OUR CULTURE.
Western Air's culture has been shaped for over five decades in the field, under pressure in harsh environments, and alongside the people who keep the drilling and mining industries moving. Today, those values are sharpened and modernized with a renewed sense of purpose.
Carly Ascott has led Western Air through a period of significant growth, strengthening its engineering capability, expanding its industry partnerships and driving the development of new high-pressure air technology.
As one of the few 100% female owners of an OEM manufacturer in Australia, Carly brings a fresh values-driven perspective to an industry long defined by tradition.
Her leadership is grounded in innovation, strong customer relationships and genuine care for the people behind the equipment.
Under Carly’s direction, Western Air continues to combine decades of field experience with a clear focus on Australian engineering, sustainable technology and global growth.
WOMEN IN INNOVATION AWARD
Recognised by Women in Innovation SA for Outstanding community leadership and Innovation.
CORE HOT 30
Recognized as one of the top 30 innovators in the energy sector.
GREEN TECH
Leading Australian delegations in sustainable technology.
TIMELINE
Five decades of engineering excellence. We've built our reputation on systems that withstand the test of time and terrain. From our foundation in Western Australia to global leadership in high-pressure air solutions.
Northbridge Drilling is Born
Northbridge Drilling is established as a reverse circulation drilling company, supporting critical minerals exploration across outback Australia.
Our Mission
To deliver practical high-pressure air industry solutions through innovation and engineering excellence, that help our customers perform safely, reliably and efficiently under pressure.
Our Vision
To lead the future of Australian manufacturing by setting the global benchmark for heavy-duty compressed air technology and engineering resilience.
Values Under Pressure
PERFORMANCE
Western Air was born in one of the toughest environments on earth and that legacy defines everything we build. Australian engineering means resilience, ingenuity and solutions that work in the real world, and not just on paper. Our approach is practical, proven, and trusted globally. Our equipment is built to handle heat, dust, distance, and pressure, because that’s the environment we come from.
SAFETY
Safety is uncompromising. In high-risk environments, every detail matters. We engineer our equipment with built-in redundancies and rigorous testing protocols to ensure that our people return home safely.
CAPABILITY
We don’t overcomplicate things. We say what we mean, and we build what we promise. Western Air’s engineering philosophy is grounded in practicality, equipment that performs, lasts, and delivers measurable results. Our customers know they can rely on us for honest advice, clear communication, and solutions that solve the problem.
COMMITMENT
Relationships are the backbone of Western Air. We show up when it matters, stand by our customers, and take responsibility for the work we do. We're known for solving problems that aren't ours because our customers' success is ours.
INNOVATION
Innovation is the heartbeat of Western Air, the force behind our purpose, performance, and people. Born in an industry where conditions are harsh, timelines are tight, and reliability is non-negotiable. We’ve learned to innovate where it matters the most; under pressure, in the field, and alongside the people who depend on our equipment every day