Australia International Group
Established 1999
What we do
Networking events
Growing our membership
Activities for our community
Message from the Chair
Lisa Owens
Chair
I am delighted to have been elected as President and Chair of the SCI – Australia International Group. This appointment is particularly meaningful to me as I am following in the footsteps of my prestigious father, Mr. Martin Henry Owens, who was president of the SCIV (the then Victorian branch), during 1979 and 1983-84, and secretary during 1991-92 and from 1987 to 1998.
We are enthusiastic about 2023 and, looking forward to participating in face-to-face activities. The SCI Australian team will be working with the RACI, Engineers Australia, and similar industry bodies to develop a schedule of events including site visits, workshops, and seminars. It is also exciting to have the opportunity to revive the Plant of the Year and Student/Early Career awards.
One of my objectives is to boost the membership of the Australian Group. As a chemical engineer, I appreciate the diversity of information from both industry and academia that SCI offers to its members, and to the public.
With a revamped committee, I believe there are exciting times ahead for the SCI Australia Group.
Meet the Committee Officers
Dr Richard Thwaites
Secretary & Treasurer
Lisa Owens
Chair
In brief
The Australia International group offers a variety of activities such as lectures and seminars, plant visits, dinners and other social events to provide networking opportunities for members in Australia. The group has a mix of student and full members.
Although the majority of our group’s members are based in Victoria, the traditional site of the chemical industry – we also have a strong presence in New South Wales, along with members across the country.
