Realising tomorrow’s technological potential, today
The Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct (AARP) is an internationally recognised innovation hub, set on 51ha north of the Perth CBD in Western Australia.
As a leading global destination for technology trailblazers, the AARP offers facilities for testing, research, development and training in autonomous, remote operations, and robotic systems and equipment.
The AARP’s state-of-the-art facilities provide large corporates, small to medium enterprises and startups access to multi-purpose and multi-use test beds for testing and development of robotics and autonomous equipment to accelerate technology development in real-world conditions, without the obstacles of accessing a production environment.
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A unique testing and development environment
The AARP is Australia’s largest operational testing, development and innovation environment. It’s purpose-designed for research and development, testing, and training in automation, remote operations and robotic systems and equipment.
The hub provides local, national and global companies with a unique environment that facilitates testing free from the limitations of real world, on-site activities.
The AARP aims to achieve low carbon/zero-carbon status through use of cutting-edge technologies. It will be serviced by the construction of a renewable energy hub.
A globally linked, locally relevant facility
The AARP leverages the significant strengths of Western Australia to bring together global leaders in the field of automation and robotics.
The AARP provides access to a globally linked and locally relevant test facility, with test laboratories, virtual laboratories and design co labs. In addition, the AARP is firm in its mission to connect all the players critical to innovation – from relevant industry and government stakeholders, to investors and venture capitalists.
A location recognised for industrial technology
Australia is already known worldwide for its early application of industrial robotics and automation technology, particularly across its vast mining and resources sector. The AARP capitalises on the rapid adoption of these new technologies.
The AARP provides companies across a range of industries ready access to facilities and an ecosystem to accelerate commercial advantage, including a supportive environment and tools and training necessary to develop, test and showcase robotics and automation products and processes. In time, we anticipate the AARP will service the global robotics and automation ecosystem, alongside other world-leading robotics development hubs such as the US, China, Korea, Singapore, and Denmark.
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Find out more about accessing the AARP and our range of testing facilities today.
Get in touch with the AARP team and explore how we can help you test, develop and accelerate your robotics technology.
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The AARP is proud to work and collaborate with a group of committed partners who share our exciting vision.
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People of the AARP
We’ve brought together a team of visionary leaders and innovators whose collective experience, drive and passion create the strongest foundation for the AARP to grow, thrive, and develop groundbreaking technology that makes a world of difference.
Tamryn Barker
National Lead
Tamryn is a seasoned industry professional having co-founded CORE Innovation Hub with a vision to build culture, capability, and community in the energy and resources sectors. A highly experienced strategist, Tamryn has experience with startups, innovators, governments, and industry. Tamryn is helping to build autonomous and robotics capability throughout Australia and the world.
Alex Bertram
Advisor
Alex is passionate about getting emerging technology into the hands of frontline workers, with a focus on making a tangible difference in sustainability outcomes across the energy and resources industry - particularly carbon emissions and frontline safety. Today, Alex focuses his efforts on accelerating development of emerging technologies in Australia through his role as Mining Innovation Lead for the Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct.
Renu Kannu
Business Partnerships Lead
Renu is responsible for fostering a thriving business community across the broader automation and robotics ecosystem. With more than 7 years experience in project management, market research, stakeholder engagement, strategic partnerships, and digital marketing, Renu understands the power of connection and collaboration in building a world class industry driven facility.
Renee Hakendorf
Industry Engagement Lead
Renee is passionate about creating thriving business and innovation communities,helping to transition and grow some of Australia’s critical industries. Renee works to engage industry and SMEs to explore automation and robotics both within business and across sectors.
Libby McMichael
Marketing & Communications Lead
Libby is a seasoned marketing professional with more than 15 years experience in Marketing and Communications, Libby serves as ambassador of the Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct brand, engaging stakeholders to ensure the success of activities, events, partnerships and programs are amplified to the right audiences at the right time.
Cameron Stevens
Safety Technology Lead
Cameron is a technologist and Chartered Health & Safety Professional transforming human and organisational performance in high risk industry. Cameron’s knowledge combination of cutting-edge technology, human centred design, creative thinking and scientific method will ensure the Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct continues to deliver safe, ethical and responsible robotics and automation facilities.
Robotics and automation collaboration is already happening
Several innovative test projects are already underway at the AARP, with exciting and dynamic plans for users.
A Brief History
April 2023
Construction has commenced on the 1,200sqm Common User Facility (CUF), featuring co-working offices, research, development and display areas, laboratories and workshop facilities for the development of new automation and robotics technologies, and be powered by emission-free solar power linked to a battery and microgrid network.
Test beds, entry road and all servicing infrastructure is complete. The focus now shifts to the construction of the landmark Common User Facility building with completion scheduled for 2024.
August 2022
WA-founded CORE Innovation Hub is appointed to operate and activate the AARP on behalf of DevelopmentWA. The initial three-year contract will see CORE take responsibility for attracting, securing and retaining new partners and users.
October 2021
AARP is launched. Work begins at the precinct and roads and infrastructure works get going on site. Announcements are made that this will be one of the biggest test facilities of its kind in the world.
July 2020
The Western Australian Government announces it will fund the creation of a world-class automation and robotics precinct in Neerabup, in Perth’s rapidly-growing northern corridor.
One of the biggest test facilities of its kind in the world.
The AARP is designed to facilitate innovation. It will ultimately provide its users with access to test beds, laboratories, design co-labs and the landmark Common User Facility (CUF) building due for 2024 completion. This with feature office space, showcasing areas, workshop facilities, laboratories, small-scale fabrication facilities and training rooms.
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