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Metso inaugurates largest service centre worldwide in Karratha

Metso, a provider of sustainable solutions for the mining and aggregates industries, has inaugurated its largest service centre worldwide in Karratha, Western Australia.

House of Representatives launches inquiry into future of F&B manufacturing industry

The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Industry, Science, and Resources has initiated an inquiry to explore avenues for innovation and expansion within Australia’s food and beverage manufacturing sector.

Australians urged to shape future of mining industry through national survey

Australians aged 18 and above are encouraged to participate in a survey aimed at influencing the trajectory of mining research in the country in a bid to gauge public sentiment and insights regarding the mining sector.

New action plans unveiled to combat fruit and vegetable waste crisis

End Food Waste Australia, in collaboration with the Australian Bananas Growers’ Council, Melons Australia, and the wider horticulture industry, has launched a comprehensive nationwide strategy aimed at salvaging fresh produce and slashing Australia’s food waste by 2030.

AEMO warns of impending shift to diesel-powered electricity

The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has raised concerns over the looming prospect of diesel-powered electricity as a consequence of the dwindling gas supply on the east coast.

ASM advances rare earths project with US EXIM’s USD 600M support

Australian Strategic Materials Limited announced the reception of a non-binding and conditional Letter of Interest (LoI) from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (US EXIM), outlining a debt funding package of up to USD 600 million (AUD 923 million) for the construction and execution phase of the Dubbo Project, focusing on rare earths and critical minerals.

Australian Army tests advance tech solutions in US collaboration

The Australian Army has joined forces with allies and partners in Project Convergence, marking a crucial step in testing and advancing networks, robotic and autonomous systems, as well as air defence and strike-related systems.

First Graphene spearheads breakthrough in green hydrogen catalyst

First Graphene Limited announced progress in the commercialisation of graphene materials with the development of new electrocatalysts tailored for the burgeoning 'green hydrogen' sector.

Fonterra reports strong interim results for FY24

New Zealand dairy giant Fonterra has unveiled robust interim results for FY24, marked by a significant rise in profits and an enhanced dividend payout.

Researchers lead the charge with new plastic recycling technology

Researchers at UNSW Sydney have pioneered a groundbreaking low-energy technique for recycling plastic, poised to revolutionise the recycling landscape and potentially transform everyday products like Tim Tams.
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