New JV set to revolutionise solar manufacturing in Australia
Australia’s renewable energy landscape is set for a transformation as SunDrive Solar, the nation’s leader in solar innovation, partners with Trinasolar, one of the world’s largest solar manufacturers.Â
CIMIC’s UGL and CPB Contractors awarded $1.4B HumeLink transmission Project
CIMIC Group's subsidiaries, UGL and CPB Contractors, have been chosen by Transgrid to undertake the construction of the western section of the HumeLink high-voltage electricity transmission project.
BHP, Hatch to design electric smelting plant in Australia
Melbourne-based mining company BHP engineering firm Hatch have inked an agreement to design an electric smelting furnace pilot (ESF) plant with a plan to construct the facility in Australia.
WA updated Battery and Critical Minerals Strategy aims to create future jobs
The Western Australian Government has unveiled its updated Battery and Critical Minerals Strategy, positioning the state to become a leading global player in the downstream processing of critical minerals.
NT’s ‘big battery’ project reaches construction milestone
The Northern Territory’s $45 million big battery project known as the Darwin Katherine Battery Energy Storage System (DK BESS) has entered the next phase of construction work, with the completion of civil and building works.Â
Victoria backs manufacturing electrification with $10M in grants
Victorian manufacturers are shifting from gas to electric technologies, backed by a $10 million state government grant program through the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action.
Australia’s National Hydrogen Strategy to boost green manufacturing
Australia has unveiled its National Hydrogen Strategy, setting the stage for the country to become a global leader in clean energy, as revealed in a media release.Â
Work begins on Aurizon’s zero-emissions freight locomotive
Australia’s largest rail freight company, Aurizon, has unveiled details of its investment to build the first zero-emissions capable freight locomotive built in Australia.
Ampcontrol-designed battery electric vehicle wins 2023 NSW Mining Award for Health Excellence
DRIFTEX, a certified Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) co-developed by Ampcontrol, ResTech, and Solitech for use in underground mining operations, has won the NSW Mining HSEC Awards 2023 for Health Excellence.
Altech begins production of two 60KWh battery pack prototypes
Altech Batteries (ATC) has begun production and fabrication of two 60 kilowatt hour (KWh) battery pack prototypes at the Fraunhofer IKTS facility in Hermsdorf, Germany.
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Behind the Australian Made logo: Six manufacturers shaping local industry
Australian manufacturers are continuing to invest in local production, innovation and sustainability across a wide range of industries. From textiles and packaging to construction and advanced manufacturing, Australian Made licensees are developing products tailored to local conditions while supporting Australian jobs and capabilities.
