Sports surfacing manufacturer APT Asia Pacific boosts manufacturing capacity in Victoria
The Victorian Government says it is continuing to support local manufacturing, with sports surfacing manufacturer APT Asia Pacific completing a $10 million expansion of its production facility in Dandenong South.
Aurora Labs manufactures and delivers first AU4 propulsion systems for flight testing
Aurora Labs has delivered the first batch of its AU4 micro gas turbine propulsion systems to Australian defence company Sovereign Propulsion Systems (SPS), marking a manufacturing milestone as the company advances the commercialisation of its propulsion technology.
ARENA backs Sicona battery technology demonstration with up to $45M funding
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced up to $45 million in funding for Sicona Battery Technologies to demonstrate the commercial-scale manufacturing of its advanced silicon-carbon battery anode material, with the project aimed at improving electric vehicle (EV) battery performance while supporting Australia's battery manufacturing capability.
Chemistry Australia recognises manufacturing leaders at 2026 industry awards
Australia’s manufacturing and industrial chemicals sector has been recognised for achievements in sustainability, innovation and leadership, with Chemistry Australia announcing the winners of its 2026 Industry Awards.
Locally manufactured components drive landmark AUKUS submarine sustainment effort
Australian manufacturers have played a central role in supporting the first maintenance activity conducted on a United Kingdom nuclear-powered submarine in Australia under the AUKUS partnership, with the Australian Submarine Agency highlighting the milestone as a demonstration of the country's growing industrial capability.
WA-built electric bendy buses mark Australian manufacturing first
Western Australia has unveiled what the State Government says is Australia's first locally manufactured electric articulated bus, describing the project as a boost for local manufacturing while expanding the capacity of Perth's public transport network.
Austal backs additive manufacturing framework for maritime, defence sectors
Austal, in partnership with Curtin University and the Additive Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (AMCRC), has launched a collaborative research project aimed at accelerating the adoption of additive manufacturing across Australia's maritime and defence sectors.
UNSW brews up manufacturing breakthrough with ultrasonic espresso
Researchers at UNSW Sydney have developed a new coffee brewing process that could reduce energy consumption in beverage manufacturing by up to 75%, using ultrasonic sound waves to produce espresso-strength coffee with room-temperature water.
Nutrien expands manufacturing capacity with new east coast facility
Nutrien Ag Solutions says the completion of a new manufacturing and distribution centre in Victoria has tripled its domestic manufacturing capacity, as the company seeks to strengthen supply chain reliability for Australian farmers.
AML3D completes manufacturing systems delivery to major US military shipbuilder
AML3D has completed the delivery and commissioning of its first two large-scale ARCEMY® X additive manufacturing systems for Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS), a division of HII and the largest military shipbuilder in the United States, according to a company announcement.
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Responding to manufacturing demand and performance signals
Australian manufacturers are navigating a challenging environment. Just as output had returned to growth, higher fuel and freight costs, rising input prices and global supply chain disruption renewed pressure on margins and cash flow.
