Victorian Gov’t invests $15M in regional infrastructure to support manufacturing
The Victorian Government has announced $15 million for 10 regional infrastructure projects aimed at helping businesses expand, including upgrades to support manufacturing, food processing and logistics operations.
Sparc explores UAE manufacturing partnership for graphene-enhanced coatings
Sparc Technologies is exploring local manufacturing opportunities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of a new partnership with UK-based graphene producer Levidian Nanosystems to advance the commercialisation of graphene-enhanced protective coatings in the Middle East.
Lockheed Martin Australia marks 10 years of Seahawk sustainment capability in Nowra
Lockheed Martin Australia has marked 10 years of its Sikorsky Australia sustainment facility in Nowra, NSW, which supports maintenance and operational readiness of the Royal Australian Navy’s MH-60R Seahawk helicopter fleet.
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners invests $39.7M in WA manufacturing upgrade
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has invested $39.7 million in its Kewdale manufacturing facility in Western Australia, installing a new can production line designed to increase capacity by more than 40 per cent.
ARENA opens $250M round for Australian solar manufacturing
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has launched a funding round of up to $250 million to support solar manufacturing and technology development in Australia, targeting equipment and processes designed to reduce the cost and complexity of building large-scale solar farms.
Manufacturing workforce plan targets skills and productivity to support industry growth
Australia’s manufacturing industry needs a stronger skilled workforce, improved apprenticeship outcomes and more responsive training to support productivity and future growth, according to the Manufacturing Industry Skills Alliance’s 2026 National Manufacturing Workforce Plan.
Drone Forge and Arkeus partner on hyperspectral sensing technology
Australian autonomous systems integrator Drone Forge has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Arkeus to explore integrating hyperspectral optical radar technology into its autonomous systems portfolio.
Manufacturing grant to help North Queensland pie maker expand production
Townsville-based manufacturer The Outback Pie Co. will receive around $524,000 in Queensland Government funding to install automated production equipment, with the project expected to create 24 jobs and improve manufacturing productivity.
$2.7M project targets advanced manufacturing for Australian defence and medical sectors
A $2.7 million industry-led project will develop Australia’s manufacturing capability for certified metal components used in defence, maritime and medical applications, with the aim of reducing reliance on overseas supply chains.
Zip Water wins 2026 Australian Good Design Award for accessible remote
Zip Water’s Accessible Remote, designed and manufactured in Condell Park, NSW, has won a 2026 Australian Good Design Award for its approach to making drinking water more accessible.
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