As artificial intelligence accelerates across industrial and government systems, securing critical infrastructure in Western Australia has become a top strategic priority. From energy and utilities to mining, transport, and water systems, organisations are facing increasing pressure to strengthen cyber resilience while meeting evolving regulatory expectations under the Security of Critical Infrastructure (SOCI) Act.
This exclusive industry panel in Perth brings together leading experts in cybersecurity, AI, operational technology (OT), and data science to explore practical approaches for protecting essential services in an increasingly complex threat environment.
The discussion will explore how organisations in Western Australia can strengthen critical infrastructure security under the SOCI Act while adapting to the growing impact of artificial intelligence on industrial control systems and operational technology environments. It will also highlight practical approaches to cyber resilience, risk management, and collaboration between government and industry to protect essential services across energy, mining, and utilities sectors.
Rheinhardt Peens, Managing Director of Tier16, will be on the speaker panel. With more than 25 years of experience across industrial automation and regulated environments, Rheinhardt will provide practical insights into aligning cybersecurity controls, operational risk, and business continuity in complex infrastructure settings.
The panel will also include leading voices in AI governance, cybersecurity strategy, and data innovation, offering an industry-led perspective on how organisations can proactively adapt to emerging threats while ensuring compliance and operational stability.
This event is highly relevant for senior leaders, engineers, cybersecurity professionals, and decision-makers across mining, energy, utilities, transport, government, and infrastructure sectors.
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, 13 May 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM (GMT+8)
Location: Perth CBD (venue to be confirmed)
Organiser & registrations: French-Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Join us in Perth for a timely discussion on critical infrastructure security, SOCI Act compliance, AI risk management, and industrial cyber resilience in Western Australia.