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.
Capral reports higher first-half earnings despite soft housing demand
Australian aluminium extruder and distributor Capral has reported higher earnings for the first half of 2026, with sales volumes and revenue increasing despite softer residential construction demand and higher costs linked to supply disruptions.
Gov’t backs manufacturing approach to faster apartment construction
The Australian Government has committed $120 million through the National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) to support a pilot advanced manufacturing facility for housing construction in Neerabup, Western Australia, as part of a broader $240 million investment involving government and private-sector partners.
Gallium project marks step forward for Australia’s advanced manufacturing
Construction has begun on the Alcoa-Sojitz Gallium Recovery Project in Western Australia, with the Australian Government describing the development as a step towards strengthening domestic manufacturing and critical minerals supply chains.
Manufacturing skills enrolments stagnate as SEMMA warns of ongoing shortages
Manufacturing apprentice and engineering enrolments have remained largely stagnant over the past three years, prompting the South East Melbourne Manufacturers Alliance (SEMMA) to warn that the sector could face continuing skills shortages.
Nova Systems expands manufacturing footprint with larger systems integration centre
Nova Systems has expanded its manufacturing and systems integration footprint in Queensland, opening a new National Systems Integration Centre in Banyo that is more than twice the size of its original facility.
NSW opens $6M fund to support innovative manufacturing adoption
The NSW Government has opened applications for a new $6 million fund aimed at helping manufacturers adopt new technologies, improve productivity and strengthen local manufacturing capability.
Australian-first aircraft refinishing facility backed by Queensland Government
The Queensland Government has committed $12 million to support the establishment of what it says will be Australia’s first sovereign wide-body aircraft paint and refinishing facility at Wellcamp Airport in Toowoomba, with the project expected to strengthen the region’s manufacturing, aerospace and defence capabilities.
Manufacturing spin-out Hysata named national finalist for research commercialisation
University of Wollongong (UOW) spin-out Hysata has been named a national finalist in the Research Commercialisation category at the 2026 Australian Financial Review Higher Education Awards, recognising the manufacturing and commercial development of hydrogen technology originating from university research.
Biological research targets new approaches to plastic waste in manufacturing
Australian Research Council (ARC)-funded research is advancing biological approaches to plastic waste, with potential applications in manufacturing, recycling and environmental management.
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AMCA Impact Study highlights AI’s role in improving HVAC safety compliance
A new AMCA Impact Study has highlighted the growing challenge of helping HVAC contractors access reliable safety and compliance information quickly, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses operating in Australia's highly regulated construction environment.
