Geotab Partners with Swinburne University of Technology to Advance Connected Transportation Research in Australia

Melbourne, Australia – 13 November 2025:  Geotab Inc. (“Geotab”), the global leader in connected transportation solutions, today announced a new partnership with Swinburne University of Technology to strengthen collaboration in research, innovation and skills development across Australia’s transport and technology sectors.

The partnership will see Geotab and Swinburne work together to explore areas of collaboration including applied research, curriculum integration, internships and joint events designed to foster innovation and equip the next generation of transport and data professionals with real-world experience.

Through this partnership, Swinburne students and researchers will gain access to Geotab’s global telematics platform, enabling the use of real-world data for research and education in areas such as sustainability, safety and urban mobility. The partnership also opens opportunities for joint grant applications, guest lectures, and industry engagement activities including roundtables, speaking opportunities and site visits.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Swinburne University of Technology to unlock new opportunities for data-driven research and innovation. Working alongside Swinburne’s bright minds will help us discover fresh perspectives and novel applications of telematics data, advancing how we approach sustainability, safety and smart mobility while helping to develop Australia’s next generation of transport innovators,” said Alkan Ciftci, Business Development Manager - ANZ, Geotab. 

The collaboration also reflects Geotab’s long-term investment in the Australian market, reinforcing its commitment to supporting local communities, universities and industry leaders in shaping a safer, smarter and more sustainable transport ecosystem.

“Swinburne is committed to driving innovation and creating opportunities that connect students with industry. Partnering with Geotab allows our researchers and students to work hands-on with global technology and real-world data, enhancing our research capabilities and providing valuable learning experiences that prepare graduates for the future of connected mobility,” said Professor Hadi Ghaderi, Professor of Supply Chain Innovation & Decarbonisation, Swinburne University of Technology.

Together, Geotab and Swinburne aim to:

• Accelerate data-driven research and innovation by leveraging telematics insights to address real-world challenges in sustainability, safety and mobility.
• Build a connected industry ecosystem linking academic experts, industry leaders and emerging talent to foster collaboration and shared knowledge.
• Invest in future talent through curriculum integration, internships and scholarships, creating a direct pipeline of skilled graduates familiar with Geotab’s technology.
• Deepen community engagement by contributing to national dialogue on transport innovation and supporting Australia’s growing technology ecosystem.

The collaboration marks another milestone in Geotab’s ongoing efforts to drive innovation through partnerships with leading academic and industry institutions worldwide.

About Swinburne University of Technology

At Swinburne, we know that the future does not look like the past. We are building Swinburne as a new and different model of university that is fit for purpose in a digital future. We are looking forward, not backwards, in the way we think, operate and evolve, and we are committed to investing in the future of research and teaching. As a university, our vision is to bring people and technology together to build a better world and we are committed to achieving bold leaps instead of incremental steps.