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Last week, the Bilateral Solutions team attended NSW | Transforming Industries: Driving Impact and Sustainability, hosted by the French-Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FACCI).

The event brought together industry leaders, government representatives and sustainability experts to discuss how Australian and French businesses are rethinking their operations to drive innovation, efficiency and environmental impact.

Key Takeaways

• Forward-thinking perspectives: Speakers including Clare Sporle (EY), Gilles Barrier (French Consul General), and Anoulack Chanthivong (NSW Minister for Industry & Trade) shared insights on the role of collaboration and innovation in building sustainable industries.

• Action over aspiration: Discussions focused on how organisations can move from strategy to measurable results in areas such as circular economy, emissions reduction, and transformation.

• Meaningful connections: The event provided an opportunity to connect with peers across sectors who share a commitment to sustainable growth and responsible business practices.

What This Means for Bilateral Solutions

Attending Transforming Industries: Driving Impact and Sustainability reaffirmed our conviction that:

• Sustainability and transformation must be integrated pragmatically — not as an afterthought.

• Strategic partnerships, both local and international, are key to unlocking impact.

• Insights from cross-industry dialogues can spark innovation and inform smarter advisory solutions.

FACCI’s events continue to offer valuable opportunities to engage with forward-thinking professionals and stay attuned to the evolving business landscape.

Moments from FACCI’s “Transforming Industries: Driving Impact and Sustainability”