Bowen Basin innovation cluster opens
METS Ignited general manager industry implementation Ian Dover presenting at the cluster launch. BY ELIZABETH FABRI THE Queensland Government has launched its METS Ignited Bowen Basin Cluster Program set to create more than 3000 additional mining technology jobs in the next decade. The Mackay pilot program was announced earlier this year as part of the State Government’s Roadmap and Action Plan, part of its $420 million Advance Queensland initiative. The program is a joint initiative with METS Ignited, and aims to promote collaboration to solve real business problems and in turn deliver more jobs and business opportunities. “Local miners will identify their challenges, and local mining technology companies will collaborate on innovative solutions to bolster the North Queensland economy,’’ Member…