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Australian universities receive ARC funding to boost infrastructure research capabilities

The Australian Research Council (ARC) has unveiled $39 million in research funding that would provide Australian researchers with the means to acquire key research...

Queensland breaks ground for Australia’s first Hydrogen Centre of Excellence

The Queensland government today opened Australia’s first Hydrogen Centre of Excellence to prep the future workforce for the state’s transition into becoming a global hydrogen superpower. 

Codan to provide HF Amplifier, Antenna System for Raytheon’s Land 555 Bushmaster upgrade

Raytheon Australia has tapped Codan Communication to deliver a High-Frequency Amplifier and Antenna System for the Force Level Electronic Warfare System—Land, which is being supplied for the Australian Defence Force. 

Monash University rolls out world’s first cyborg heart competition

A team of biomedical engineering students from Monash University has kickstarted the world’s first artificial heart competition to help over 64 million people worldwide who suffer from heart complications.  

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.
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