Australian-made manufacturing technology targets plastic waste in Timor-Leste
Australian advanced manufacturing technology developed in Western Australia will be deployed in Timor-Leste under a new agreement between Inspire Robotics and Hyperion Systems, with the project aiming to combine manufacturing, robotics and recycled plastics to support local environmental and economic activities.
Rolls-Royce expands manufacturing partnership with Marand for Type 26 programme
Rolls-Royce has expanded its manufacturing partnership with Australian engineering company Marand Precision Engineering to supply naval gas turbine propulsion packages for the Type 26 Global Combat Ship programme, while establishing a new regional Defence headquarters in Canberra.
ANSTO marks 20 years of OPAL reactor supporting manufacturing and industry
Australia’s manufacturing sector has been among the industries supported by the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation’s (ANSTO) OPAL multi-purpose reactor, which has reached 20 years since first achieving criticality at the organisation’s Lucas Heights campus.
Australian cotton manufacturing demand supported by quality and supply outlook – Nutrien
Australia’s cotton industry continues to supply international markets, with crop quality and changing global fibre markets contributing to demand from manufacturers, according to Nutrien.
Mars Snacking expands manufacturing capabilities with $3M Ballarat investment
Mars Snacking Australia has launched a new Mars Bar Slice product following a $3 million investment in its Ballarat chocolate production and manufacturing facility, which the company says has expanded the site's product development capabilities.
Engineers Australia highlights pathways for young engineering talent
Engineers Australia is highlighting the need to support young people entering the engineering profession, citing workforce demand and concerns about early-career opportunities.
Clean Plus Chemicals triples manufacturing capacity as Australian production expands
Australian cleaning and hygiene products manufacturer Clean Plus Chemicals has tripled its manufacturing capacity over the past 12 months, following investment in blending equipment, automation, infrastructure, systems and production capabilities, according to the company.
Advanced manufacturing takes centre stage in National Science Week
Manufacturing will be among the key industries explored during National Science Week 2026, with events showcasing developments spanning biomanufacturing, aerospace, robotics and quantum technology.
Manufacturing group welcomes pause on Victoria’s proposed work-from-home legislation
Manufacturing businesses in southeast Melbourne have welcomed the Victorian Government’s decision to pause proposed work-from-home legislation, with the South East Melbourne Manufacturers Alliance (SEMMA) calling for further consultation with businesses before any changes are progressed.
$500,000 Qld investment supports Gold Coast defence manufacturing
Queensland’s manufacturing sector is set to receive a boost with more than $500,000 in government funding supporting the expansion of defence armour production on the Gold Coast.
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How growth capital is helping an Australian manufacturer go global
There’s a particular kind of ingenuity that flourishes in regional Australia. Away from the noise of major business centres, founders build companies that quietly become world leaders in their field, solving deep specialised problems that global markets didn’t know could be solved. Modra Technology, based in Warragul in regional Victoria, is one of those companies.
