Resources Technology Showcase 2025 to inspire the next generation of future thinkers
The latest tech from the State's biggest mining and energy companies, as well as the businesses that service them, will be on display at the Resources Technology Showcase.
The event, held every two years, will run from Sunday to Tuesday at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Premier Roger Cook said WA's economy was the strongest in the nation because 'of our incredible resources industry'.
'Making sure we can continue to showcase the great innovation, the science that goes into that industry is so important for inspiring the next generation of scientists and miners that are all going to be part of this great industry,' he said.
Over the three days, students will get hands-on experience with interactive tech and real-world industry exhibits, explore WA's minerals and materials, as well as compete in high-energy STEM challenges.
'It's not just about rocks and trucks in this industry, it's how you use the technology that's out there and use it to really optimise our operations,' BHP asset president of WA iron ore Tim Day said.
Rio Tinto managing director of Pilbara Mines Matthew Holcz said hopefully the event helped inspire the next generation of people in the industry.
'We're really proud that we employ some of the brightest minds in innovation who use cutting technology to make our business safer, smarter and more sustainable,' he said.
WesTrac chief executive Jarvas Croome said it was important to showcase the 'the fantastic jobs that maybe our children might want to aspire to do in the future'.
Top resources sector executives who have attended RTS in previous years include Rio Tinto iron ore boss Simon Trott, President of BHP Americas Brandon Craig and Hancock Prospecting group operations chief executive Gerhard Veldsman.
Student Euan Anderson, 10, said it was 'really amazing' to get a sneak peek of some of the new tech and equipment.
RTS 2025 is open on August 17 from 1pm to 4pm, and again on August 18 to 19 from 9am to 4pm.
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