The Australian federal government has published a new discussion paper on the development of a National Robotics Strategy as part of an effort to foster advanced manufacturing in the country.
The Albanese government has released a discussion paper, aimed at gathering feedback to develop a new National Robotics Strategy.
Automation technologies, including robotics, provide an opportunity to add between $170 billion to $600 billion per year to Australia’s GDP by 2030.
Minister for Industry and Science, Ed Husic, highlighted that Australia is well-positioned to grow its robotics industry, given its world-class research institutions, highly skilled workforce, and favorable business environment.
The announcement comes on the heels of the recent approval of the $15 billion National Reconstruction Fund by Parliament.
The discussion paper will explore both the advantages and obstacles of Australian industries integrating robotics and automation, and initiate a dialogue on promoting the responsible use and development of these technologies across the country.
The feedback obtained from the discussion paper will aid in identifying key focus areas for the advancement of Australian robotics and automation technologies, taking into consideration existing strengths and areas requiring improvement.
“Importantly, if we want to grow advanced manufacturing in Australia, we will need to explore ways to boost our robotics and automation capabilities,”
“Australia has all the ingredients to grow our robotics industry – world-class research institutions, a highly skilled workforce and favourable business conditions,” said Husic
The discussion paper will also examine and address issues such as the development of standards and regulations for robotics and automation, the role of robotics in improving workplace safety, and the potential impact of robotics
“Responses to the discussion paper will help to identify priority areas for the future of Australian robotics and automation technologies, including existing strengths and gaps to be addressed,” said Husic
