Local glass on order for GAC

A NORTH Geelong glass manufacturer will produce 220 panes of architectural glass for the $140m redevelopment of Geelong Arts Centre (GAC).

Creative Industries Minister Danny Pearson visited manufacturer Viridian on Wednesday.

At its purpose-built facility, the company is processing, toughening, ceramically printing, double-glazing and laminating the glass panes for the Little Malop St redevelopment.

The Viridian glass panes are expected to help the GAC capture more natural light without emitting radiant heat – maximising daylight and energy efficiency.

The GAC order represents a new chapter for the manufacturer and its staff of 75 in North Geelong, while glass manufactured locally also reduces the risk of supply-chain delays on the project, expected to be completed in late 2023.

Lendlease and Development Victoria have partnered with Geelong’s Industry Capability Network (ICN) to ensure work on the redevelopment is creating local jobs and providing local companies with opportunity for growth.