HMA sponsors
Thank you to our 2025 sponsors.
Downer Group
Major sponsor
Downer has a long and proud history in the Hunter dating back more than a century.
Today, we are the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand, and the services we deliver enable the lives of thousands of people who call the Hunter region home every day.
This is the 17th year the Group has been a proud sponsor of HMA.
CIVMEC
Gold Sponsor
Civmec is a multidisciplinary construction and engineering services provider to the Energy, Resources, Infrastructure, Marine and Defence sectors.
Our vision is to grow sustainably, delivering mutually beneficial outcomes for all stakeholders.
NTP TALENT
Gold Sponsor
NTP Talent, or NewyTechPeople as they’re better known around Newcastle, builds teams and communities through specialist recruitment. We connect Australia’s leading companies with hard-to-find talent across the technology and engineering sectors. Our team of senior specialist recruiters tap into their communities to deliver you top talent, with a focus on cultural fit and long-term retention.
TAFE NSW
TAFE NSW has been skilling the workforce of the future for over 130 years. As Australia’s largest provider of vocational education and training, TAFE NSW delivers hundreds of practical, industry-relevant courses to meet labour demands and address skills shortages.
TAFE NSW offers a range of accredited and non-accredited short courses, traineeships and qualifications ranging from Certificates to Advanced Diplomas.
All delivered by an extensive network of qualified, specialist trainers and subject matter experts —onsite, online or on campus at more than 150 learning locations across NSW.
To help shape the future of Australian manufacturing, TAFE NSW is establishing Centres of Excellence in Manufacturing, connecting industry and education partners to deliver innovative Microskills, Microcredentials, and Higher Apprenticeships.
Three new Centres will be established at existing TAFE NSW campuses and will specialise in key areas:
- Net Zero Manufacturing in Newcastle / Hunter region
- Advanced Manufacturing in Western Sydney
- Heavy Manufacturing in the Illawarra
The Centres of Excellence in Manufacturing is a joint initiative between the Australian Government and NSW Government under the National Skills Agreement.
KPMG Newcastle
KPMG Newcastle is proud to support the Hunter Region’s diverse economy, providing tax, audit (external and internal), R&D Tax incentive and advisory services to private companies, ASX Listed companies, high net-worth families, not-for-profits and government agencies.
Drawing upon their extensive national and global resources, the local team provides collaboration opportunities to solve important challenges and contribute positively to the growth and diversification of the region.
Uncover and expand local growth opportunities with KPMG’s Newcastle team.
Hedweld Group
Established in 1980 the Hedweld Group of Companies is now a world leader in advanced manufacturing, delivering maintenance support products, access systems and agricultural innovations to customers globally. Known for its Trilift range of component handling equipment, Safe-Away range of access systems and Milbrotec agricultural innovations.
All ranges offer high quality products specifically designed and built to improve safety and efficiency. To keep pace with the ever-changing developments in heavy machinery, Hedweld works closely with other OEM’s to custom design its innovative products.
With a global network of Agents, Hedweld exports to and supports products in 35 countries within Asia, South Africa, North and Latin America. Hedweld are a proud Australian family run advanced manufacturing business.
Biscit
Founded in 2002 to help businesses get the most from their software systems, Biscit is a recognised global leader in Epicor ERP.
At Biscit we understand that your software needs are as unique as your business. We approach every implementation with an open mind, ready to build something which provides you with all of the power and stability of a global system with the flexibility and configuration that only an experienced and local partner can provide.
As an Epicor Alliance Partner, and globally recognised developers of ERP applications such as Epicor Mfg Wireless Warehouse (EMWW) and Epicor Mfg Proof of Delivery (POD), we are born problem solvers. We are passionate about getting to know our customers, and ensuring they have a positive experience with us from day one.
Varley
Founded in 1886, Varley Group is a leading Australian engineering and manufacturing firm. Varley has achieved global recognition as a supplier of first class engineering, manufacture and support services to emergency service, defence, health care, cyber security, mining, marine, rail, power services and more.
Varley Group employs over 1,200 staff across ten business units and has facilities in eleven locations around Australia and in the US. Varley Group has six major manufacturing sites, giving the business the capability to deliver on any scale.
Varley Group has acquired numerous brands across a diverse range of sectors giving the group true competitive advantage and near limitless capability. Our subsidiaries include: Norship, SEM Fire & Rescue, Air Boats International, EMC Electric Vehicles, IDES, Introspectus and Frame Group.
Omnia Wheel
OMNIA Wheel is an Australian engineering and manufacturing company redefining mobility through its world-leading omni wheel technology. Designed for multi-directional movement without swivel, OMNIA wheels power smarter, safer solutions across conveyor systems, autonomous robots, ergonomic carts, and the award-winning Rotatruck. With advanced automation and a focus on problem-solving design, OMNIA exports to over 37 countries across North America, Asia, and Europe. More than just a wheel manufacturer, OMNIA is a platform for productivity, helping customers move better, faster, and with greater control across industries where traditional wheels no longer deliver.
Hunter MLA
MLA Holdings Pty Ltd is one of Australia’s largest forklift companies, offering total material handling solutions to clients in all industries.
We supply and maintain a comprehensive range of gas, diesel, petrol and battery electric forklifts for short or long-term rental or purchase nationwide.
Whiteley Corporation
Whiteley Corporation is the leading global innovator in medical and industrial cleaning products.
Whiteley Corporation is committed to world leading research and innovative product development in the field of hygiene, cleaning and infection control products. With over 80 years’ experience in manufacturing, Whiteley Corporation has built a reputation for exceptionally high standards of research, product innovation and development, distribution and technical support on a global scale.
Whiteley Corporation’s diverse range of specialty products are categorised under two divisions; Whiteley Medical and Whiteley Industrial. For further information contact our Product Support Hotline on 1800 833 566 or email whiteley@whiteley.com.au.
Westrac
As one of the largest authorised Cat equipment dealers in the world, WesTrac provides customers with a wide range of machinery and construction equipment, as well as comprehensive whole-of-life management solutions. All are designed to make owning and operating equipment as easy, profitable and safe as possible.
With more than 4,500 team members, WesTrac is dedicated to creating and delivering outstanding value for our team, customers, shareholders and the community. We are committed to excellence and are focussed on long-term customer relationships, and a dedication to customer service, safety, quality and the environment.
As part of Seven Group Holdings Ltd, WesTrac also has strong alliances with other leading Australian businesses, including Seven West Media, Coates Hire and SITECH.
brand chemistry
In a world of safe plays and subtle moves, industrial brands deserve to be bold, brilliant, and unstoppable.
For b2b industrial companies that want to modernise their commercial edge but still preserve their heritage - we’re your partner.
Bc offers transformation without the turbulence - breaking down silos between brand, strategy, and technology to create revenue engines.
Access award-winning strategic clarity without the full-time executive costs, and speak to us about:
- Revenue transformation and GTM
- Brand positioning that commands premium pricing
- Marketing, sales and service technology integration
- AI-orchestrated marketing, sales and service execution that scales with quality
Auditco
Australia’s leading provider of audits and auditors to the certification and compliance industries. Delivering audits and inspections for the ISO Certification, Product Certification and broader Compliance industry, Australia-wide. AuditCo have performed 10,000+ audit days over 15 + years.
AGL
At AGL, we believe energy makes life better and are passionate about powering the way Australians live, work and move.
Proudly Australian for more than 185 years, AGL supplies around 4.3 million energy and telecommunications customer services. We’re committed to becoming a leading multi-product retailer, making energy and other essential services simple, fair and transparent.
AGL operates Australia’s largest private electricity generation portfolio within the National Electricity Market, comprising coal and gas-fired generation, renewable energy sources such as wind, hydro and solar, batteries and other firming technology, and gas production and storage assets. We are building on our history as one of Australia’s leading private investors in renewable energy to now lead the business of transition to a low emissions, affordable and smart energy future in line with the goals of our Climate Transition Action Plan.
We’ll continue to innovate in energy and other essential services to enhance the way Australians live, and to help preserve the world around us for future generations.
In the Hunter Region we operate Bayswater Power Station and the Newcastle Gas Storage Facility, we are also investing in new clean energy projects and transforming our Liddell and Bayswater site into an integrated industrial energy hub.
SIRRON
Sirron Group Holdings exists to support the vulnerable through charity and reward the efforts of our staff and shareholders.
They achieve this by profitably manufacturing and distributing sustainable products and equipment of high quality and performance.
By 2025, their brands will be accepted as the best value and quality available in Australia and thier service and warranty as second to none. Sirrons long term goal is to be the first choice for every commercial and care establishment in Australia and New Zealand.
AMPCONTROL
Ampcontrol produces comprehensive energy solutions of scale on Australian soil, utilising advanced Australian manufacturing capabilities, to support their customers’ complex energy needs.
Building on 55 years of experience working with industry and alongside the brightest minds in energy, they develop cutting-edge technology. From ideation through to design, manufacturing, service and repair, providing complete solutions for applications like powering electrified mining equipment, renewable energy projects, data centres, and infrastructure upgrades.
Every day, Ampcontrol works to support customers in their electrification journey and help future-proof their business. Providing power infrastructure, renewable energy solutions, fleet charging solutions, cabling, and much more. All underpinned by extensive electrical engineering services and 24/7 service support.
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