DARWIN, Australia, 20June 2025 -- DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading Fortune 500 global technology services company, has announced a donation of laptop devices to Nightcliff Middle School, Dripstone Middle School, Sanderson Middle School, Palmerstone College and Charles Darwin University (CDU) with the aim of increasing technology access, and improving digital skills for thousands of students in the Northern Territory.
As part of a new partnership with CDU’s Radicle Centre, DXC, in collaboration with LiteHaus International, Viva Energy Australia (Shell Licensee), Penske Australia and New Zealand and NT Cricket, will work together to increase STEM outreach, literacy and proficiency, whilst providing pathways and career opportunities for Territorians.
With DXC, CDU’s Radicle Centre have already conducted four STEM workshops for students on topics including Wearable Technology in Sport, AI in Sports, The Science of Fast Cars and Driverless Vehicles.
CDU will use the donated laptop devices to deliver STEM programs to remote First Nations Communities. DXC, in turn, will provide further work experience opportunities for students in the Radicle Centre Program.
DXC will provide scholarships for CDU students to undertake a Certificate IV in Information Technology and Bachelor of Information Technology beginning in 2026, which includes work placements at CDU and the DXC Technology Regional Delivery Centre in Adelaide.
The Hon. Lia Finocchiaro, Chief Minister, The Hon. Jinson Charls, Minister for People, Sport and Culture, and The Hon. Marie-Clare Boothby Minister for Tourism and Hospitality, Northern Territory Government welcomed the students to Hidden Valley Raceway where students had an opportunity to ask a panel of experts, including engineers and mechanics from the Shell V-Power Racing Team, about the science of fast cars, and NT Cricket’s Pathways and Development Coach about wearable technology and AI in sport.
This was followed by a meet-and-greet with the Shell V-Power Racing Team drivers, and behind-the-scenes access to the garages, made possible NT Major Events, where the team showcased the application of technology in their cars. Students also enjoyed a cultural session with Indigenous Artist, Kurun Warun, who spoke about the meaning behind the 2025 Darwin Triple Crown Livery. In the afternoon, students headed to DXC Arena, the home of NT Cricket, for an action-packed finale to their STEM experience. Over the past two weeks, NT Cricket had been in classrooms across Darwin, helping students explore the future of sport through wearable technology, data analysis and AI. This final session brought those ideas out of the classroom and onto the field.
Split into groups, students rotated through practical net sessions, analysing data from player trackers, testing out the bowling machine and learning how elite teams use real-time feedback to improve performance. The experience brought STEM to life through cricket, blending biomechanics with drills and demonstrating how technology is reshaping the way athletes train, recover and perform. It was a full-circle moment that connected learning, innovation and play in a memorable way.
“DXC is committed to reducing barriers and contributing to the educational success of Territorians. None of this would be possible without the commitment and shared vision of all partners to help students be work-ready and achieve better life outcomes. Our goal with the newly announced collaboration with CDU is to ultimately provide a seamless transition from classrooms to careers,” said Seelan Nayagam, President, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, DXC Technology.
The laptop donation and STEM in schools experience forms part of , which to date has donated over 2,600 laptops and impacted over 26,000 students’ lives. The program provisions refurbished technology equipment and introduces STEM learning opportunities to foundations, not-for-profit organisations, schools, community student programs, community-controlled health services and community councils.
Partner Quotes:
Dr Carla Eisemberg, Director, Charles Darwin University (CDU) Radicle Centre for Science and Technology Engagement:
"Charles Darwin University's (CDU) partnership with DXC Technology is a powerful example of how universities and industry can work together to create meaningful opportunities for Territory students. These laptops will make a real difference in how we deliver STEM education, particularly in remote First Nations communities, where access to technology can be a major barrier. CDU is committed to sparking curiosity and confidence in STEM from an early age - and with this support from DXC, we can reach more young people and help them imagine a future in science and technology."
David Noble, Chief Executive Officer, Shell V-Power Racing Team:
"We're proud to continue our involvement in DXC Technology’s Digital Futures Program in 2025, building on the strong foundation laid in previous years. This initiative remains a key pillar of our growing community engagement efforts, bringing together schools, government and our partners to create a lasting impact. This year’s collaboration will see 100 laptops delivered to students – and we thank our loyal partners for their contribution this year to help students reach their potential in the Northern Territory. On behalf of the Shell V-Power Racing Team, I extend our sincere thanks to Viva Energy Australia, DXC Technology and Penske Australia and New Zealand for their continued support. We're excited about the future of this program and are committed to growing it further in the years ahead."
Gavin Dovey, CEO, NT Cricket:
"We’re thrilled to again be collaborating with DXC’s Digital Futures Program and extend our impact beyond the cricket field and into classrooms here in the Northern Territory. For us this week is all about partnerships, connection and collaboration, and what is possible when you give people opportunity. We could not be prouder to have a major partner like DXC Technology who continue to show up for us, our community and the next generation of Territorians."
Andrew Egan, General Manager Customer & Marketing, Viva Energy Australia (Shell Licensee):
"We are excited to deepen our commitment to DXC's Digital Futures programme in 2025 with the donation of 78 laptops. Providing access to technology is crucial in opening doors to education and career opportunities, and we are proud to support a program that continues to make a meaningful difference in communities in need."
Andrew Kerridge, General Manager, IT, Penske Australia and New Zealand:
"Penske Australia and New Zealand is proud to support the DXC Digital Futures Program once again. We believe in the power of technology to transform lives and are committed to providing resources that help bridge the digital divide. This partnership with Shell V-Power Racing Team aligns with our values of caring and making a positive impact on our community. We look forward to seeing the difference these laptops will make in the lives of the young learners."
Mina McCarthy, Assistant Director, School Improvement, NT Department of Education:
"This is the third consecutive year we have partnered with DXC Technology through their Digital Futures Program. The laptop donations to schools continue to enhance the digital literacy opportunities for our students. This year the program has extended to four middle schools and included STEM workshops with a focus on Technology and AI in sports. Students have also had the opportunity to go trackside and participate in workshops linking the learning at school with real-life experience. Feedback from students who have been involved with the Digital Futures Program over the past 3 years has been positive."
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