Delta Electronics Vice President Southeast Asia (SEA) Strategic Alliance and Development, David Leal, has called on local industry to double-down on R&D and investment in the region, saying that the time is right for the region to further its growing global profile as a manufacturing superpower.
“Between the region’s significant mining resources and growing local technology hubs, Asia Pacific remains one of the biggest contributors to the world’s transition to new, sustainable technologies,” Mr Leal explained.
“Whether it’s electric vehicles, AI and data centres or low footprint smart mine sites, Australia and its neighbouring partners have an opportunity to weather the current market headwinds by providing solutions for the world’s technological transformation,” he continued.
Building for Australia’s future: partnering with SEA
As a country with growing infrastructure needs and a wealth of undeveloped land, Australia stands to gain a great deal from the recent explosion of AI tech, as it and its neighbours emerge as crucial partners in the construction of energy efficient, low environmental impact data centre sites and technology hubs.
This vision aligns closely with Delta Australia’s expanding role in some of the country’s most ambitious infrastructure and industrial transformation projects. As a subsdiary of Delta Electronics Thailand, which is listed on Thai stock exchange and serves as the largest electronics manufacturer in Thailand, Delta Australia benefits from a robust regional support network. This strategic alignment enables agile logistics, and access to cutting-edge innovation developed across the Delta Group's extensive global operations.
Bread, milk and mine sites: how buying Australian-made applies to all sectors
Tom Hew, Country Manager for Delta Electronics Australia, reinforced the importance of homegrown solutions in building a resilient future.
“There’s been a strong push for consumers to buy Australian developed products and solutions, and that extends to our natural resources and technological innovations,” Mr. Hew explained.
“When we combine local engineering with smart regional partnerships, particularly in Southeast Asia, we unlock new opportunities for growth and competitiveness,” Mr Hew explained.
In the mining sector, a cornerstone of Australia’s economy, Delta has developed tailored, end-to-end solutions that support a fully integrated “pit-to-port” ecosystem. These systems combine automation, digital monitoring, and energy-efficient technologies to improve productivity, reduce emissions, and future-proof operations. [Further reading here: https://www.deltaelectronics.com.au/en-AU/landing/Mining-In-Australia ]
How robotics is transforming manufacturing through automation
Globally, Delta delivers high-performance, reliable automation products and solutions that support the full spectrum of smart manufacturing needs.. Delta’s portfolio includes drives, motion control systems, industrial control and communication equipment, power quality improvement solutions, human–machine interfaces, sensors, meters, and robotics. Delta also provides advanced information monitoring and management systems such as SCADA and Industrial EMS, enabling complete and integrated manufacturing solutions.Delta’s robotics division embodies our vision of “Automation for a Changing World,” engineering industrial robots that integrate seamlessly with advanced peripheral systems. These include precision fastening, automated soldering, vision-guided assembly, and real-time quality inspection modules. Together, they create flexible, precise, and highly efficient production lines that reduce labour and time costs while optimising quality and throughput. [Further reading here: https://www.deltaelectronics.com.au/en-AU/solutions/Industrial-Automation-Solutions/ALL/ ]
Driving the Future of Hydrogen Energy Innovation
Recently, the brand also announced its intent to be a leading provider of hydrogen energy. Delta’s SOFC/SOEC hydrogen technology, unveiled at Australia’s All Energy conference in October 2024, combines a Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cell (SOEC) for hydrogen production with a Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) for power generation. This versatile system provides agile power control and fuel flexibility, making it ideal for powering vehicles, industrial operations, data centres, and microgrids.
[Further reading here: https://www.deltaelectronics.com.au/en-AU/news/delta-unveils-taiwans-1st-megawatt-grade-hydrogen-electrolyser-and-fuel-cell-randd-lab]
As part of the Delta Group, Delta Australia’s mission is “to provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow”. The company was recently ranked #24 by Time Magazine in its World’s Most Sustainable Companies list.