Biomanufacturing in Queensland’s Bioeconomy Heartland – Mackay Regional Showcase

Extend your evokeAG experience with an exclusive one-day satellite tour of Mackay, the heart of Australia’s emerging biomanufacturing industry. Co-hosted by Greater Whitsunday Alliance (GW3), Queensland University of Technology (QUT), and the Resources Centre of Excellence (RCOE), this free tour offers a unique insight into the region's advanced agriculture and biomanufacturing capabilities.

Tour Highlights:

Mackay Pilot Plant & Mackay Sugar’s Racecourse Mill: Explore the newly commissioned QUT Mackay Pilot Plant and Mackay Sugar’s Racecourse Mill to learn about state-of-the-art precision fermentation and biorefining innovations.
Resources Centre of Excellence: Enjoy a working lunch while touring the underground mine simulator and learning from industry leaders.
Regional Showcase: Visit a number of locations, including North Queensland Bulk Ports Port of Mackay and other regional highlights, to see how Mackay connects industry, agriculture, and biomanufacturing.

Event Details:
📅 Date: Friday, 21 February 2025
🕘 Time: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Delegates gather (location TBD) for bus transfers to commence the tour.
👟 Dress Code: Closed-in shoes are required.

Travel, flights, and accommodation are at participants’ expense. Discounted accommodation rates are available at Aligned Corporate Residences Mackay thanks to the RCOE's exclusive rates—use promo code RCOE or contact Deb Hackney at mackay.gm@acresidences.com.au.

Secure your spot to connect with experts, tour world-class facilities, and discover how Mackay is transforming the future of food and biomanufacturing!

(This tour is a free sideline event aligned with the evokeAG conference in Brisbane 2025.)