Australia’s first Cypress Platform wind farm set to enter construction phase
GE Renewable Energy has been selected as wind turbine supplier for what will become Australia's first Cypress Platform wind farm.
The 244 MW Bango wind...
Australian Made welcomes ACCC action against China made UGG boot seller
The Australian Made Campaign (AMCL) has issued a statement welcoming the action taken by the ACCC against online ugg boot seller Happiness Road, trading as...
Thales Australia receives fresh orders of Victorian-manufactured vehicle
Thales Australia’s Bushmaster has received fresh export orders from Japan and Indonesia, with strong interest expressed by Libya, making the Aussie-made Protected Mobility Vehicle...
Victorian Government launches METS Regional Innovation Accelerator program
Victorian manufacturer Gekko Systems recently switched from making mine plant equipment to creating ventilators and is now playing a crucial role in Australia’s global...
How to transform your operation into a smart factory: Building the Foundation
Smart factories are characterised by digital technology, real-time data-driven systems, automation and in some cases, artificial intelligence, and manufacturers with an eye on the future are embarking on journeys of digital transformation.
Digitisation and sustainability drive manufacturing
Australian manufacturing is thriving despite cost pressures, supply chain issues and labour shortages. A new CommBank report shows how digitisation and sustainable practices are reshaping the sector.
Flinders to establish Australia’s first reconfigurable ‘Future Factory’ at Tonsley
Flinders University has unveiled plans for a new Australian Centre for Innovative Manufacturing (ACIM) that would generate $182 million in economic activity for South...
The Australian manufacturing sector is approaching a new growth phase
While there is no doubt the current health pandemic has had an impact on many Australian manufacturers, the inaugural CommBank Manufacturing Insights report suggests the sector is on the precipice of a new growth phase.
First Solar delivers boost to Geelong and Adelaide economy
First Solar has decided to further the cooperation with IXL Group (IXL) following the successful collaboration between the companies back in 2012.
According to an...
Why it’s time to embrace the cloud in design and engineering
Overcoming today’s design and engineering challenges. The pace of change, competitive threats, and supply chain volatility present challenges now, more than ever before.