Communications giant Motorola has officially launched its Innovation Centre in Melbourne’s east.

 

Showcasing new technology that will benefit local and international services and business, the centre’s launch was attended by State Minister for Technology Gordon Rich-Phillips.

 

The establishment of this facility is a vote of confidence in Victoria's vibrant information and communications technology (ICT) industry," Mr Rich-Phillips said.

 

"The centre includes systems and technologies that will help the Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority (ESTA) in Ballarat dispatch services including police, firefighters and rescue workers around the state.

 

"The technology helps keep first responders from Victoria Police, MFB, the State Emergency Service and the Country Fire Authority connected to critical communications on the frontline."

 

Motorola Solutions Australia and New Zealand managing director Gary Starr said the Innovation Centre was a development hub that would deliver important technologies to the local market.

 

"Through our investment in innovation, Motorola Solutions has been able to achieve strong growth over the past two years, both in terms of revenue growth and new jobs within the local ICT industry," Mr Starr said.