Africa faces hard knocks as rich countries take manufacturing back home
The global economic crisis triggered by the outbreak of the COVID pandemic in 2020 and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February this year has intensified the risk of declining trade integration between countries. A process referred to as the deglobalisation of trade.
Brisbane Metro’s pilot vehicle arrives in Australia
Two and half years after contract award, Brisbane Metro's much-anticipated vehicle, the lighTram® 25, built and designed by Swiss vehicle manufacturer HESS, has arrived in Brisbane.
Tritium announces appointment of key executives
Brisbane-based fast charger manufacturer Tritium has announced the appointment of key executives to help the Company continue its global expansion.
Joining the company’s leadership team...
Bombardier Transportation Australia to build 100 new trams in Victoria
Bombardier Transportation Australia has been awarded a contract to build 100 new and accessible trams as part of the Victorian Government’s $1.85 billion Next...
First Grant Awarded Under The Northern Territory’s Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystem Fund
Media Release By AMEF
Corrosion Instruments (CI) awarded first co-investment grant under Northern Territory Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystem Fund (AMEF)
Co-investment to assist CI in...
Amcor unveils more sustainable packaging for pharmaceuticals
Packaging giant Amcor has announced the addition of new, more sustainable High Shield laminates to its pharmaceutical packaging portfolio.
According to Amcor's statement, the new...
$50m investment to help secure critical mineral supply chains in WA
The Government will invest $50 million in a new business and research partnership with Curtin University which will focus on the critical mineral supply chain and result...
Austal to build two more ECCPB’s for Navy
The Department of Defence has placed an order for an additional two Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boats (ECCPB’s) from Austal for $124 million.
Austal CEO Paddy...
Polystyrene tops marine plastic ahead of national ban
Media Release by Conservation Volunteers Australia
More polystyrene is being collected from the nation’s largest waterways than any other type of plastic, supporting a national...
Cost pressures affecting Australian Food and Grocery Manufacturers
Media Release by Australian Food and Grocery Council
AFGC CEO Tanya Barden says Australian food and grocery manufacturers are facing cost pressures that are starting...
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How AI-enabled cloud ERP is redefining growth for manufacturing leaders
Manufacturing leaders are entering a new phase of supply chain transformation, where growth is increasingly determined by how quickly and intelligently organisations can respond to change.
