Jacob Bennetts is the Director of Innovation at TEAM and co-founder of GNOS, an advanced simulation platform for mining, rail, logistics, and asset-intensive industries. He specialises in using simulation and digital twins to evaluate emerging technologies, optimise complex operations, and support lower-risk investment decisions.

Jacob has led major simulation initiatives focused on mine and rail decarbonisation, battery-electric and hybrid equipment, energy demand, fleet performance, infrastructure requirements, and operational resilience. His work helps mining organisations understand how new technologies will perform within real-world operating constraints before committing significant capital. He is particularly passionate about bridging the gap between innovative technology concepts and practical, commercially viable pathways to more productive and sustainable mining operations.