The Sunshine Coast will host a new event showcasing emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and robotics, as part of efforts to strengthen the region’s innovation sector.
The Capital Coast: Queensland Deep Tech Investment Summit will be held at the University of the Sunshine Coast on October 15.
The event will bring together businesses working on next-generation solutions in areas including autonomous systems, sustainable energy and space-enabled technologies, while aiming to attract interstate and international venture capital into Queensland’s high-growth technology sectors.
Deep tech refers to advanced technologies built on scientific research and engineering, often designed to solve complex challenges.
The program will include keynote speakers, live business pitches and networking sessions modelled on speed-dating formats to connect technology founders with investors.
UniSC vice-chancellor and president Professor Helen Bartlett said the event, expected to attract about 200 attendees, should help raise the region’s profile.
“I look forward to the summit further positioning the Sunshine Coast as a nationally significant deep technology investment destination and strengthening Queensland’s broader innovation ecosystem,” she said.
The Queensland Government has committed $25,000 towards the conference, which will be hosted by Collider at UniSC Innovation.
“The University of the Sunshine Coast welcomes this funding, which further validates the success of UniSC Innovation in attracting tech investment to our region,” Professor Bartlett said.
“UniSC is a leader in this regard, with expertise across AI, cybersecurity, mechatronics, satellite technologies and more.
“We also have a major role to play in encouraging collaboration and commercialisation and accelerating research commercialisation pathways.
“For example, our Space to Sea Accelerator is supporting innovators to use geospatial intelligence to develop solutions across a range of industries including infrastructure, critical minerals, agriculture, and environmental management.
Minister for Science and Innovation Andrew Powell said Queensland had the talent, ideas and ambition to lead the next generation of innovation.
“Great ideas can come from anywhere, and we want to make sure Queenslanders have every opportunity to turn those ideas into success stories,” he said.
“These events bring together innovators, entrepreneurs, investors and industry to create new opportunities, solve real-world challenges and help grow Queensland’s economy.
“We’re giving Queensland innovators the support and connections they need to turn good ideas into successful businesses, new technologies and future jobs.
“Innovation is one of the strongest economic drivers we have, returning more than three dollars to the economy for every dollar invested.
“With the world’s eyes on Queensland ahead of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, now is the time to showcase our talent, attract investment and make sure the next big idea is built right here in Queensland.”
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