WA:ERA supports IBM's Natural Resources Solution Centre - building on local research strengths
Jun 8, 2010
IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced it will establish a Natural Resources Solution Centre (NRSC) in Perth to help mining, LNG and petroleum companies accelerate the development and adoption of innovative technologies and business strategies.
The IBM Natural Resources Solution Centre (NRSC) will focus on reducing exploration and operational and costs; creating financial and operational efficiencies; and improving workplace health and safety through smarter solutions such as integrated operations and asset lifecycle management. This is the sixth IBM Centre of Excellence globally focused on solutions for LNG and upstream petroleum operations and the first IBM Centre of Excellence focused on creating solutions for the mining industry.
“The NRSC will bring together IBM experts with local clients, industry, tertiary institutions and strategic business partners to create ground-breaking world class solutions,” said John Brantley, general manager for IBM’s Chemicals and Petroleum industry. “IBM plans to invest in these key industries and will look for research collaboration opportunities within its global network to bring the best of the company’s deep industry expertise to Perth.”
Industry and R&D Engagement
IBM has commenced discussions with the WA R&D community including the Western Australian Energy Research Alliance (WA:ERA). IBM will develop innovative solutions in the areas of production optimisation, carbon management and containment solutions for the benefit of Australia and the global industry.
“The IBM NRSC’s mission fits directly with our research strengths of earth and resource sciences, carbon storage and geo-thermal energy,” said Mark Stickells, chief executive for WA:ERA. “We welcome the establishment of the IBM NRSC in Perth. This builds on local research strengths and capabilities, thus reinforcing WA’s growing reputation as an important regional centre and innovative R&D hub for the upstream petroleum and LNG industry.”
The full media release is available from IBM.
