Consumer watchdog to investigate VW over emission scandal
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has confirmed that it would be investigating Volkswagen Group “for possible use of ‘defeat devices’ in Australia,...
Researchers develop safe and sustainable water batteries resilient to pressure
A collaborative effort led by RMIT University has yielded the creation of recyclable 'water batteries' that promise enhanced safety and environmental sustainability.
Australia invests in local manufacturing of AI tools for respiratory disease
Australian health technology company Diag-Nose.io has secured $3 million in federal funding to advance local manufacturing and clinical validation of an artificial intelligence-powered diagnostic platform designed to improve treatment of respiratory disease.
CSIRO: Australia food supply greatly impacted by micro and nanoplastics
A recent study conducted by Australia’s national science agency CSIRO found that micro and nanoplastics are prevalent in the nation’s food supply, impacting agricultural systems and the environment.
Solid Solutions acquires additive manufacturing service bureau 3DPRINTUK
London-based 3D printing company 3DPRINTUK has been acquired by Solid Solutions and will become part of the TriMech Group in a push to bolster the latter’s design and production services.
Monash unveils state-of-the-art Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Centre
The Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Centre (MMIC) has officially opened in the Monash Technology Precinct in Clayton, poised to advance medicine formulation, tackle manufacturing challenges, and develop a highly skilled pharmaceutical workforce.
NSW manufactures first-ever livestock vaccine in-house
The NSW Government announced it is investing in and prioritising the biosecurity of NSW, with a cutting-edge emergency animal disease vaccine reaching a major milestone.
Austal USA opens $100m steel shipbuilding plant in Mobile, Alabama
Austal USA has officially opened its new cutting-edge steel shipbuilding facility in Mobile, Alabama, which will enable the simultaneous production of both aluminium and...
Government delay in rolling stock orders could cripple Victoria’s rail industry
Victoria’s rail manufacturers have warned that job losses are imminent if the Andrews Government doesn’t deliver on its last year’s promise to secure a...
NOVONIX to expand domestic graphite anode production with USD 100 million DOE grant
Battery materials and technology company NOVONIX has secured a $100 million grant from the US Department of Energy (DOE) to enhance the domestic production of high-performance, synthetic graphite anode materials.
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Responding to manufacturing demand and performance signals
Australian manufacturers are navigating a challenging environment. Just as output had returned to growth, higher fuel and freight costs, rising input prices and global supply chain disruption renewed pressure on margins and cash flow.
