Nearly half of organisations lack confidence in future manufacturing strategies, Gartner survey finds
Nearly half of organisations are uncertain that their current manufacturing strategies will deliver on business outcomes over the next three years, according to a new survey by American research and advisory firm Gartner, Inc.
CSIRO leads global AI challenge to advance agricultural manufacturing innovation
Australia’s national science agency CSIRO, in collaboration with Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) and Google Australia, has launched a global competition aimed at advancing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in agriculture and pasture management – an area increasingly linked with digital innovation in manufacturing and production systems.
Over 500 NSW students join virtual AI work placement initiative
More than 500 students from 134 schools across New South Wales are undertaking a week-long virtual work placement focused on artificial intelligence (AI) through a partnership between the NSW Department of Education and leading technology organisations.
Nextracker introduces NX Earth Truss solar foundation in Australia with ARENA backing
Nextracker has announced the launch of its NX Earth Truss foundation solution in Australia, a new manufacturing innovation backed by a grant from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) to help accelerate large-scale solar deployment across the country.
$38.5M investment to expand Anteris’ manufacturing capacity, global clinical program
Anteris Technologies Global Corp has announced a binding agreement for a private placement valued at approximately AUD 38.5 million (USD 25.2 million) to support the advancement of its PARADIGM clinical trial and accelerate global commercialisation efforts.
Tasmania launches immersive Skills Lab to boost job-ready manufacturing training
TasTAFE has officially opened an immersive Skills Lab, offering learners virtual and augmented reality training to develop practical skills before entering a worksite, the Tasmanian Government announced.
AMSL Aero, partners advance hydrogen-electric aircraft manufacturing with liquid-hydrogen refuelling milestone
AMSL Aero, in collaboration with New Zealand-based Fabrum and Brisbane-based Stralis Aircraft, has announced an advancement in hydrogen-electric aircraft manufacturing following the successful refuelling of composite liquid-hydrogen aviation tanks.
Li-S Energy boosts Australian manufacturing with completion of lithium foil facility
Li-S Energy Limited has announced the completion of Australia’s first lithium foil production line, marking what the company described as a major milestone in advancing the nation’s manufacturing capability for critical battery materials.
New US aerospace manufacturing facility lands in South Australia with state gov’t support
The South Australian Government has announced a major boost to the state’s advanced manufacturing sector, with US-based aerospace company Life Support International (LSI) opening its first facility outside Pennsylvania in Adelaide.
R.M.Williams expands manufacturing capacity with second Adelaide workshop
R.M.Williams has announced the official opening of a second manufacturing workshop at its site in Salisbury, Adelaide’s northern suburbs, marking what the company described as a major milestone in its commitment to strengthening Australian-made craftsmanship.
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