Mackay has taken a vital step in becoming a key player in Queensland’s new critical minerals sector.
Construction is now complete on stage two of the Resources Centre of Excellence (RCOE) – the Future Industries Hub.
Delivered by Fergus Builders, the project marks a major milestone in expanding the RCOE’s capacity to support emerging industries and advanced manufacturing.
It will also support activities around critical minerals, reprocessing of tailings, and other precious metals.
The modern facility will also feature flexible, innovative meeting and training spaces, and upgraded amenities designed to foster collaboration between industry, researchers and education providers.
Mayor Greg Williamson said council provided about $6 million to bring stage two to life, recognising the project’s role in driving economic diversification, creating skilled jobs and attracting investment to the region.
“The Resources Centre of Excellence has become a leader for the whole resources sector in the nation and we are very proud of that,” Mayor Williamson said.
“The Future Industries Hub is now setting our region up to support the industries of the future,” he said.
“This facility keeps us on the forefront of the ever-evolving resources sector and lets us focus on training, research and development, while growing industry connections and partnerships.
“This isn’t just about mining – this facility will allow our region to foster greater collaboration within the agriculture, sugar and bio futures sectors and allow us to lead technology-based initiatives.”
Steven Boxall, CEO, Resources Centre of Excellence said the completion of stage two of the Resources Centre of Excellence marked a significant leap forward in RCOE’s commitment to innovation and sustainability in the critical minerals sector.
“We are excited about the potential this facility holds for driving economic diversification and creating skilled jobs in our region," Mr Boxall said.
With construction complete, council is preparing to hand over the facility to RCOE so that interior fit-outs can begin.
For more information on the RCOE stage two, head to rcoe.com.au/future-industries-hub
The Future Industries Hub at Mackay’s Resources Centre of Excellence is now complete, marking a major step in positioning the region at the forefront of Queensland’s critical minerals and advanced manufacturing sectors. Photos supplied
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