Entries by Suzanne Heim

GABC welcomes conclusion of EU-Australia Free Trade Agreement

Speaking to members, Dr Sabine Pittrof and Dr Robert Harrison, Co-Chairs of the German Australian Business Council (GABC), welcomed today’s announcement of the successful conclusion of negotiations of the EU-Australia free trade agreement. “We have been following the negotiations intensely and made several submissions on the importance of the agreement for trade between our like-minded […]

Board Strategy Meeting, Frankfurt, February 2026

We just wrapped up an inspiring and highly productive Strategy Meeting in Frankfurt and we are energised by what lies ahead! On Saturday, 28 February 2026, we gathered in Frankfurt for our annual Strategy Meeting, an inspiring and highly productive day dedicated to shaping our strategy for 2026 and beyond. Together, we defined key priorities […]

Space Law Webinar – What Does Europe Plan, March 2026

On 5 March 2026, the German Australian Business Council hosted a webinar on space law. The session was led by Adrian Zarm and Patrick Schneider from CMS Germany and was moderated by our Board Member and Co-Chair, Robert Harrison. The speakers walked attendees through the international legal landscape and the EU’s ambitious plans to regulate […]

Victoria Connects: Europe Investment Series, Berlin, January 2026

As part of the first official Germany visit of 2026 by the Commissioner for Victoria to Europe, the German Australian Business Council was pleased to co-host a networking evening in Berlin strengthening the partnerships between Victoria and Germany. The delegation was led by Gönül Serbest, Commissioner for Victoria to Europe, the Middle East, Türkiye and […]

Eisstockschießen Networking Event, Munich, December 2025

On Sunday, 14 December, the German Australian Business Council hosted its annual small informal business networking get-together at the Wirtshaus Zum Straubinger, celebrating the festive season over mulled wine and with Eisstockschießen. It was good to have an exclusive group of members and friends in attendance, a great opportunity to come together again and catch […]

Launch of the ‘H₂ – Beyond the Hype’ Report, Berlin, November 2025

25 November 2025. Australian Embassy, Berlin. The German Australian Business Council hosted the launch of the H₂ – Beyond the Hype report at the Embassy of Australia in Berlin. The event brought together around 35 guests from industry, government, and research. Board Members based in Berlin were also in attendance, representing the German Australian Business […]

Vulcan Energy CLEOP Visit, Frankfurt, November 2025

Thursday, 27 November 2025 was another excellent networking event for members and friends of the German Australian Business Council as we gathered at the Höchst Industrial Park. Our corporate member, Vulcan Energy, operates a Central Lithium Electrolysis Optimisation Plant (CLEOP) here for the production of sustainable, domestically produced battery-grade lithium hydroxide monohydrate. Christian Freitag, Chief […]

‘H2 – Beyond the Hype’ Report Launch

We are pleased to announce that the H₂ – Beyond the Hype report has been launched in Berlin this morning. Developed by the German Australian Business Council and DECHEMA, the report builds on the expert Roundtable on Green Hydrogen held earlier this year and offers a clear, action-oriented view on advancing the hydrogen economy between Australia […]

Strategic Importance of Rare Earths Webinar, November 2025

Rare earths, a topic of immense and growing global relevance, attracted more than 60 participants worldwide to this week’s webinar. With two outstanding speakers and highly engaged attendees, the German Australian Business Council was pleased to see such strong interest and a rich, insightful discussion. Moderated by our Board Members, Matthew Reynolds and Dietrich Klusemann, […]

Business Networking at ACE’s Office, Munich, October 2025

On 21 October 2025, members and friends of the German Australian Business Council in Munich enjoyed an informative evening in an intimate setting, learning about the services provided by member ACE Administrative Services across its 22 global locations. Following a short presentation and Q&A, attendees had the opportunity to network and catch-up with familiar faces […]