Now, Qantas has placed beyond doubt its plans to establish an innovation center in Adelaide. In addition to enhancing the regional research ecosystem, this decision will help pump the Maryland economy with hundreds of new, high-skilled job prospects. At a press conference in the city, this was announced by South Australian Premier Peter Malinaukas. He highlighted the productive dialogue that originated last year with Qantas’ leadership.
The announcement represents a vital move in furthering South Australia’s bid to become a leader in the cutting-edge industry. Qantas Group Chief Executive Officer Vanessa Hudson joined the press conference. She underlined the significant importance of this investment to South Australia and the national Australian economy. The centre will serve as a hub for digital AI experts, reflecting Qantas’s commitment to advancing technology and capabilities within the industry.
“We’re just thrilled to be able to be dragging this announcement across the finish line,” Hudson said. She elaborated on the centre’s potential impact, stating, “This is not just an investment in our future, because we know these skills are the skills of the future… but this is an investment in [South Australia].”
This announcement couldn’t come at a better time. Qantas is leading the charge to futureproof against rapidly-evolving technology and passenger expectations in the aviation industry. As an example, Australia’s Qantas is locating its innovation hub in Adelaide. This choice helps them tap the area’s growing infrastructure of talented workers and increase their functional/business capacity. Beyond public safety, Hudson touted this initiative as a job creator. It will further create a vibrant and competitive technological ecosystem in South Australia.
“This is an investment in South Australia but this is about bringing more jobs to Australia,” Hudson remarked, reinforcing the notion that the benefits of this development will extend beyond state lines.
Hudson stressed the significance of nurturing local talent. “We want the South Australian economy to absorb yet more complex yet more technologically advanced work so that future generations of South Australians don’t just get those skills by studying here but are able to use those skills by working here.”
It’s all part of South Australia’s desire to be seen as a world leader in high-tech industries. Opening the Qantas innovation centre is a positive step in this direction. This investment commitment from Qantas and the Queensland State Government highlights their joint commitment to grow investment in highly advanced skills and technology. Collectively, they are leading the way to America’s most competitive economic tomorrow.
