b'thepointstagnation is not an option, and we thrive on a challenge. So why wouldntthat continue into the future as well? More specifically, I see us continuing in the energy transition and I see us working in less capital-intensive areas of the industry. We also need to be mindful of the next frontiers. Who knows, one day we may be mining undersea or in spacewhy not? Its our responsibility to set this organisationup for the next generations, so we need to consider everything.Lauren Gartlan, Head of Sustainability, highlights the companys ongoing commitment to sustainability. We have always pushed ourselves to do more, and now that includes options for lower emissions fleets and setting strong emissions reduction targets, she says. Balancing environmental responsibility, innovation and operational performance is crucial, and we continue to challenge to improve outcomes for our people and communities. A successful future requires decarbonisation, for which Thiess is currently considering hybrid, battery- electric- and even hydrogen-powered equipment.Trent Smith, who leads autonomy and operational technology for the Group, echoes this forward-thinking approach. We always have one eye on the future by refining and improving our technology capabilities. Were looking at developing a remote operations centre, were exploring the possibilities of autonomy in rehabilitation, and considering how low-orbit satellites can improve what were doing. And were also seeing interest in our skills and expertise to advise mine operatorsespecially in North Americaabout how to implement autonomy, so the future could have Thiess offering knowledge services.Thiess pioneering has always had a practical, problem-solving bent, and its served the company well. I would say that the Thiess brothers would be mystified by what were doing now, Trent begins, but I think that we are striving for the same objectives as them. Its just that the tools are different and so are the solutions. Back then, the issues were around scale and now theyre around data and insights to drive efficiencies. But in both areas, innovation and the pioneering spirit is what drove success. The future will require exactly the same, and in that, were well positioned.142'