Verbrec was proud to present at AMPEAK 2025, held from 6–9 April, where this year’s theme, New Waves in Asset Management, spotlighted the future of asset management through the lens of digital innovation, sustainability, and resilience.

Erik Vanderberg, Verbrec’s Principal Consultant (Growth & Energy Transition), presented the topic: “Coupling Best Practice with Emerging Technologies to Meet Asset Management Challenges for Sustainability and Resilience.” His presentation addressed a critical question facing our industry: How do we manage assets effectively while balancing the demands of the Energy Trilemma—energy security, energy equity, and environmental sustainability?

1. Emerging Technologies, Practical Solutions

We explored how integrating advanced asset management frameworks with emerging technologies such as AI and IoT, is already delivering results across industries. From reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions to improving operational resilience, real-world case studies illustrated what’s possible when technology is aligned with purpose.

Key takeaways included:

• • Technology enabling optimisation: Smart sensors and AI are transforming the way organisations monitor and enhance asset performance in real time.
  • Technology selection matters: Choosing the right solution is critical—poor technology selection can lead to failed initiatives and wasted investment.
  • People remain central: Successful digital transformation requires change management and stakeholder alignment, not just tech adoption

2. Turning Insight into Action

The session concluded with practical guidance for asset managers and senior decision-makers. With the right mix of digital tools and disciplined asset management, organisations can make tangible progress toward sustainability goals, reduce emissions, and build operational resilience across their asset portfolios.

Key learnings included:

• • Start small and scale: Pilot programs allow for testing and refinement before broader implementation.
  • Secure leadership support: Executive alignment is critical to driving change and sustaining momentum.
  • Train end users thoroughly: Adoption depends on how confident and capable your people feel using the system.
  • Manage robust system integrations: Seamless connectivity across platforms avoids operational silos.
  • Engage end users early: Co-creating solutions with frontline staff improves outcomes and adoption.
  • Map the future state strategy: A clear vision helps align actions with long-term goals.
  • Quantify value and savings: Measuring benefits strengthens the business case and builds confidence.
  • Leverage industry learnings: Drawing on insights from other organisations helps avoid common pitfalls.

The bottom line: Asset Management for a sustainable future

Asset management plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainability and building resilience. At Verbrec, we’ve seen first-hand that ESG gains aren’t just theoretical—they’re achievable with the right approach.

Success lies in well selected and well implemented technologies, underpinned by:

• • Robust data management
  • Maintenance and reliability engineering best practices
  • Strategic asset management frameworks

About Verbrec

Verbrec is a leading engineering, asset management, infrastructure, training and mining technology services provider, operating across the entire asset life cycle. We operate across multiple regions, including Australia, New Zealand, PNG, and the Pacific Islands, executing projects for organisations of all sizes. As enablers of industry transition, Verbrec helps businesses navigate the evolving energy landscape, with a focus on electrification, gas market transition, green commodities, and asset optimisation. Our services are designed to help clients meet their near-term needs while preparing for future challenges. By building strong, trust-based relationships, Verbrec is committed to enabling a sustainable future for our clients, their customers, and the communities we serve.

Find out more at https://verbrec.com/