Sapien Cyber, the Perth startup that emerged from Edith Cowan University's internationally recognised cyber security research institute, has been placed in the hands of administrators.
Underwater technology company Blue Ocean Monitoring has cited success in a recent seismic testing trial at its joint venture with major petroleum players as a big step towards an IPO next year.
Former London-based Western Australia agent general Mike Deeks has been appointed group managing director of unmanned underwater technologies company Blue Ocean Monitoring.
Potential for a hydrogen industry in WA has been ignited in 2020, with at least 12 feasibility studies under way, while the federal government has announced $300 million to support the industry.
Elizabeth Gaines' selection last week as the incoming chief executive of Fortescue Metals Group has shot her to the top of a very short list of genuinely powerful women in business in Western Australia. Click through to read more and see our listing of 12 leading WA women in business.
At 26 per cent WA has the highest gender pay gap in the nation, but many of the state's female business leaders are working on addressing equality in the workplace.
Multinational oil and gas service providers have set up in WA for the long haul, as the state searches for the best way to enhance its competitive advantage.
