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.
Engineers Australia backs national registration to boost workforce mobility
Engineers Australia and other professional bodies have welcomed a National Competition Council (NCC) finding that a national licensing scheme could improve workforce mobility and reduce regulatory barriers for engineers.
Manufacturing sector calls for stable skilled migration settings: Ai Group
Manufacturing and other industries facing workforce shortages need a stable and efficient skilled migration system, according to the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group), which has called for reforms to improve visa processing and skills recognition.
Qld manufacturing grants back regional businesses and advanced equipment
The Queensland Government has awarded $12.5 million in grants to 18 manufacturers to support advanced manufacturing equipment, productivity and local jobs, with 11 recipients based in regional Queensland.
Volgren expands Queensland manufacturing capability at Eagle Farm
Volgren’s Eagle Farm facility has expanded its manufacturing capability over the past 17 years, with the Queensland site now producing a range of conventional and zero-emission buses for transport programs across the state and Australia.
SunRice seeks $15M backing for rice-cake manufacturing investment in Riverina
SunRice has sought up to $15 million in Commonwealth funding for a proposed rice-cake manufacturing investment in the Riverina, with the Australian Government saying it is prepared to consider co-investment alongside the company.
Container Exchange names Trevor Evans as new CEO
Container Exchange (COEX) has appointed Trevor Evans as its new Chief Executive Officer, following his eight-month tenure as Interim CEO.
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AMCA Impact Study highlights AI’s role in improving HVAC safety compliance
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