The construction of the First Building at Bradfield City Centre, home to Stage 1 of the Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility (AMRF), has officially been completed, marking a major milestone in Western Sydney’s development as a global manufacturing hub.
Located in Australia’s manufacturing heartland, the AMRF is set to provide support to help businesses grow, reduce risks, and enhance their global competitiveness while boosting the New South Wales economy, the NSW government said in a news release.
Ken Morrison, CEO of the Bradfield Development Authority, described the project as a transformative step for the region.
“Bradfield Development Authority is committed to building a stronger future for Western Sydney by delivering Bradfield and attracting investment to the Western Sydney Aerotropolis,” he said.
According to the government, the AMRF is a cornerstone of Bradfield City Centre’s economic strategy, aiming to create high-value jobs and leverage the $20 billion worth of government infrastructure invested in the Aerotropolis.
The facility will focus on cutting-edge manufacturing support, from engineering design to digital transformation, connecting businesses with expertise, advanced technology, and networks to scale their operations.
”The Authority has firmly shifted from planning to a delivery phase, with momentum well underway,” Morrison added.
Sustainability has been embedded into the First Building’s design. Featuring natural materials, a green roof with biodiverse native plantings, and internal rammed earth walls, the building sets a benchmark for sustainable urban development.
Its design, co-developed by Hassell Studio and Dr. Danièle Hromek from Djinjama, incorporates principles of connecting and designing with Country.
The facility’s extensive glass walls and rooftop viewing platform invite visitors to witness the advanced technologies and innovations being developed within.
When completed, the building will be a 400-meter walk from the Bradfield Metro Station, which opens alongside the Western Sydney International Airport.
The AMRF will also house AMRF Connect, a scale-up hub powered by Western Sydney University’s Launch Pad and CSIRO.
The hub will link manufacturers with investors, research organisations, and global networks to foster growth.
The building is now being commissioned, with advanced manufacturing equipment set for installation ahead of its scheduled opening in early 2025.
By then, the AMRF is expected to become a vital driver of job creation and economic development in the region.
