Gov’t backs low-emission upgrades for major Australian manufacturers
The Albanese Government has announced $192 million in funding to help Australian manufacturers cut gas use, lower energy costs and reduce emissions, with new support directed toward leading companies and regional industries.
RMIT researchers create 3D-printed device to power implants without batteries
RMIT University has announced the development of an experimental 3D-printed diamond–titanium device that can generate electricity from flowing liquid and wirelessly receive power through tissue, which researchers say could pave the way for next-generation medical implants that never require battery replacement.
JP Morgan: Global factory activity expands for second month in September
Global manufacturing activity continued to expand in September, supported by rising output and new orders, according to the latest JP Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI report, compiled by JP Morgan in partnership with S&P Global Market Intelligence, ISM, and IFPSM.
EOS to manufacture Remote Weapon Systems in Canberra for LAND 400-3
Electro Optic Systems Holdings Limited (EOS) has announced it has secured a contract valued at A$108 million for the supply of Remote Weapon Systems (RWS) for the Australian Defence Force’s (ADF) LAND 400-3 project.
Australia’s manufacturing growth eases as PMI slips to 51.4 in September
Australia’s manufacturing sector continued to expand in September, although at a slower pace, according to the latest S&P Global Australia Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) report.
Return and Earn expands in Eurobodalla with upgraded Moruya facility
Eurobodalla residents now have a more convenient way to recycle their drink containers with the opening of an upgraded Return and Earn machine in Moruya.
Manufacturing skills at the centre of new housing construction training initiative
Manufacturing and construction skills are at the core of a new training initiative launched at Melbourne Polytechnic’s Heidelberg campus, where students have begun participating in the Future of Housing Construction Centre of Excellence.
WorkSafe brings manufacturing safety focus to Dandenong for Health and Safety Month
Victoria’s manufacturing industry will be at the centre of WorkSafe’s Health and Safety Month when the regulator visits Dandenong to provide practical insights on workplace safety.
Australia and Japan partner on laser satellite communications
The University of South Australia (UniSA) has announced a new partnership with Adelaide-based space start-up RapidBeam and Japanese space technology company Warpspace to advance laser satellite communications.
Monash scientists develop natural plastics from food waste for packaging
Researchers at Monash University have developed natural plastic films made from food waste sugars, with potential to provide compostable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics used in everyday packaging.
Featured Article
Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni on how AI and digital networks are reshaping manufacturing supply chains
Australian manufacturers have long competed against distance. In an exclusive interview with Australian Manufacturing, Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni discusses how AI can help manufacturers access more production capacity and simplify traditionally email-driven supply chains.
