Where Australian
Manufacturing Meets
Technology
Manufacturing Tech Australia is the podcast for Australian manufacturers and solution providers who want to stay ahead. Shane Williams and Paul Mason interview the innovators, operators, and experts shaping Australia's industrial future — fortnightly, free, and straight to the point.
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Built for the people who make things in Australia
Manufacturers tell us the same thing every time — they don't have time to keep up with technology. That's exactly why we built this show.
Every fortnight, Shane Williams and Paul Mason sit down with the technology vendors, solution providers, industry experts, and successful Australian businesses who are solving the hard problems — automation, digital transformation, workforce development, AI, and more.
No fluff, no filler. Just practical insight you can actually use in your business — perfect for your drive home.
Latest from the Feed
Fresh conversations with the people shaping Australian manufacturing — released every second Tuesday.
Ep. 77
Nicci Rossouw, CEO of Robotics Australia Group, on how Australia's robotics ecosystem is evolving and what's changed since their last conversation.
Ep. 76
Nick Doyle from ANCA Manufacturing Solutions on the cutting edge of fully-automated manufacturing and what Industry 6.0 means for Australian factories.
Ep. 75
A practical guide to the grants, incentives, and support programs manufacturers can access in 2026 — no boring deep dives, just what actually applies.
We're on the show floor
MTA is heading to Australia's biggest manufacturing events in 2026. Come say hello, or partner with us to reach 25,000+ manufacturing professionals.
Australia's largest manufacturing technology exhibition. MTA is the official podcast media partner — Shane and Paul will be on the show floor interviewing exhibitors live. AMW26 sponsorship packages available now.
Two massive shows in one — automation, logistics, supply chain, and industrial transformation. Shane and Paul will be hosting live panel sessions on the floor. Watch this space for more details.
Meet Shane & Paul
Two practitioners with real industry experience — not journalists. They've built, shipped, and scaled products and systems across Australia, Asia, Europe and the US.
Shane Williams
Experienced tech advisor and Virtual CTO specialising in software platform delivery and digital transformation for Australian SMBs. Shane has delivered technology projects across Australia, Europe, and Asia — and wrote the book on platform business strategy.
Paul Mason
Mechatronics Engineer with 20+ years experience in product development, manufacturing, and commercialisation across Australia, Asia, Europe, and the US. Paul works with businesses to develop product, technology, and business strategies using the latest tools and techniques.
Got a story worth telling? We're always looking for innovators, operators, and experts to feature.
Become a Guest on the Show →What Listeners Say
Real reviews from the manufacturing professionals tuning in every fortnight — on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.
I've been listening to MTA for a few months and it's a game changer. Insightful takes on Aussie manufacturing tech, great host dynamics, interesting guests, and always on point topics. A must for industry enthusiasts.
A treasure trove of information for anyone involved in the manufacturing industry.
Really enjoying this podcast. The quality of the guests and discussions are second to none. Super interesting and on target — highly recommended.
What Shane and Paul have put together with the MTA podcast is a much needed addition to the Australian manufacturing landscape.
Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify — we read every one.
Paul and Shane excelled as hosts during two live panel events at CeMAT 2024 in Melbourne. Their insightful and engaging discussions with experts in the supply chain and logistics space highlighted the latest innovations in technology and automation. Their professionalism and enthusiasm created a dynamic atmosphere, with excellent audience participation that deepened the discussions. Their work has set a high standard for future events, firmly establishing the Manufacturing Tech Australia podcast as a leading voice in the industry.
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