New welding expertise joins HERA!
HERA is excited to announce that starting from today we have a new team member joining our Fabrication 4.0 team as Senior Welding Engineer – Patrick Fenemor. Patrick brings…
Igniting innovation – insights from the 2024 SiF conference
This past June, I had the privilege to attend the 13th International Conference on Structures in Fire (SiF), held at the University of Coimbra, Portugal. Over three-days engineers and researchers from…
We need you to make sure that industry voice is the foundation of vocational education!
The future of vocational education in Aotearoa is at a critical juncture, and your input could make all the difference. The Minister for Tertiary Education and Skills, Hon Penny…
End of life carbon and beyond: transitioning the construction sector to a circular economy
Transitioning the construction sector to a circular economy is not just about reducing emissions today but ensuring our buildings and materials are part of an ongoing cycle that benefits future…
Sparking your career – the role of vocational education in welding
Whether you’re just starting your welding journey or are looking for career growth and a way to upskill – vocational training and qualifications can open doors to awesome opportunities in…
Meet Marie-Salomé Duval-Chanéac – our new champion for sustainability at HERA
We’re very excited to report that our search is over for our new Structural Sustainability and Circular Economy Engineer, with the successful onboarding of Marie-Salomé Duval Chanéac. With a…
The Tohu App – how cultural mapping can boost industry growth!
Our engineering, construction and manufacturing sectors are struggling to find talent. We need to be far more inclusive so we can unlock the potential of a diverse future workforce and…
Comms 4.0 – are you ready for the future of communications?
You know what I love? When events align perfectly with your needs… and just over a month ago – I experienced just that! Picture this: a room filled with…
Got a yearning to understand machine learning & AI?
Often the terms “machine learning” and “artificial intelligence” (AI) are used interchangeably. However, albeit related, they are quite different principles. AI is the more overarching term. It refers to…
Pioneering change: HERA celebrates the launch of new kaupapa Māori initiatives
In a vibrant celebration of culture, innovation, and community, HERA proudly launched two kaupapa Māori projects this week. The launch ceremony, ‘Ka rongo te pō! Ka rongo te ao!’ was…
Which matters more? Excellence or impact?
The Aotearoa New Zealand research, science and innovation (RSI) system is one that purportedly values and rewards research excellence and research impact equally. Despite this, the current system favours…
Meet Hao Chang – a PhD scholarship recipient for our ACM CRC research
HERA has been busy working with our ACM CRC research team to ensure we have the right capability to deliver on our research objectives. Most recently welcoming Hao Chang, AKA…