At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Port Kembla, we bring deep, long-standing experience in robotics engineering, autonomous systems development, and artificial intelligence. Our CTO, Luke Cole, began working in robotics as a teenager in 1998 and went on to serve as a Robotics Engineer at Hemisphere GPS (formerly BEELINE, now part of AgJunction). During his time there, he developed and deployed auto-guidance systems used in hundreds of agricultural vehicles—including tractors and quadbikes—across the globe.

Luke’s career has spanned work with some of Australia's top research institutions and high-tech companies. These include NICTA (now CSIRO Data61), CSIRO, Seeing Machines, and the ANU Robotics Systems Lab under the direction of Professor Alex Zelinsky—former Chief Defence Scientist of Australia. His contributions included pioneering work on autonomous mobile robots, early self-driving vehicle systems, and computer vision algorithms—before tools like ROS and OpenCV even existed.

Back in the early 2000s, our team developed custom robotics frameworks called VisLib and DROS, which collectively totaled over 360,000 lines of code—an early effort in DIY robotics middleware, laying the groundwork for modern AI-integrated robotics systems.

Lance Cole also brings significant robotics hardware expertise, with experience at NICTA and contributions to EOS, a defense contractor building the Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS) for the US military—a sophisticated integration of sensors, motors, and control systems.

Today, our engineers and developers provide cutting-edge robotics and AI consulting services across Australia and globally. We support a variety of clients in commercial, educational, research, and defense sectors. Our offerings include:

The COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Port Kembla team brings over 50 years of combined experience in robotics development, including indoor and outdoor autonomous navigation, SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping), sensor fusion, computer vision, motor control, and control theory. We are experts in integrating mechanical, electronic, and software systems to create robust and intelligent robotics platforms.

Our service area originated in New South Wales (NSW) and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), but now primarily supports clients throughout East Coast Queensland, including Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, and the Gold Coast. From one-off robotic solutions to long-term development partnerships, we are the ideal technical team for ambitious robotics and AI projects.

We also offer a R&D robotic platform UGV for hire to help rapid development of robotics systems. If you'd like to know more please visit "Scotty Robot".

We Have Long-Standing Robotics Experience!

If you are looking for expertise in robot design, AI integration, embedded robotics platforms, or need a trusted team to guide your project from prototype to production, COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Port Kembla is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.


Supporting Businesses in Port Kembla, New South Wales, Australia with Innovative Engineering Solutions

COLETEK is proud to serve businesses across Port Kembla, New South Wales, Australia, and throughout the nation, offering expert engineering and product development services since 2001. With our multidisciplinary approach, we bring a unique combination of skills and expertise to help local companies like yours succeed in today's competitive landscape. As an Australian company with a national reputation for reliability, collaboration, and capability, we understand the importance of building strong relationships with businesses in Port Kembla. At COLETEK, we're committed to delivering innovative solutions that address the specific challenges faced by industries in and around this region. Our team of experienced engineers and product developers take the time to understand your unique needs and goals, taking a holistic approach to ensure our projects align with yours. By leveraging our expertise in engineering and product development, you can trust COLETEK to provide support for your business operations across Port Kembla, New South Wales, Australia. From concept design to production-ready solutions, we're with you every step of the way. Our team has extensive experience working with a broad range of industries, from manufacturing and logistics to construction and infrastructure. By partnering with COLETEK, you can benefit from our industry-recognized expertise in engineering and product development. We take pride in delivering tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of businesses like yours operating in Port Kembla, New South Wales, Australia. Whether you're looking to improve efficiency, reduce costs, or increase product quality, our multidisciplinary team is ready to work with you to achieve your goals. As we continue to operate throughout Port Kembla and wider Australia, COLETEK remains committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for local businesses. We believe that our innovative engineering solutions can make a tangible difference in the lives of everyday Australians. Join us on this journey and discover how our collaborative approach can drive success for your business.

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Robotics Development and Support Services for Port Kembla – Selected Client Testimonials

This is a sample of public feedback from a broader range of client work.

Intuitive, innovative & efficient are three words that would appropriately describe the COLETEK service. Luke and the team at COLETEK have taken our concepts to the next level.

COLETEK have provided one to one communication throughout the development process and gone above and beyond in bringing our ideas closer to becoming a reality! Luke's expertise and knowledge with computer software and electronics is Jedi like, but what I liked most about working with him was his willingness and ability to think outside of the box.