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Makinex Renewables
Reshaping Remote Power Solutions
Makinex Renewables is setting an ambitious target, saving 100 million litres of diesel in five years.
In an industry long reliant on traditional diesel generators, the Australian-made and owned company is helping reshape how remote and off-grid operations power their sites.
Focused on Hybrid Power Systems, Battery Energy Storage Systems and deployable solar arrays, Makinex Renewables is working with customers to lower fuel costs, reduce emissions and improve operational efficiency, while maintaining the dependable power their operations require.
“The 100 million litre target gives us a clear and measurable objective to work towards while highlighting the impact renewable energy solutions can have across industries that traditionally rely on diesel power,” the company said.
“It’s a goal that keeps us focused on developing practical solutions that deliver real-world results for our customers.”
Designed for businesses operating in remote environments, Makinex Renewables’ modular systems can be deployed as standalone units, integrated together, or incorporated into existing site power setups.
The company’s solutions are already delivering measurable results in mining. Following a trial installation, a mine site adopted Makinex Renewables’ Hybrid Power System and additional solar arrays, reducing generator runtime from 24 hours a day to approximately six to seven hours. Since the HPS45 was deployed in February, the site has cut generator fuel use by 125 litres a day, delivering annual diesel savings of around $91,000 and projected savings of $640,000 over the site’s seven-year life.
Brad Cliff, Director of Generator Services Australia, said the project highlighted the benefits of continuing to challenge traditional ways of thinking and finding better solutions to longstanding industry challenges.
To learn more about Makinex Renewables’ solutions, visit the team at the Queensland Mining and Engineering Exhibition in July.
QME 2026 Returns!
For more than 30 years, the Queensland Mining & Engineering Exhibition (QME) has stood at the centre of Australia’s resources conversation, firmly anchored in Mackay’s identity as a powerhouse of mining innovation. In 2026, the event returns to the Mackay Showgrounds, bringing together industry leaders, suppliers and decision-makers for three days of connection, collaboration and cutting-edge capability.
Recognised as Queensland’s largest mining and engineering event, QME showcases more than 300 leading suppliers and attracts thousands of visitors from across the sector. In 2024 alone, the exhibition welcomed more than 5,000 attendees, underscoring its reputation as a key meeting point for mining professionals seeking the latest technology, equipment and services driving the industry forward.
Far more than a traditional trade show, QME offers a dynamic platform where ideas and innovation intersect. Exhibitors gain unrivalled access to a targeted audience of industry professionals, while visitors are given a front-row seat to the products and solutions shaping the future of mining in Queensland and beyond.
Complementing the bustling exhibition floor is the free-to-attend Leadership Series, a program designed to explore the challenges and opportunities currently facing the sector. Featuring expert speakers and industry insights, the series delivers practical value across a wide range of mining functions, from operations to strategy.
Set to run from 21–23 July 2026, QME will take place daily from 9am to 5pm at the Mackay Showgrounds, Mackay, QLD 4740.
As the industry continues to evolve, QME remains a vital hub of progress and partnership—where global capability meets regional strength. Whether you’re a long-time industry professional or simply curious about the future of mining, this is an event not to be missed.
Inside Queensland’s Mining Future
The Leaders Shaping The Industry Ahead
Across the three days of the Queensland Mining and Engineering Expo, a wide cross-section of leaders from government, industry, research, engineering and community sectors will share insights shaping the future of the resources sector.
Senior government and policy representatives include Mayor Greg Williamson, Queensland Minister Dale Last, Senator Susan McDonald, Bryson Head MP, Darren Moor (Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development), James Purtill (Queensland Mine Rehabilitation Commissioner), Neil MacDonald and Stephen Land (NAIF), and Ken Singer (Resources Safety and Health Queensland).
Industry leadership features Andre Desbiens (MacKellar Group), Mark Scott (Hastings Deering | Sime), Dan Iliffe (Whitehaven Coal), Sven Thiele (BMA), Justin Doherty (BMA Caval Ridge), Anthony Gabb (Macmahon), John Wimmer (Stanmore Resources), Danny Ullmer (BMA CQ Rescue), Chris Caine (Hastings Deering), and Mick Bryan (Hastings Deering), covering operations, equipment and workforce capability across major mining regions.
Technical and engineering expertise is represented by Schaeffler, Emerson, Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia, CSIRO, TUNRA Bulk Solids and Vayeron, including speakers Ben Kang, Jon Weidenbaum, Sean Ryan, Wayne Stasinowsky, Daniel Grasser and Yusuf Badat.
Academic and research voices include Professor Sue Harrison, Professor Rick Valenta and Professor Mohsen Yahyaei (University of Queensland), alongside Dr Ali Nezhad, Dr Steph Byrom, Dr Helen Degeling, Dr Neville Plint and Dr Benjamin Carey, focusing on sustainability, innovation and resource science.
Broader sector and community contributors include Janette Hewson (Queensland Resources Council), Jyi Lawton (AEMEE), Taryn Hughes (TAFE Queensland), Trent Bazley (MATES in Mining), Lina Gillespie (PowerSkillsAi) and Melissa Green (Mackay Community Foundation), highlighting workforce, skills and regional development.
Together, the program delivers a comprehensive cross-sector view of the mining and engineering landscape in Queensland.
