New return pods launched as ACT CDS celebrates 7th anniversary
The ACT Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) is marking its seventh year of operation, celebrating a milestone that has seen nearly 400 million bottles, cans and cartons returned through its growing return point network.
Resources outlook: Export earnings to fall, but gold, exploration activity rise
Australia’s resources and energy export earnings are expected to decline over the next two years, according to the Australian Government’s latest Resources and Energy Quarterly, released by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources.
Luminous secures $4.9M from ARENA to deploy solar installation robots
Robotics company Luminous has been awarded $4.9 million as the inaugural recipient of the Australian Renewable Energy Agency’s (ARENA) $100 million Solar ScaleUp Challenge, a global initiative aimed at cutting the cost of large-scale solar projects through innovative solutions.
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.
Box Divvy pushes for better snack awareness amid rising ultra-processed food consumption
Community-led food cooperative Box Divvy is urging Australians to take a closer look at what's in their pantry, calling out common snack foods that are marketed as healthy but often contain ultra-processed ingredients.
Cleanaway expands Melbourne ops with Citywide Waste integration
Cleanaway Waste Management has announced the completion of its acquisition of Citywide Waste, aiming to expand its operations in inner metropolitan Melbourne.
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.
S&P Global: Aussie manufacturing sector loses momentum in June
Australia’s manufacturing sector experienced a further slowdown in growth in June, according to the latest S&P Global Australia Manufacturing Purchasing Manager’s Index™ (PMI) data.
Global manufacturing activity expands for first time in three months, JP Morgan reports
Global manufacturing activity returned to growth in June, marking a tentative recovery in output and new orders, according to the latest JP Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI.
UQ researchers develop remote-controlled beetles for search and rescue missions
Researchers at the University of Queensland are developing technology that could one day turn common beetles into life-saving tools for search and rescue operations in disaster zones.
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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.
