Report to Parliament · Venue: Tokyo International Forum, Conference Hall C 3-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo,100-0005 6.30pm – 8.30pm Dinner hosted by Sumitomo Electric Industries

Department of State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning

Report to Parliament Trade and Investment Mission to Japan, United Kingdom and Germany

2 to 10 June 2019

The Honourable Cameron Dick MP

Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning


Report to Parliament – Trade and Investment Mission to Japan, United Kingdom and Germany 2

Trade and Investment Mission to Japan, United Kingdom and Germany

TABLE OF CONTENTS Official delegation ...................................................................................................................................................... 3

Program ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Monday 3 June 2019 – Tokyo, Japan

Meeting with the Ministry of Economy, Industry and Trade (METI).............................................................. 7

Meeting with JXTG Energy Corporation ....................................................................................................... 9

Meeting with Tokyo Gas Corporation ........................................................................................................... 9

Meeting with Sumitomo Corporation ............................................................................................................ 10

World Hydrogen Technologies Convention .................................................................................................. 11

Dinner hosted by Sumitomo Electric Industries ............................................................................................ 12

Tuesday 4 June 2019 – Tokyo, Japan

Meeting and site visit with Chiyoda Corporation ......................................................................................... 13

Meeting with Japan Oil Gas and Metals National Corporation (JOGMEC) .................................................. 15

JOGMEC Queensland Renewable Hydrogen Seminar and networking function ........................................ 16

Meeting with Fortescue Metals Group .......................................................................................................... 17

Wednesday 5 June 2019 – Farnborough, United Kingdom

Meeting with QinetiQ and ImmersaView ...................................................................................................... 18

Meeting with Airbus Defence and Space Ltd ................................................................................................ 20

Thursday 6 June 2019 – London, United Kingdom

Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) Roundtable ................................................. 21

Meeting with the Right Honourable Jim Murphy, Managing Director, Arden Strategies .............................. 22

Meeting with Leonardo ................................................................................................................................. 23

Meeting with Rolls Royce ............................................................................................................................. 24

Queensland Day VIP Music Recital and Networking Reception .................................................................. 25

Friday 7 June 2019 – Dusseldorf, Germany

Meeting with Remondis ............................................................................................................................... 27



Official delegation JAPAN, UNITED KINGDOM AND GERMANY

The Honourable Cameron Dick, MP Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning

Mr Barnaby Kerdel Chief of Staff

Office of the Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning

Mr Mal Lane Executive, Defence and Industry Engagement

Defence Jobs Queensland


JAPAN ONLY

Mr Tak Adachi Queensland Trade and Investment Commissioner, Japan

Trade and Investment Queensland

UNITED KINGDOM ONLY

Ms Linda Apelt Agent-General, Queensland Trade and Investment Commissioner, Europe


Mr Warren Bartlett Deputy Trade and Investment Commissioner, Europe




Program Japan, United Kingdom and Germany Sunday 2 June to Monday 10 June 2019 Time is in local time

Sunday 2 June 2019 – Brisbane/Tokyo

9.35am – 5.55pm

Transit Brisbane to Tokyo

Monday 3 June 2019 – Tokyo

9.00am – 9.30am

Meeting with Ministry of Economy, Industry and Trade (METI) Venue: METI office, 1-3-1 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

10:00am – 11.00am

Meeting with JXTG Energy Corporation Venue: JXTG Energy Corporation head office

1-1-2 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku Tokyo

2:00pm – 3.00pm

Meeting with Tokyo Gas Corporation Venue: Tokyo Gas Headquarters, 1-5-20 Kaigan, Minato-ku, Tokyo

3.30pm – 4.30pm

Meeting with Sumitomo Corporation Venue: Sumitomo Corporation head office

Otemachi Place East Tower, 2-3-2 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku

5.10pm – 5.30pm

Speaking engagement - World Hydrogen Technologies Convention Venue: Tokyo International Forum, Conference Hall C

3-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo,100-0005

6.30pm – 8.30pm

Dinner hosted by Sumitomo Electric Industries and formal Statement of Intent (SOI) signing ceremony with Tokyo University Venue: Tokyo Sumitomo Club, 47th Floor Shinjuku Sumitomo Building

2-6-1 Nishi-shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Tuesday 4 June 2019 – Tokyo

9:30am – 11:30am

Meeting and site visit with Chiyoda Corporation Venue: Chiyoda Corporation Koyasu Office and Research Park

13, Moriya-cho 3-chome, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama 221-0022, Japan



Tuesday 4 June 2019 – Tokyo

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting with Japan Oil Gas and Metals National Corporation (JOGMEC) Venue: JOGMEC head office

Toranomon Twin Bldg, 2-10-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku Tokyo

3:00pm – 6.00pm

Keynote speech at JOGMEC Queensland Renewable Hydrogen Seminar, followed by networking function Venue: JOGMEC head office, B1 Conference Hall

Toranomon Twin Bldg, 2-10-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku Tokyo

6.30pm – 7.30pm

Meeting with Fortescue Metals Group Venue: Imperial Hotel Tokyo

1 Chome-1-1 Uchisaiwaicho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo

Wednesday 5 June 2019 – Tokyo/Farnborough/London

6.30am – 3.45pm

Transit from Tokyo to Farnborough

3.45pm – 5.00pm

Meeting and site visit with QinetiQ and ImmersaView Venue: QinetiQ Farnborough, Cody Technology Park,

Ively Rd, Farnborough GU14 0LX

5.15pm – 6.15pm

Meeting with Airbus Defence and Space Ltd including tour of the Zephyr Experience Centre and production facilities Venue: The Kelleher Centre, Unit 4 and 5, Dingley Way

Aerospace Boulevard, Farnborough, GU14 6FF

6.15pm – 7.45pm

Transit from Farnborough to London

Thursday 6 June 2019 – London

9.30am – 11.00am

Roundtable discussion and reception with the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) Venue: Marlborough House, Pall Mall, St. James's, London SW1Y 5HX

11.30am – 12.15pm

Meeting with the Right Honourable Jim Murphy, Managing Director, Arden Strategies Venue: The Royal Overseas League, 6 Park Pl, St. James's, London SW1A 1LR

12.30pm – 1.30pm

Meeting with Leonardo Venue: 10 Great George St, Westminster, London SW1P 3AE

2.00pm – 3.00pm

Meeting with Rolls Royce Venue: Rolls Royce Headquarters, 62 Buckingham Gate, London SW1E6AT



Thursday 6 June 2019 – London

5.00pm – 8.30pm

Queensland Day Reception Venue: Australia House, Downer Room and Exhibition Hall

Friday 7 June 2019 – London/ Lünen /Oberhausen/Dusseldorf

5.30am – 12.00pm

Transit from London to Dusseldorf

12.00pm – 2.30pm

Meeting at Remondis head office and tour of Remondis Lippe Plant Venue: REMONDIS GmbH & Co. KG

Brunnenstr. 138 44536 Lünen, Germany

3.30pm – 5.00pm

Tour of Remondis Oberhausen Waste to Energy Plant Venue: Buschhausener Str. 144, 46049 Oberhausen, Germany

Saturday 8 June to Monday 10 June 2019

Transit from Dusseldorf to Brisbane



Meeting with the Ministry of Economy, Industry and Trade (METI) Date: Venue:

Monday 3 June 2019

METI office - 1-3-1 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

Attendees: Mr Shin Hosaka Deputy Commissioner, Agency for Natural Resources and Energy, METI

Mr Barnaby Kerdel Chief of Staff, Office of the Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning

Mr Tak Adachi Commissioner, Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) Japan

Mr Mal Lane Executive, Defence and Industry Engagement, Defence Jobs Queensland, Department of State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning (DSDMIP)

Meeting summary: METI’s mission is to develop Japan’s economy and industry by promoting economic vitality in the private sector and advancing international trade relationships. METI is responsible for securing stable and efficient supplies of energy and mineral resources for Japan and developing Japan’s Strategic Roadmap for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells, which has provided clear targets for technology development and investment into the sector. This meeting provided the opportunity to exchange views about the potential for Queensland and Japan to collaborate on the future of renewable energy, particularly with reference to renewable hydrogen. It was also an opportunity to increase confidence in Queensland as a source of renewable hydrogen to support Japan’s vision for a long-term hydrogen society. The Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning (the Minister) briefed METI on Queensland’s Hydrogen Industry Strategy and explained how the Queensland Hydrogen Industry Strategy can support Japan to meet their commitments for a renewable energy future.

Above: Minister Dick pictured with Mr Shin Hosaka, Deputy Commissioner,

Agency for Natural Resources and Energy, METI

Other discussion points included:

• the Queensland Government’s recent work on facilitating the hydrogen industry in Queensland

• Japan’s Strategic Roadmap for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells and exploration of links with the Queensland Hydrogen Industry Strategy

• available programs and support from the Japanese Government to support Japanese companies to invest in Queensland hydrogen projects

• how the Queensland Government can work with Japanese project proponents to provide facilitation services and/or assistance with approval processes

• affirmation of the importance of security of supply relating to metallurgical coal production in Queensland.



Meeting with JXTG Nippon Oil and Energy Corporation (JXTG) Date: Venue:

Monday 3 June 2019

JXTG Energy Corporation Head Office, 1-1-2 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku Tokyo

Attendees: Mr Katsuyuki Ota President, JXTG Nippon Oil and Energy Corporation

Mr Tomohide Miyata Director, Senior Vice President, JXTG

Mr Yuichiro Fujiyama Executive Officer, JXTG

Dr Yasushi Sato Group Manager, Energy and Materials Fundamental Technology Group, R&D Solution Centre, Central Technical Research Laboratory, JXTG

Professor Scott Sheppard

Deputy Vice Chancellor and Vice President International, Queensland University of Technology (QUT)


Mr Tak Adachi Commissioner, TIQ Japan

Mr Mal Lane Executive, Defence and Industry Engagement, Defence Jobs Queensland, DSDMIP

Meeting summary: JXTG was created in April 2017 through the amalgamation of Japan’s leading petroleum related companies, JX Nippon Oil and Energy Corporation and Tonen General Corporation. JXTG account for 50 per cent of petroleum sales in the Japanese market with business areas focusing on sourcing and marketing oil and petroleum products, gas, coal and the supply of electricity and hydrogen to customers. This meeting provided the opportunity to congratulate JXTG for their part in the world’s first successful delivery of renewable hydrogen from Queensland to Japan and promote the newly announced Queensland Hydrogen Industry Strategy. The Minister provided JXTG with an overview of the Queensland Hydrogen Industry Strategy and sought feedback from JXTG on the development of their hydrogen technologies. Other discussion points included:

• opportunities for continued collaboration with Queensland research organisations and companies to develop hydrogen from renewable energy sources

• opportunities for further collaboration between Queensland and Japan to develop a renewable hydrogen industry

• the Queensland Government’s commitment to support innovation to further the development of Queensland’s hydrogen industry

• JXTG’s future investment strategy in relation to hydrogen technology.

The Minister invited JXTG to provide a presentation on its hydrogen technology to the Queensland Government Hydrogen Interdepartmental Working Group. JXTG accepted the invitation, with plans now underway to arrange the visit.



Meeting with Tokyo Gas Corporation Date: Venue:

Monday 3 June 2019

Tokyo Gas Headquarters, 1-5-20 Kaigan, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Attendees: Mr Shinichi Sasayama Managing Executive Officer, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Executive of Digital

Innovation Division and CDO, Tokyo Gas Corporation

Mr Kunihiro Nishizaki Head of Fundamental Technology Department, Digital Innovation Division

Mr Kazumi Takahata General Manager, Energy & Technology Section, Corporate Planning Department

Mr Masayuki Tamura Deputy Manager, Fundamental Technology Institute, Digital Innovation Division

Mr Takashi Tanaka Managing Director and CEO, Tokyo Gas Australia




Meeting summary: Tokyo Gas Corporation is Japan’s largest provider of city gas, procuring 14 million tonnes of gas per year and serving more than 11.6 million customers. Approximately 11 per cent of Tokyo Gas’ total imports are from their investments in Australia. This meeting provided the opportunity to thank Tokyo Gas for their early vision and long-term investment in the Queensland LNG industry, to brief Tokyo Gas on the newly announced Queensland Hydrogen Industry Strategy and provide an overview of Queensland’s renewable energy sector.

Minister Dick pictured with Tokyo Gas representatives in Tokyo


• Tokyo Gas’ future interest in hydrogen investment including their current hydrogen projects and current research and development activities

• potential opportunities for further investment in renewable energy and Queensland hydrogen including Tokyo Gas’ interest in the development of the Queensland hydrogen sector and future investment plans in Queensland

• challenges relating to the production of hydrogen with a renewable energy source

• opportunities for synthetic methane in Queensland’s LNG context.



Meeting with Sumitomo Corporation Date: Venue:

Monday 3 June 2019

Sumitomo Corporation head office

Otemachi Place East Tower, 2-3-2 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku

Attendees: Mr Tatsusaburo Kimura Global Head, Hydrogen Working Group, Sumitomo Corporation

Mr Shinji Kondo Team Leader, Hydrogen Working Group, Sumitomo Corporation

Mr Hiroshi Kuwata Assistant Manager, Coal Business Development Section, Coal and Nuclear Fuel Department, Sumitomo Corporation

Professor Scott Sheppard Deputy Vice Chancellor and Vice President International, QUT




Meeting summary: Sumitomo Corporation is one of Japan’s oldest trading companies with interests in metal products, transport and construction, infrastructure, media and digital, real estate and mineral energy resources. Through their Australian subsidiaries, Sumitomo Corporation have investments in several coal projects in Queensland which supply approximately 6 million tonnes of thermal and metallurgical coal to the Japanese market. With an increased focus on sustainability, Sumitomo Corporation have established a Hydrogen Supply Chain Working Group and have recently become a member of the Hydrogen Council (a global CEO-level initiative). This meeting provided the opportunity to thank Sumitomo Corporation for their long-term investment in the Queensland resource sector and to receive a briefing from Sumitomo Corporation on their pre-feasibility study on the potential for developing a commercial scale renewable hydrogen project in Gladstone, Queensland. The Minister provided Sumitomo Corporation with an overview of the newly announced Queensland Hydrogen Industry Strategy and Queensland’s renewable energy sector and also took the opportunity to encourage investment and collaboration with Queensland partners to develop a renewable hydrogen project in Queensland.


• potential Queensland Government support available for Sumitomo Corporation’s project plans in Gladstone

• facilitation services and assistance available from the Queensland Government to Japanese project proponents with approval processes and land planning.



World Hydrogen Technologies Convention 2019 Date: Venue: Attendees:

Monday 3 June 2019

Tokyo International Forum, 3-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

100+

Event summary: The World Hydrogen Technologies Convention (WHTC) 2019 is one of the most prestigious conferences focusing on hydrogen energy technologies, bringing together scientists, researchers, students, industrialists and government officials to exchange ideas towards sustainability. The WHTC 2019 provided a forum to present research findings and technologies for realising a hydrogen society in Japan and outlined the vision of the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games to be a showcase of hydrogen energy as an important science and technology innovation for the world. The Minister used WHTC’s global platform to promote Queensland’s competitive advantages for the production of renewable hydrogen, including the release of the Queensland Hydrogen Industry Strategy, by addressing an audience of over 100 guests with a 20-minute speech.

Minister Dick pictured presenting and visiting stands at WHTC 2019



Dinner hosted by Sumitomo Electric Industries Date: Venue:

Monday 3 June 2019

Tokyo Sumitomo Club, 47th Floor Shinjuku Sumitomo Building

2-6-1 Nishi-shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Key Attendees: Dr Junji Itoh Managing Director, General Manager, R&D Unit

General Manager, New Business Frontier R&D Laboratories

Sumitomo Electric Industries

Mr Toshifumi Hosoya General Manager, Planning Department, R&D Planning and Administration Division, Sumitomo Electric Industries

Professor Masakazu Sugiyama Research Centre for Advanced Science and Technology, University of Tokyo

Professor Ryohei Kanzaki Director, Research Centre for Advanced Science and Technology, University of Tokyo

Mr Tatsusaburo Kimura Hydrogen Working Group, Sumitomo Corporation

Mr Shinji Kondo Team Leader, Hydrogen Working Group, Sumitomo Corporation

Mr Hiroshi Kuwata Assistant Manager, Coal Business Development Section, Coal and Nuclear Fuel Department, Sumitomo Corporation





Event summary: This dinner provided the opportunity to thank Sumitomo Electric Industries, Sumitomo Corporation and University of Tokyo for their leadership in promoting the potential to export renewable hydrogen from Queensland to Japan. During the dinner, the Minister:

• promoted Queensland’s Hydrogen Industry Strategy

• signed a Statement of Intent to collaborate on hydrogen industry development with the University of Tokyo’s Research Centre for Advanced Science and Technology (RCAST)

• announced a funding contribution from the Queensland Government of $50,000 to RCAST to support hydrogen activities

• congratulated Sumitomo Electric Industries and QUT on their successful partnership to develop the concentrated solar photovoltaic trial at the Redlands research facility.



Meeting and site visit with Chiyoda Corporation Date: Venue:

Tuesday 4 June 2019

Chiyoda Corporation Koyasu Office and Research Park

13, Moriya-cho 3-chome, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama, Japan

Attendees: Mr Terunobu Iio Senior Vice President, Operation Director, Global Environment & Green Energy Project

Operation Division – Chiyoda Corporation

Mr Makoto Yasui Associate Director, Deputy Operation Director, Global Environment & Green Energy Project Operation Division – Chiyoda Corporation

Mr Yoshimi Okada Principal Researcher, Technology Development Department and Hydrogen

Supply Chain Development Department – Chiyoda Corporation

Mr Takeshi Minami

General Manager, Technology Development Department, Global Environment & Green Energy Project Operations – Chiyoda Corporation

Mr Fuyuki Yagi

R&D Manager, Research & Development Center – Chiyoda Corporation

Mr Kenichi Imagawa

Group Leader, Hydrogen Group, Research & Development Center, Technology Development Department – Chiyoda Corporation

Mr Masashi Nagai

General Manager, Hydrogen Supply Chain Development Department – Chiyoda Corporation

Mr Osamu Ikeda

Section Leader, Hydrogen Business Planning & Development Section, Hydrogen Supply Chain Development Department – Chiyoda Corporation

Mr Hideaki Tazawa

Manager, Hydrogen Business Planning & Development Section, Hydrogen Supply Chain Development Department – Chiyoda Corporation

Mr Shinichi Nakata

Senior Advisor, Hydrogen Supply Chain Development Department – Chiyoda Corporation

Mr Andrew Tan President & CEO, Chiyoda Oceania Pty Limited





Meeting summary: Chiyoda Corporation is one of Japan’s leading engineering, procurement and construction companies. Chiyoda’s traditional strengths in the LNG and oil/petrochemical industry have contributed to their deep understanding of the potential for hydrogen as a future energy source.



This meeting provided the opportunity to undertake a site visit and view a demonstration of Chiyoda’s innovative SPERA hydrogen technology that has the potential to make large scale export/transport of hydrogen a reality in the short-medium term. The Minister congratulated Chiyoda on the development of their hydrogen technologies and encouraged continued collaboration with Queensland to develop hydrogen from renewable energy sources. The Minister also took the opportunity to provide an overview of the Queensland Hydrogen Industry Strategy. Other discussion points included:

• how Chiyoda’s ground-breaking technologies enable hydrogen to be transported in a stable liquid state

• the development of a renewable hydrogen industry in Queensland

• Chiyoda’s future investment strategy in relation to hydrogen technology

• the Queensland Government’s commitment to research and technology to further the development of the Queensland hydrogen industry

• the Japanese Government’s Strategic Roadmap for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells and the potential market for Queensland renewable hydrogen in Japan.

Minister Dick pictured with Chiyoda Corporation representatives



Meeting with Japan Oil Gas and Metals National Corporation (JOGMEC) Date: Venue:

Tuesday 4 June 2019

JOGMEC head office, Toranomon Twin Bldg, 2-10-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku Tokyo

Attendees: Mr Tomonobu Uchida President, JOGMEC

Mr Takashi Ooka Director-General, Coal Development Department, JOGMEC

Mr Takashi Fukuzaki Deputy Director-General, Coal Development Department, JOGMEC

Mr Kimihiko Nakamura Senior Manager, Coal Development Division, Coal Development Department JOGMEC

Mr Kaoru Hayashi General Manager, Coal Development Department





Meeting summary: JOGMEC is responsible for securing a stable supply of strategically important resources (oil, gas, nonferrous metals and other minerals) for Japan through active exploration, development and investment. JOGMEC provides necessary funding and liability guarantees for the exploration and development of overseas resources. Hydrogen is a new industry for JOGMEC, which reflects the strong focus of the Japanese government and the expected need for programs to support development of commercial stage projects. The purpose of this meeting was to provide JOGMEC with an overview of Queensland’s Hydrogen Industry Strategy and acknowledge the recent re-signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the State of Queensland and JOGMEC to include sustainable and alternative fuels, including hydrogen. Other discussion points included:

• how Queensland’s Hydrogen Industry Strategy aligns with the recently released Japanese Strategic Roadmap for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells

• new opportunities for collaboration between Queensland and Japanese companies in the development of the Queensland hydrogen industry

• how Queensland and Japan can work together to meet their commitments for a renewable energy future

• Queensland Government support for Japanese companies seeking investment in Queensland hydrogen

• opportunities for JOGMEC to hold a hydrogen investment seminar and networking event in Queensland, similar to their Coal Investment Promotion Seminars.



JOGMEC Queensland Renewable Hydrogen Seminar and networking function

Date: Venue: Attendees:

Tuesday 4 June 2019

JOGMEC head office, Toranomon Twin Bldg, 2-10-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku Tokyo

80+

Event summary: This event provided the opportunity to further strengthen the relationship between the Queensland Government and JOGMEC and promote Queensland’s competitive advantages for the production of renewable hydrogen. Key attendees at the event included representatives from Japan’s Ministry for Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), Mitsubishi Corporation, Sumitomo Corporation, Marubeni Corporation and leading Japanese financial institutions. Minister Dick was the keynote speaker at the event and addressed an audience of more than 80 guests for 20 minutes to promote Queensland’s recently released Hydrogen Industry Strategy. During his speech, the Minister announced the appointment of Professor Masakazu Sugiyama as Queensland’s Hydrogen Envoy in Japan, as well as the signed Statement of Intent between the State of Queensland and University of Tokyo to collaborate on hydrogen. The Minister also provided Professor Sugiyama with a certificate commemorating his appointment at the end of his speech.



Meeting with Fortescue Metals Group Date: Venue:

Tuesday 4 June 2019

Imperial Hotel, Tokyo

Attendees: Mr JP Olivier Group Manager Strategy, Fortescue Metals Group

Mr Michel Gantois Group Manager Hydrogen, Fortescue Metals Group

Mr Brian Mumme Managing Director, Commercial Resource Solutions Pty Ltd

Mr Michael Dolan Hydrogen Innovation and Development Lead, Fortescue Metals Group




Meeting summary: Fortescue Metals Group is a global leader in the iron ore industry, recognised for its unique culture, innovation and industry-leading development of world class infrastructure and mining assets in the Pilbara, Western Australia. Following the Minister’s presentation to the World Hydrogen Technologies Convention 2019, Fortescue Metals approached the delegation and requested this unscheduled meeting with the Minister. Key discussion points included:

• opportunities to partner with Fortescue Metals Group for investments in Queensland

• opportunities to collaborate on developing the hydrogen industry including the importance of having standardised national policy settings

• Fortescue Metals Group’s interest in hydrogen in their mining operations, domestic applications and export.



Meeting with QinetiQ and ImmersaView Date: Venue:

Wednesday 5 June 2019

QinetiQ Farnborough, Cody Technology Park, Ively Road, Farnborough

Attendees: Mr Ian Farley Managing Director – International, QinetiQ

Ms Cathy O’Carroll Global Campaign Director – Integrated Test and Evaluation, QinetiQ

Mr Lindsay Pears General Manager Strategy, QinetiQ Australia

Mr John Childs Technical Sales Manager, Test and Evaluation Solution Architect, QinetiQ

Mr Gary Summons International Test and Evaluation Lead, QinetiQ

Mr Sanjay Kehita Director, Strategic Alliances PLEXSYS (ImmersaView representative)


Mr Warren Bartlett Deputy Trade and Investment Commissioner, Europe, TIQ


Meeting summary: QinetiQ is a company of scientists and engineers offering engineering and management advice and services across the land, aerospace and maritime sectors. In the United Kingdom, QinetiQ has long-term agreements to operate Ministry of Defence facilities including test ranges for manned, unmanned and autonomous systems in air, sea and land. ImmersaView develops advanced software for complex visualisation applications in the defence, simulation, audio visual, education, energy and emergency services industries. Headquartered in Brisbane, ImmersaView’s continued success across global markets has led to the opening of three locations in Sydney, Orlando and London. In 2016, ImmersaView was acquired by PLEXYS, a global leader in modelling and simulation software and live, virtual and constructive training. The purpose of this meeting was to gain an understanding of QinetiQ’s expertise in developing and operating unmanned aerial systems’ (UAS) test sites, including receiving a briefing on QinetiQ UAS test capabilities and future plans. The meeting provided the opportunity to attend live, virtual and constructive capability demonstrations of UAS test flights at QinetiQ’s Farnborough site and to explore QinetiQ’s appetite for operating and investing in UAS sites in Queensland. A representative from Queensland company ImmersaView, which provides advanced simulation software at the QinetiQ facility, also attended the meeting. Other points of discussion included:

• the service and capabilities that a UAS test operator like QinetiQ can offer to realising the Queensland Government’s vision to create world class UAS facilities and industry in Queensland

• QinetiQ’s interest in potentially investing in aspects of a UAS test facility in Queensland, particularly instrumentation and telemetry, air traffic control in the test range and value-add services such as data capture and analysis

• ImmersaView’s capabilities in complex simulation software.



Minister Dick pictured with representatives from QinetiQ and ImmersaView



Meeting with Airbus Defence and Space Ltd Date: Venue:

Wednesday 5 June 2019

The Kelleher Centre, Unit 4 and 5, Dingley Way

Aerospace Boulevard, Farnborough

Attendees: Mr Tom Williams Public Affairs Manager (Technology, Digital and Defence), Airbus

Mr Nigel Chandler Head of Zephyr Sales, Airbus

Dr Roger Tidswell Innov8 Technology Management Ltd




Meeting summary: The purpose of this meeting was to receive a briefing on the Airbus Defence and Space Zephyr High Altitude Pseudo Satellite (HAPS) Program and visit the manufacturing facility. The Airbus “Zephyr” HAPS is a solar-electric, stratospheric Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV). It runs exclusively on solar power, flying above the weather and conventional air traffic. The Zephyr is designed to fill a capability gap complementary to satellites, UAVs and manned aircraft by providing affordable and persistent local satellite-like services. This meeting provided the opportunity to explore prospects for the Zephyr HAPS Program to conduct trials in Queensland with the possibility of relocating the program to Queensland in the future.


• Queensland’s plans to be an international hub for unmanned and trusted autonomous systems, as articulated in the Advance Queensland Aerospace 10-Year Roadmap and Action Plan

• opportunities for Zephyr in emergency services and surveillance operations including in the Pacific.

Left: Minister Dick pictured with Airbus Defence and Space representatives



Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) Roundtable Date: Venue: Attendees:

Thursday 6 June 2019

Marlborough House, Pall Mall, St. James's, London

20+ attendees

Event summary: CWEIC was established in July 2014 with the support of the Commonwealth Secretariat and member governments to be the Commonwealth’s apex business organisation. CWEIC is aligned to the Commonwealth Heads of Government to promote intra-Commonwealth trade and investment and the role of the private sector across the 52 member countries. The Queensland Government’s strategic partnership with CWEIC provides a platform to promote Queensland and encourage UK businesses to look at opportunities in Queensland. The Minister provided a 15-minute speech to approximately 20 United Kingdom based strategic partners, potential investors and associates of CWEIC, outlining Queensland’s priority markets and major Queensland investment opportunities to encourage inward investment from the Commonwealth.

Minister Dick pictured with selected attendees of the CWEIC Roundtable



Meeting with the Right Honourable Jim Murphy, Managing Director, Arden Strategies

Date: Venue:


The Royal Overseas League, 6 Park Pl, St. James's, London

Attendees: The Right Honourable Jim Murphy Managing Director, Arden Strategies


Ms Linda Apelt Agent-General for Queensland and Trade and Investment Commissioner, Europe, TIQ


Meeting summary: Arden Strategies is a strategic advisory firm and communication specialist established in 2015 by the former UK Cabinet Minister, the Right Honourable Jim Murphy. The company helps businesses and charities better understand politics and public policy. At a time of heightened global uncertainty, Arden Strategies also connect clients with international networks of opinion formers and leaders, helping them to strategically position themselves internationally, and where relevant, link them to international investor communities. The purpose of this meeting was to receive a briefing on the implications of Brexit and the potential effect on Queensland businesses internationally and to gain insight into trade and investment opportunities between Queensland and the UK, considering Brexit. Other discussion points included:

• how Brexit uncertainty is affecting Queensland exporters and the challenges that exporters in the UK are experiencing

• potential opportunities for Queensland businesses in a post-Brexit environment.



Meeting with Leonardo Date: Venue:


10 Great George St, Westminster, London

Attendees: Mr Chris Bushell Director, Government Affairs at Leonardo MW Ltd

Mr Mark Chapple Director, Sales, Marketing and Business Development, Oceania Region, Leonardo




Meeting summary: Leonardo is an Italian global high-tech multinational company specialising in aerospace, defence and security. Leonardo offer complete and integrated solutions in strategic sectors such as helicopters, aeronautics, unmanned systems, defence and security electronics, defence systems and satellite systems and services. The purpose of this meeting was to receive a briefing on Leonardo’s activities in the region and discuss potential growth plans for Queensland. The meeting provided the opportunity to outline Queensland’s growing defence industry capabilities and encourage investment from Leonardo in Queensland. Other discussion points included:

• Queensland’s defence and aerospace industries and Queensland Government support available to attract international investment into the sector

• opportunities for Queensland defence and aerospace exporters to engage with Leonardo’s global supply chain

• Leonardo’s activities in Queensland, particularly in relation to the development of a productive local supply chain in Queensland

• the future strategic priorities for Leonardo in Queensland.



Meeting with Rolls Royce Date: Venue:


Rolls Royce Headquarters, 62 Buckingham Gate, London

Attendees: Mr Sam Cameron, OBE Senior Vice President – Customer and Government Relations – Defence, Rolls Royce

UK

Mr Glenn Kelly Head – UK Government Relations – Defence, Rolls Royce UK




Meeting summary: Rolls Royce is a world-leading provider of power sources (engines) and services for use on land, at sea and in the air. It has established a strong position in global markets – civil aerospace, defence aerospace, marine and energy and nuclear. The purpose of this meeting was to receive a briefing on Rolls-Royce’s strategic outlook for Australia and explore Rolls Royce’s expansion aspirations. The Minister took the opportunity to outline Queensland’s defence industries and aerospace capabilities including the Queensland Defence Industries 10-Year Roadmap and Action Plan and the Queensland Aerospace 10-Year Roadmap and Action Plan. The meeting also provided the opportunity to promote the MRO Australasia 2020 Conference in Brisbane in March 2020.

Other points of discussion included:

• what the Queensland Government is doing to attract defence and aerospace industries to the state

• potential opportunities in Queensland to explore high technology aerospace component repair and manufacture, research and development of niche aerospace capabilities and high-end composites design and manufacture

• Rolls Royce’s plans for defence industries and aerospace in Australia

• overview of Rolls Royce’s business model

• potential opportunities for future Australian military helicopter programs. Left: Minister Dick pictured with Mr Sam Cameron OBE, Rolls Royce UK



Queensland Day VIP Music Recital and Networking Reception Date: Venue: Attendees:


Australia House, Downer Room and Exhibition Hall

350+ guests

Event summary: Queensland Day is a celebration of Queensland’s birthday and its official separation from New South Wales as an independent colony on 6 June 1859. Celebrated annually, Queensland Day is an opportunity to commemorate the state’s culture, heritage, people, places and industry. The annual Queensland Day VIP Music Recital and Networking Reception in London provided the opportunity to promote Queensland’s investment, tourism and education priorities to an influential UK and international audience. The Minister delivered a five-minute speech at the reception to celebrate the 160th Queensland Day, promote the historic and enduring relationship between Queensland and the UK and promote Queensland as the perfect destination for business, tourism and international education. More than 350 guests were in attendance, with key attendees including the Australian High Commissioner, senior UK and Australian government officials, the Secretary-General of The Commonwealth, members of the diplomatic community, senior business leaders including inward investors, community leaders and influential members of the Queensland, British and international public with close ties to Queensland.

Minister Dick pictured addressing the Queensland Day Reception



Minister Dick pictured at the Queensland Day Reception with the Right Honourable Patricia Scotland, Secretary-General, The Commonwealth and Ms Linda Apelt, Agent-General and Queensland Trade and Investment Commissioner - Europe



Meeting with Remondis Date: Venue:

Friday 7 June 2019

Remondis Lippe Plant - Brunnenstr. 138 44536 Lünen, Germany

Remondis Oberhausen Plant - Buschhausener Str. 144, 46049 Oberhausen, Germany

Attendees: Mr Egbert Toelle Member of the Board, Remondis

Mr Torsten Weber Managing Director, Remondis International and Chairman of the Board, Remondis Australia

Mr Bret Collins General Manager QLD, Operations and Business Development, Remondis Australia



Meeting summary: Remondis Group, headquartered in Lunen, is a family run, privately owned business with global revenues of approximately A$15 billion. It is one of the world’s largest recycling, service and water companies. With over 30,000 employees and around 800 business locations across four continents, the group serves more than 30 million people and thousands of companies. The Remondis Group operates in many fields of business. It recovers raw materials from waste, develops innovative recycled products, offers alternative fuels and plays an important role in the water management sector by supplying water and treating wastewater. In addition, Remondis removes pollutants from residual hazardous wastes, which are unable to be recycled with today’s technology, and disposes of them using eco-friendly methods. The purpose of this meeting was to view Remondis Group’s Energy from Waste and resource recovery facilities in Lunen and Oberhausen, Germany. This meeting provided the opportunity to gain a better understanding of the operation of these types of facilities and further understand the commitment Remondis may make in Queensland.

Discussion points included:

• the proposed $400 million Remondis Energy from Waste facility at Swanbank, Ipswich

• the establishment of Remondis Aqua, a subsidiary of Remondis Group’s water management division, in Brisbane

• overview of the Remondis corporate structure, history, growth and aspirations

• the support available from the Queensland Government for the proposed Energy from Waste facility at Swanbank, Ipswich.

Left: Minister Dick pictured looking into a waste to energy furnace at Remondis’ waste to energy plant

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