Friday, October 9, 2026

SoftIron launches Australia’s first-ever advanced computer manufacturing facility

SoftIron has opened Australia’s first-ever component-level IT infrastructure manufacturing facility in Sydney, bringing Australia one step closer towards developing its first sovereign capability in critical technology. 

Tasmania announces latest investment in advanced manufacturing sector

The Tasmanian government has awarded a total of $619,000 in grants to seven local businesses to help them expand their manufacturing capabilities and support interstate and international market growth opportunities. 

Queensland receives federal funding to accelerate biomanufacturing sector

The Albanese Labor Government is delivering its pledge to expand biomanufacturing capabilities in Queensland with a $12.6 million investment in Cytvia’s Springfield BioPark Australia project.

Orica, Alpha to investigate potential North American expansion in new MOU

Orica has signed a deal with Alpha HPA to explore the feasibility of establishing a new manufacturing facility in North America, which would produce high-purity aluminium products for future-facing industries. 

Victorian manufacturers urged to apply for Low Carbon Manufacturing Grant

The VCCI has called on business leaders who are yet to enlist in its Low Carbon Manufacturing Grant Program. 

ARM Hub, Azcende Venture to help Australian critical tech enter US defence market

ARM Hub has ventured into a partnership with Azcende Venture Capital to help Australian manufacturers of innovative technologies enter US markets.

Stanwell to power Brisbane Airport with 100% green energy

Brisbane Airport Corporation has secured a deal with government-owned energy generator Stanwell to make its operations 100 per cent powered by renewable energy. 

Coles Group deploys SECOS’ MyEcoBag products in 770 Australian stores

Australian retail giant Coles Group is launching SECOS Group’s MyEcoBag compostable products in 770 retail stores across Australia. 

ABT, Glencore to develop Volvo haul truck braking system

ABT has partnered with Glencore Australia to develop a heavy vehicle Sealed Integrated Braking System (SIBS) for the Volvo FMX Haul Truck. 

Over 230 businesses enlist for Qld’s SuperGrid manufacturing boom

More than 230 companies have expressed interest in boosting local renewable energy supply chain opportunities in Queensland as part of the state’s SuperGrid manufacturing and jobs boom. 
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