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Issue No. 33 - February/March 2007

Seeking smart ways to play to SA strengths

Early stage technology investor Playford Capital wants to invest in companies that deliver smart technology to leverage South Australia’s established strengths in wine, food, water, waste and health.

Playford Capital CEO Amanda Heyworth says innovative technology in these sectors is a natural area for investment.

“The best technology is designed to supply a strong market need,” Amanda says.

“The challenges faced by our traditional manufacturing base highlight the need for smart technologies that can improve productivity in key sectors such as food, wine and mining exploration.

“This year Playford Capital is on the lookout for technology-based companies associated with industries where SA is strong. These include wine and food processing technologies, environmental technologies such as water management and waste handling and medical devices.

“While this appears to be an extension of Playford’s traditional focus on software and electr...

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