Manufacturers dial up investment in technology and sustainability
The Commonwealth Bank has recently launched its first Manufacturing Insights Report. The report speaks to hundreds of manufacturers of different sizes and types, in which they were asked about their financial performance during the pandemic, how well they adapted, and their approach to business in the year ahead.
Breakthough print innovations deliver a myriad of benefits for small business owners
The 'Work from Anywhere' Series is Sponsored By
In the last piece of our three-part Work from Anywhere series we’re going to focus on...
Coca-Cola soft drink and water brands in Australia now produced in 100% recycled plastic
Coca-Cola Australia and Coca-Cola Amatil have announced that all Coca-Cola soft drink and water brands (600ml and below) in Australia are now being produced...
Nesting & Fabrication with Autodesk Fusion 360
If you’re cutting a large number of parts out of flat sheet stock with varying dimensions and prices, nesting is a crucial piece of the workflow to help eliminate guesswork and minimise waste.
Reducing downtime through real-time shop floor insights with Minitab’s Prolink
Unplanned downtime remains one of the most costly – and often misunderstood – challenges on the manufacturing floor.
Planet Ark joins forces with Australian Paper to encourage businesses to use locally-made recycled...
Environmental organization Planet Ark has teamed up with Australian Paper for a recycling initiative that will encourage paper users to switch to locally-made recycled...
Don’t get left behind: Manufacturing’s urgent need for digital transformation
As digital transformation reshapes industries worldwide, manufacturers in Australia and beyond are finding themselves at the forefront of an evolution. This shift presents opportunities for companies looking to improve efficiency, drive innovation, and boost growth.
AMWU believes locally made content is the missing link in new Sydney rail
The latest building of the $9 billion North West Rail Link in Sydney has come under light by AMWU, who will step up pressure on...
Expressions of interest sought for Wax Converters Textiles
Salea Advisory, on behalf of Administrator Sule Arnautovic, is inviting expressions of interest for the sale or assignment of Wax Converters Textiles Pty Limited, a well-established manufacturing business located in Rutherford, NSW.
Key trends expected for the manufacturing sector in 2024
The manufacturing sector outlook for 2024 remains cautious amidst several challenges. Fiscal tightening, inflation, and geopolitical instability could undermine growth in 2024, and if favourable economic trends start to unwind, the risk of a downturn looms large.
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From cost exposure to cost control: Using energy flexibility to protect margins
Electricity price volatility is reshaping the cost base of Australian manufacturing, challenging long-held assumptions that energy can be treated as a stable operational input.
