Australia Session-China Sourcing Summit on petroleum & Chemical Equipment

Australia-China Energy & Mining Supply Chain Forum

2:00pm-8:00pm 09-March-2026 Parmelia Hilton Perth, Australia

Program Handbook

Distinguished Speakers

Ms. Lihua Fu,the Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Perth

Ms. Lihua Fu is responsible for promoting diplomatic relations, economic cooperation, and cultural exchanges between China and Western Australia.

With extensive experience in foreign affairs, she has long been engaged in international diplomacy and consular work. Since assuming her post in Perth, Ms. Fu has actively supported bilateral collaboration in trade, resources, education, science, and people-to-people exchanges. She is committed to strengthening mutual understanding and practical cooperation, and to advancing stable, constructive, and mutually beneficial relations between China and Australia, particularly at the subnational and community levels.

Hon David Michael MLA , Western Australia’s Minister for Mines and Petroleum; Finance; Electoral Affairs; Goldfields-Esperance, and Leader of the House.

Hon David Michael MLA will deliver the opening address on behalf of the Premier of Western Australia, the Hon Roger Cook MLA.

A lifelong resident of Tuart Hill, he was educated locally and studied Economics at the University of Western Australia. First elected at the age of 25 as the youngest councillor in the City of Stirling’s history, he served for 12 years before entering State Parliament as the Member for Balcatta in 2017. He has since held a range of senior parliamentary and ministerial positions, demonstrating extensive experience in governance, the resources sector, and public administration.

Ms. Ma Li , the Secretary-General of the China Chamber of Commerce for Petroleum Industry (CCCPI).

Ms. Ma Li has been involved in the chamber’s establishment and has served as Secretary-General for 21 years, guiding its long-term development. Well versed in industry policies, she is known for innovative approaches and strong communication and coordination skills. Under her leadership, CCCPI expanded from 59 member companies to a nationwide organization with 11 branches and nearly 30 local chambers. She led nearly 100 industry reports and proposals, including award-winning national policy proposals, and played a key role in opening crude oil imports to private enterprises in 2015.

Hon Pierre Yang MLC , Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Health; Mental Health

Hon Pierre Yang MLC is a Member of the Western Australian Legislative Council and a respected advocate for multiculturalism, international engagement, and community development. Born in China and migrating to Australia, he brings a strong cross-cultural perspective to public service. Since being elected to the Legislative Council, he has actively contributed to policy discussions across areas including economic development, education, innovation, and social cohesion. Hon Pierre Yang MLC is also committed to strengthening Western Australia’s international connections, particularly with Asia, and to supporting diverse communities. His work reflects a strong dedication to inclusive governance and constructive dialogue within the Parliament of Western Australia.

Dr David Sun, Honorary President of the China Chamber of Commerce in Australia (Perth)

Dr David Sun is a senior resources executive and company director with over 20 years’ leadership across Australia and China. He holds a PhD from the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and specialises in mining project development, corporate strategy and international resource investment.

He served as President of the China Chamber of Commerce in Australia (Perth) from 2013 to 2024 and is now Honorary President. Dr Sun previously led Sinosteel Australia and all Sinosteel entities in Australia, advancing major WA iron ore projects. He is currently a non-executive director of Global Lithium Resources (ASX: GL1) and Energy Metals (ASX: EME).

Mr. James Clark, National Director of the Australia China Business Council and President of its WA Branch

Mr. James Clark is a National Director of the Australia China Business Council and President of its WA Branch. James also holds numerous other board positions. A bilingual English – Mandarin speaker with in-depth China knowledge and experience, James' experience is heavily weighted towards promoting business, trade and cultural exchange between the West and China. James is considered an Australian KOL in the Chinese market and is also a recipient of the eminent Business News 40under40 Awards

Ms Yan Yang, Director, Energy Technology Research Department, CNPC Economics & Technology Research Institute

Dr. Yan Yang is a Professor-level Senior Economist and a graduate of Tsinghua University. She is a Council Member of the 6th Council of the Chinese Society for Technical Economics and currently serves as Director of the Energy Technology Research Institute at CNPC’s Petroleum Economics and Technology Research Institute (ETRI). Her work focuses on oil and gas technology innovation, green and low-carbon energy development, and international cooperation. She has led major national and CNPC research projects, published nearly 50 academic papers, co-authored nine books, and contributed to more than 40 high-level policy reports.

Ms Bernadette Cullinane – Asia Pacific Chair, Deloitte

Ms. Bernadette Cullinane is Deloitte Australia’s Energy, Resources and Industrials Industry Leader and Asia Pacific Vice Chair. She has extensive experience across the energy, LNG, chemicals and resources value chains, working internationally in operational, management and consulting roles. Bernadette specialises in enhancing business performance and guiding the adoption of new technologies and business models to drive efficiency, sustainability and inclusivity. She is a Fellow of Engineers Australia, President and Life Member of the Energy Club of WA, a Graduate of the AICD, Member of Chief Executive Women, and Director of METS Ignited.

Mr Anish Philips - Senior Market Analyst at Rystad Energy

Anish brings a diverse background in consulting, analytics, and engineering across various industries such as oil and gas, mining and renewable technologies to his role as a Senior Analyst at Rystad Energy. In this role, Anish leads the regional supply chain research for Australasia, providing thought leadership, critical market insights and analytics for both the oil and gas and renewables industries in the region.

Mr Yogesh Desai, Technical Manager – SEA and Australia , DNV

Yogesh Desai is an experienced Management Systems and Consulting Specialist with DNV Business Assurance, bringing over 30 years of experience across industries including energy, defence, mining, construction, and engineering services. A certified Management Systems Lead Auditor and Trainer, he specialises in the implementation and sustainability of ISO-based management systems aligned with strategic and regulatory requirements. Yogesh has strong expertise in enterprise and operational risk management, supporting organisations through effective risk identification and business transformation. He has successfully assisted numerous organisations to mitigate risks, achieve compliance, and embed robust systems and processes aligned with Australian and international standards.

Mr Don Merritt, VP of Axiom Edge Solutions

Don Merritt is a seasoned industry professional with over 25 years of experience spanning engineering, sales, marketing, and business development across the oil and gas, mining, and industrial communications sectors. Trained as a mechanical engineer, he has held senior roles from managing global accounts at Schlumberger to leading startups through international market entry. Don is recognised for his strengths in strategic planning and building trusted, long-term customer relationships. With extensive experience across Canada, the United States, Australia, and Asia, he blends deep technical expertise with commercial insight. His collaborative leadership style and customer-centric mindset consistently drive business transformation and sustainable market success.

The energy and mining industries in Australia face a common challenge: rising operational costs every month. At Australia-China Supply Chaim Forum (09-Mar-2026), held alongside EXA 2026 (10-March-2026 to 12-Mar-2026), we bring together:

Oil & Gas Operators
Mining Company Operators
Energy Service Providers
EPC Companies
Top Tier Manufactures

This is a unique opportunity to:

Engage directly with China’s top-tier, high-quality manufacturers of energy and mining equipment.
Explore innovative solutions to reduce costs while ensuring compliance with Australian standards.
Connect with decision-makers from across the supply chain in a targeted, business-focused setting.
Build sustainable partnerships to support long-term competitiveness in Australia’s resource sector.

By joining this forum, you will gain first-hand access to global supply chains, discover fit-for-purpose and cost-effective solutions, and contribute to shaping a resilient, efficient, and future-ready industry.

Manufactures and service providers (150-200):

1. Mechanical Equipment

Oil well, drilling, welding, storage tank equipment
Explosion proof lighting system and control box
Lifting, hoisting, insulation, cooling, ventilation, remote monitoring
Generators, turbines (gas, steam, turbo), pumps, valves, compressors, fans
Boilers, furnaces, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, flanges, pipelines, hoses & fittings
Explosion-proof products, industrial power supply, conveyors, auxiliary equipment

2. Instruments & Controls

Transformers, stabilizers, recorders, filters, temperature sensors
Measurement & calibration instruments, filter meshes, sieves

3. Technical Services

Surveying, refining, purification, separation, liquefaction, welding, quality testing
Pollution control & protection, flow & pressure monitoring, data management
Engineering consulting, electrical & oil depot projects
Safety, alarms, emergency shutdown systems, fire protection, industrial PPE, lab & simulation systems

4. Other Products