking to thrive in an increasingly complex and competitive environment. Discover how innovation in manufacturing value chains and resource attraction can help regions and businesses unlock new opportunities for growth, investment and long-term prosperity. - Professor Retha Scheepers, UniSC.Q&A: Engage directly with our experts and get your questions answered!Don’t miss the opportunity to gain valuable insights and network with industry leaders. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/abb6b1f0-a7f1-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w1200-h250-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Brought to you in partnership with City of Moreton Bay and Queensland Government.Agenda🕑: 07:00 AM - 09:00 AMMEGATRENDS in MANUFACTURING - BREAKFASTHost: Associate Professor Retha Scheepers, UniSC.Info: Dive into the future of manufacturing at our exclusive breakfast event, Megatrends in Manufacturing with City of Moreton Bay and the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development. This session will explore how manufacturers can build competitive advantage through innovation, harness practical AI to improve productivity and decision-making, and transform sustainability from a compliance obligation into a powerful driver of efficiency, resilience and long-term growth. This breakfast will feature 3 keynote speakers followed by a Q&A segment where attendees can ask questions of the panellists.🕑: 09:45 AM - 01:15 PMMEGATRENDS in MANUFACTURING - WORKSHOPHost: Bindiya NagpalInfo: From Manufacturing Challenges to Practical Digital and AI Opportunities. This practical three-hour workshop will help manufacturers explore their digital and AI readiness and identify where data, automation and AI may add operational value. Through guided activities, participants will shortlist priority opportunities and define practical next steps for further assessment or a potential pilot, incorporating Australian responsible-AI considerations. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/eatons-hill/megatrends-in-manufacturing-future-focused-manufacturing/100001991959254753 - **Event Categories**: workshops, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 33, max: 82.5, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Eatons Hill - **state**: QL - **country**: Australia - **location**: Eatons Hill Hotel - **lat**: -27.3387684 - **long**: 152.9618641 - **full address**: Eatons Hill Hotel, 646 South Pine Road, Eatons Hill, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: MEGATRENDS in MANUFACTURING - Future-Focused Manufacturing - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/495513bd53333eb2b48bdfdc0fe111ce4820e54b5125ca30cf103930581132d2-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080828-gmir.jpg?v=1788479204 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is MEGATRENDS in MANUFACTURING - Future-Focused Manufacturing being held? - **A:** MEGATRENDS in MANUFACTURING - Future-Focused Manufacturing takes place on Thu, 29 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 am to Thu, 29 Oct, 2026 at 01:30 pm at Eatons Hill Hotel, 646 South Pine Road, Eatons Hill, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing MEGATRENDS in MANUFACTURING - Future-Focused Manufacturing? - **A:** MEGATRENDS in MANUFACTURING - Future-Focused Manufacturing is organized by Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** MEGATRENDS in MANUFACTURING - Future-Focused Manufacturing is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Eatons Hill, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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