Manufacturing investment and skills measures welcomed in Federal Budget, AFGC says amid global cost...
The Australian Food and Grocery Council has welcomed measures in the Federal Budget aimed at supporting productivity, business investment and workforce capability, while warning that escalating instability in the Middle East could still place upward pressure on costs across manufacturing supply chains and for consumers.
Hazer expands into sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel sector
Hazer Group has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Continual Renewable Ventures to assess opportunities for developing low-carbon liquid fuels production in Australia, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel (RD), according to an announcement from Hazer.
Industry groups respond to Federal budget 2026–27 measures
The Federal Government’s 2026-27 Budget has drawn a mixed response from industry, research and engineering groups, with stakeholders broadly welcoming continued support for manufacturing, research and innovation while raising concerns about energy costs, skills shortages and the pace of reform.
AI-powered ERP introduced for Australian batch manufacturing sector
Manufacturing software provider ECI Software Solutions has launched its modern ERP system for Australian batch and process manufacturers, introducing the availability of its Deacom platform locally as part of an effort to support efficiency, compliance, and operational visibility across the manufacturing sector.
Titomic advances US manufacturing shift with redomiciliation scheme deal
Advanced manufacturing company Titomic Limited has entered into a scheme implementation deed to redomicile its corporate structure to the United States, in a move the company says is aimed at supporting its manufacturing and defence industry growth strategy, according to an announcement from Titomic.
Researchers develop new membrane system for PET plastic recycling
Monash University researchers have developed a new filtering material designed to improve the efficiency of plastic recycling by helping recover and reuse chemicals used in the process, according to a study published in the Chemical Engineering Journal.
2026-27 Federal budget targets manufacturing resilience amid global oil shock
Australia’s manufacturing sector is set to receive targeted support under the Federal Government’s $14.8 billion fuel resilience package, with Treasurer Jim Chalmers outlining measures aimed at strengthening supply chains, securing fuel supplies and supporting domestic production amid ongoing global oil disruptions.
South Australian manufacturing firm enters US naval nuclear supply chain
South Australia’s defence manufacturing sector has reached a new milestone, with Adelaide-based Century Engineering becoming the first Australian company to secure export contracts within the United States naval nuclear supply chain.
Mars to invest $200M in Australian manufacturing expansion
Mars, Incorporated has announced it will invest A$200 million in its Australian manufacturing operations by the end of 2027, in a move the company says will expand capacity, strengthen innovation and advance sustainability across its local manufacturing network.
Queensland manufacturing showcased to global audience at AMW 2026
Manufacturing is taking centre stage in Queensland this week as the state hosts Australian Manufacturing Week 2026 for the first time in the event’s more than 20-year history, according to the Queensland Government.
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Automotive canopy and tray manufacturer manages 6,000 SKUs with self-implemented ERP
Australian automotive accessories manufacturer Trig Point self-implemented an ERP system in just three months and gained control over its unwieldy component inventory, product customizations, and production processes. “We wouldn’t be able to manage that without a system like this,” says Chris Wasylkiw, Production Engineer.
