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Supply Chain Infrastructure in Australia is a big issue for ‘Supply Circles’ listeners so its good to speak with the renowned Michael Kilgariff on what is happening, and why.
Michael is a senior executive in this sector with over two decades of high-level experience. He’s been the National Director Energy Infrastructure Policy & Government Affairs for Energy Networks Association; he was the Managing Director of the Australian Logistics Councils for 9 years and he recently finished a successful 5 year stint as the CEO of Roads Australia. So, he’s the perfect person to ask about Australian supply chain infrastructure.
Host James Scotland and Michael are old friends and both are very experienced. In this episode they have a relaxed yet insightful and entertaining chat about the current state of, and the future of: Australian port operations, airports, highways and roads. The broader picture of supply chain infrastructure.
They discuss the implications of the recent High Court decision to strike down the planned state tax for Electric Vehicles, and what this ia and other issues mean for challenge of funding urgently needed transport infrastructure. And they discuss a lot more.
With his vast experience in the sector, Michael provides insightful observations into the challenges, the opportunities and the future of Australia’s supply chain infrastructure. This is a fascinating episode, full of crunchy insights and learnings.
To contact Michael or find out more, head over to Michael Kilgariff Advisory.
After a long career in multiple aspects of supply chain management, corporate training and business advisory, James brings a business improvement mindset to his role as General Manager of Supply Chain Resilience for Ai Group. A skilled communicator and adviser, James has been involved with Oil & Gas, the Defence industry and supply chain across the board for over 40 years.
James has a Masters degree in International Management and a partially completed Doctor of Business Administration. He says he'll get around to finishing it when he retires.
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