Curtin has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Yokogawa Electric Corporation to explore exciting opportunities in automation technologies for mining.

The partnership will focus on graduate pathways, internships, research and course development, specifically in the field of digital twins for mining. It aims to combine Curtin’s expertise in mining and digital innovation with Yokogawa’s global leadership in industrial automation, control systems, measurement and information technologies.

This collaboration supports the WA School of Mines and the Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Trailblazer, marking a step forward for industry-driven education and innovation.

Thank you to everyone involved, with a special mention to Adjunct Professor Rod Love, Dr Siavash Khaksar and Professor Iain Murray who facilitated the partnership.

A woman and man sit at a signing table and shaking hands.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne (left) with Yokogawa Australia and New Zealand Managing Director Russell Palmer (right).
A group of people in corporate attire smiling.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne (front, third from right); Yokogawa Australia and New Zealand Managing Director Russell Palmer (front, fourth from right); and Yokogawa Electric (Japan) Director and Executive Chairperson Hitoshi Nara (front, fifth from right) with Yokogawa and Curtin representatives.