SUNSHINE COAST, Australia, Jun 25, 2026 – Siemens announced a significant software grant to University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) students and researchers, giving them access to the same AI-enabled digital twin and simulation software used by some of the world’s most innovative organizations including Oracle Red Bull Racing, NASA, the United States Navy, Ducati and more.
The grant will support UniSC’s focus on helping South East Queensland become a leading innovation hub guided by rapid design, prototyping and advanced digital innovation, from the region to the world.
Speaking on the announcement, Samantha Murray, head of Siemens Digital Industries Software in the region said, “Queensland is proving that you don’t need to be in a traditional manufacturing heartland to compete worldwide, you just need the right talent and technology that can help scale ideas globally. Companies like HeliMods, Gilmour Space, and Hypersonix are already showing the world what’s possible from Queensland when ambition meets industry-leading technology. Technology that’s future-ready and combined with a single digital thread that makes it more accessible than ever across geographies.”
“This grant to UniSC is about helping to ensure the next wave of engineers and innovators graduate with experience in the same software that is powering global success stories. For Siemens, this is an investment in the people who will shape the future of Queensland and beyond. It is about giving talent access to future ready tools such as AI-enabled simulation and design to solve the problems of tomorrow.”
The grant includes Siemens’ Designcenter™ software and Tecnomatix® software used by other regional innovators with global impact such as Sunshine Coast-based HeliMods, Space Machines Company, Emirates Team New Zealand, Australian Submarine Company (ASC) and Rocket Lab. Students will gain real-world experience on how industrial-grade AI integrates into modern engineering environments to enhance productivity and streamline complex processes.
Peter Halliday, CEO of Siemens Australia and New Zealand said, “Our technology is behind every major transformation – from connecting Australia to the world with the Overland Telegraph in 1872 through industrial and energy transformations and now automation, digitalisation and industrial AI. Industry needs to lean in and work closely with key educators to make sure future generations have the tools and skills to address our greatest challenges and transform the world from Australia.”
The grant also includes industry-leading Capital™ software for electrical systems design used in aerospace, automotive, defence and other industries requiring complex electrical systems that can be integrated into product and manufacturing design.
UniSC Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Helen Bartlett, welcomed the grant, saying that collaboration between industry and academia was critical to strengthening local innovation for global scaling.
“At UniSC, we are committed to providing our students with learning experiences that are directly connected to industry and the real world,” Professor Bartlett said.
“Our recent investment into our high-tech labs is testament to our commitment to serving as a launchpad for innovation that supports economic growth. Industry partners are critical to achieving this.
“This grant from Siemens gives our students access to the same tools that leading manufacturers and engineering firms rely on every day. It strengthens our ability to produce graduates who are not only workforce-ready but future-ready, capable of stepping into roles that are driving Queensland’s advanced manufacturing growth and contributing to globally significant projects. We are proud to partner with Siemens to help build the skilled workforce that Queensland needs.”
Through digital twin technology and associated tools, students will gain hands-on experience with engineering and manufacturing platforms including Designcenter, Capital, and Tecnomatix. Students will develop practical skills in design, simulation, manufacturing planning, and execution while leveraging AI-assisted capabilities such as Microsoft Copilot integration. These tools enable semi-automation of key workflows including bill of material creation, manufacturing planning, block definition, and simulation activities.
About Siemens AG
Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a leading technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, mobility, and healthcare. The company’s purpose is to create technology to transform the everyday, for everyone. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers customers to accelerate their digital and sustainability transformations, making factories more efficient, cities more livable, and transportation more sustainable. A leader in industrial AI, Siemens leverages its deep domain know-how to apply AI – including generative AI – to real-world applications, making AI accessible and impactful for customers across diverse industries. Siemens also owns a majority stake in the publicly listed company Siemens Healthineers, a leading global medical technology provider pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.
In fiscal 2025, which ended on September 30, 2025, the Siemens Group generated revenue of €78.9 billion and net income of €10.4 billion. As of September 30, 2025, the company employed around 318,000 people worldwide on the basis of continuing operations. Further information is available on the Internet at www.siemens.com.
