National Roadshow Brings High-Performance AI Solutions and Hands-On Innovation Across Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, and Adelaide
SYDNEY, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Avnet, a leading global technology distributor, is teaming up with AMD, a world leader in high-performance computing and adaptive technologies, together with element14, to launch the inaugural “AMD on Wheels” national roadshow—bringing cutting-edge AI and sustainable innovation directly to Australia’s tech ecosystem.
Building on the momentum of Avnet’s AI Tech Day events in key APAC markets, this collaborative initiative brings Avnet’s end-to-end product lifecycle expertise together with AMD’s cutting-edge technology, delivering AI-powered, sustainable solutions directly to Australian innovators. The roadshow strengthens industry collaboration and accelerates Australia’s push toward a future powered by intelligent, energy-efficient systems.
Artificial Intelligence is projected to contribute as much as AUD 115 billion annually to Australia’s economy by 2030, according to research by the Tech Council of Australia in partnership with Microsoft. This rapid growth, driven by productivity gains and AI-powered innovation across sectors like healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and professional services, underscores the national imperative to invest in AI capabilities and sustainable technology. The “AMD on Wheels” roadshow will connect engineers, researchers, and partners, providing hands-on AI demos, technical training, and real-world applications that move beyond components to fully integrated solutions.
The “AMD on Wheels” tour will officially kick off with an Opening Ceremony on November 7 at the University of Sydney, before continuing on to Canberra, Melbourne, and Adelaide. The event will feature keynote presentations from industry and academic leaders, in-depth technical sessions, hands-on live product demonstrations, and an engaging expert panel discussion.
The program is set to inspire innovation by focusing on AI applications that are directly relevant to Australia’s economic future. Attendees will discover how Avnet and AMD are deploying high-performance computing to create solutions in Smart Healthcare, optimising diagnostics, and in Smart Agricultural systems to boost efficiency. The tour will also explore the development of Smart Cities, showcasing how technology is being used to build more intelligent and efficient urban environments.
“The convergence of AI and sustainable technology is reshaping industries worldwide — and it represents one of the greatest opportunities for Australia’s future growth,” said Tan Aik Hoon, Avnet’s Regional President for South Asia, Korea and Avnet United. “For more than a century, Avnet has helped innovators turn challenges into breakthroughs. With ‘AMD on Wheels,’ we are bringing the full strength of our global ecosystem directly to Australia, empowering local engineers, researchers, and startups with the advanced tools and expertise they need to transform bold AI ideas into real, sustainable impact.”