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For over 30 years the Queensland Mining & Engineering Exhibition (QME) has been at the heart of the mining sector in Mackay. Returning to the Mackay Showgrounds in 2024, QME will be the ultimate showcase of supplier innovation and excellence and will illustrate the world class capabilities of Mackay and the broader Central Queensland region.
With an impressive lineup of over 300 exhibitors, including Hastings Deering, Hitachi Construction Machinery, Komatsu, Milwaukee Tool, Pedders, Pirtek, SGS, Thiess and TRHC, QME has gone from strength to strength and outgrown it’s 2022 event, which at the time was the largest QME event held in several years.
Alongside the exhibition floor, QME features a free-to-attend Seminar Series sponsored by Komatsu, a series of masterclass workshops in the 500 Pavilion, live demonstrations and presentations, plus exclusive industry events including the QME Opening Party sponsored by Hastings Deering and the prestigious Queensland Mining Awards Gala Presentation Dinner.
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The Opening Party kicks off festivities on Tuesday 21 July. This exclusive event is hosted in conjunction with the Queensland Resources Council and is expected to attract hundreds of guests who will have the opportunity to hear from Hastings Deering who are the sponsors as well as network with both visitors and suppliers at the conclusion of the first day.
Returning to QME in 2024 is the largest line up of mining companies and contractors exhibiting in the Mining House Pavilion. Participants include Anglo American, BHP and BMA, Bravus, BUMA, Glencore, Mackellar Group and Whitehaven Coal. These companies are eager to share their many ongoing initiatives, speak about their job vacancies, engage with suppliers at the event and connect face-to-face with the industry.
New to the event this year is the introduction of the Decarbonisation Showcase which is focused on assisting companies to meet their growing ESG requirements by showcasing smart and sustainable solutions with displays from industry leaders including Commodore Australia, Danfoss, Earthtrack Group, FLSmidth, Komatsu, Parker and WEG.
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Anyone participating in or supplying Queensland's mining industry is welcome to visit the three-day event. In particular, engineers, management and site personnel will benefit from the program and exhibition.
QME will be held from 23-25 July at the Mackay Showgrounds. For more information and to register for free, visit qmeexpo.com.au.
QME Seminar Series Preview
Off the exhibition floor, visitors can stay ahead of mining developments and get attuned with the latest industry knowledge through QME’s free-to-attend Seminar Series sponsored by Komatsu.
The QME Seminar Series will look at the latest technological innovations and collaborative approaches to improve productivity and long term strategy for the mining sector. The very latest advances in technology and innovation across the mining value chain were addressed as well as specific technical developments to maintain the mine's highest level of safety and reliability.
Mayor of the Mackay Regional Council, Greg Williamson, will deliver the opening remarks at the QME seminar series to kickstart three days of dynamic discussions, including keynote ministerial addresses, presentations from subject matter experts, and group panel discussions led by key industry leaders.
The carefully curated Seminar Series will highlight emerging trends, industry challenges, and innovative solutions across various topics. These sessions will cover the Future of Mining, Diversification, Critical Minerals, Smart Mining Technology, Clean Energy, Occupational Health and Safety, and Investment Outlook.
QME 2024 is gearing up to host an unparalleled gathering of experts from across the industry, boasting more than 70 industry speakers including government representatives, business leaders, corporate executives, industry personnel and educational experts. Throughout the three-day Seminar Series, attendees will have the opportunity to hear from The Hon Madeleine King (Minister for Resources & Minister for Northern Australia, Australian Government), The Hon Scott Stewart (Minister for Resources & Critical Minerals, Queensland Government), Dale Last (Shadow Minister for Natural Resources & Mines, Queensland Government), Dr Ross Lambie (Chief Economist, Minerals Council of Australia), Matt Cooper (CEO, North Star Energy), Bobbie Foot (General Manager, Infrastructure and Services, BMA), Professor Rick Valenta (Director, Sustainable Minerals Institute), Scott Winter (Managing Director & CEO, Critical Minerals Group) and many, many more.
Here are just some of the sessions being showcased across all three days of the event. For more details, see the Seminar Series program available on the QME website.
Tuesday 23rd July
Keynote Ministerial Address: Fast-tracking the transition to critical minerals – milestones and opportunities
Presented by The Hon Madeleine King, Minister for Resources & Minister for Northern Australia, Australian Government
Capitalising on Queensland’s resources: where to next?
Presented by Warwick Agnew, Director-General, Department of Resources
Panel discussion: Leveraging mining royalties to build the economy
Presented by Jodie Currie, Janette Hewson, Paul, Dr Matt Anderson, Dr Ross Lambie & Tara Diamond
Panel discussion: Advancing gender balance in a male-dominated sector
Presented by Mindy Trezise, Sarah Gooley, Eden Hodson & Robyn Bartlett
Wednesday 24th July
Keynote Ministerial Address: Investing in Queensland’s resources future – where to next?
Presented by The Hon Scott Stewart, Minister for Resources & Critical Minerals, Queensland Government
Consolidating Queensland’s natural resources base – milestones and challenges
Presented by Dale Last, Shadow Minister for Natural Resources & Mines, Queensland Government
Assessing the mining potential of critical minerals as a clean energy source
Presented by Scott Winter, Managing Director & CEO, Critical Minerals Group
Panel discussion: Building collaboration between industry and academia to build new skills
Presented by Anton Guinea, Larnie Mackay, Robert Buttery & Bill Mundy
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Thursday 25th July
Advances in smart mining: exploring the promise of zero entry mining and automation
Presented by Jeff Sterling (Director, Universal Field Robots (UFR))
Panel discussion: Tech-driven mining operations: a window to enhanced efficiency and precision
Presented by Steven Boxall, Paul Flick, Dean Kirkwood & Taylor McKertich
Panel discussion: Safely and effectively Removing feral animals – EPA & Biosecurity
Presented by Darren Philip, Nigel Ryan, Adam Quinn & Beau Nielsen
Panel discussion: Navigating the recognised standard 22 management structure to support health and safety
Presented by Anthony Beasley, Steve Amor, Scott Graham & Tom O’Connor
To see the full seminar program please visit qmeexpo.com.au.
