WA Government supporting the growth of WA Mining Equipment and Services
As part of the Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia (MRIWA) METS Innovation Program, five WA Mining Equipment and Services (METS) companies have received a total of $1.25 million.
The funds are intended to directly accelerate the development of companies, products and new markets benefiting the Western Australian economy.
The five successful companies and projects were:
- Total Marine Technology – Automation System for Processing Tank Descale Rig with Advanced AI driven 4D radar and 3D camera technologies;
- Aquirian Limited – Collar Keeper System Automation Phase;
- Big Roller Overland Conveyor Company – Big Roller, energy-efficient overland conveying;
- Electric Power Conversions Australia – Cooling System for Retrofitted Electric Mining Truck batteries; and
- CMG Operations – Raptor Grav – a next generation airborne gravimeter.
Mines and Petroleum Minister David Michael says the industry is an important part of the WA economy.
“The Westen Australian METS sector underpins the global success and competitiveness of our minerals and mining industries,” he said.
He says it is the government’s responsibility to support and help grow industries to propel the mining sector to new heights.
“Supporting research into cutting-edge technologies and techniques helps bring new products and services to market quicker.
“MRIWA funding is helping deliver this Government’s economic diversity priorities, while working to sustain our globally competitive mining sector through targeted research,” he said.
Applications to the next METS funding round close on 4 March 2025.