Parliament committee examines future of solar panel reuse and recycling
The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water has examined opportunities and challenges surrounding the reuse and recycling of solar panels as part of a parliamentary inquiry into reducing solar waste and supporting a circular economy, according to the Parliament of Australia.
Arnott’s Group recognises suppliers at 2026 Supplier Forum
The Arnott’s Group has recognised the contributions of its supply partners at its annual 2026 Supplier Forum in Sydney, highlighting collaboration, innovation and supply chain performance across its operations.
Researchers use urea and electricity to produce chemical used in energy systems
Manufacturing hydrazine from urea using electricity and sodium chloride could offer a potential alternative to established production methods, according to research from Adelaide University’s School of Chemical Engineering.
ABS data shows higher energy costs lift manufacturing prices
Australian manufacturing producer prices increased in the June quarter, with higher energy and fuel costs contributing to rises in both input and output prices, according to the latest Producer Price Indexes report from the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Capral supports Tasmanian manufacturer’s shift to aluminium
Tasmanian manufacturer Kings Outdoor Living is expanding its use of aluminium as it develops locally made shade and shelter systems for schools, parks, sporting clubs, hospitality venues and homes, according to Capral Aluminium.
PhD researchers pitch manufacturing technologies in ACM CRC competition
Five doctoral students have presented their research as potential commercial ventures in what the Australian Composites Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (ACM CRC) described as a nation-first pitching competition.
AIBN researcher explores plastic waste as a source for hydrogen production
A researcher at the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) is investigating whether plastic waste and seawater could be used alongside sunlight to produce hydrogen more efficiently.
Alcohol manufacturing businesses face tighter ATO checks on excise remission
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is stepping up compliance action targeting alcohol manufacturing businesses that may be improperly claiming concessions under the excise remission scheme.
$120M NRFC investment backs advanced manufacturing for housing supply
The National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC) is investing $120 million in debt in Built Living to support the development of an advanced manufacturing facility aimed at increasing Australia’s housing supply.
Warehouse automation design needs to start with data, Swisslog says
Australian businesses investing in warehouse automation should prioritise solution design and operational data before selecting equipment, according to Swisslog.
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AMCA Impact Study highlights AI’s role in improving HVAC safety compliance
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