IBISWorld: Import competition weighs on Australia’s wooden furniture manufacturing
Australia’s wooden furniture and upholstered seat manufacturing sector has faced mixed conditions in recent years, with industry research firm IBISWorld reporting that demand surged during the pandemic but has since been subdued by rising import competition and cost pressures.
Report calls for mandatory tyre scheme to unlock recycling and manufacturing value
Tyre Stewardship Australia (TSA) has welcomed the Western Australian Government’s release of the National Project on Options for End-of-Life Tyres, saying the findings confirm the need for a regulated framework to strengthen recycling and manufacturing opportunities across the country.
TGA urges manufacturers to provide feedback on updated GMP guidelines
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is encouraging Australian manufacturers to take part in an international consultation on proposed updates to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines, as the standards move to reflect advances in digital technology and artificial intelligence.
Konica Minolta backs e-waste recycling push with Macquarie University, ANZRP
Konica Minolta Australia has joined forces with Macquarie University and the Australia and New Zealand Recycling Platform’s (ANZRP) TechCollect program to launch the Rethink e-recycling Drive, an initiative aimed at reducing electronic waste going to landfill and promoting responsible recycling.
Arnott’s celebrates 160 years of biscuit manufacturing in Australia
Arnott’s has marked 160 years of biscuit making in Australia with a celebration at its Huntingwood bakery in Western Sydney, joined by New South Wales Premier Chris Minns and senior members of the state government.
Queensland program connects schools with advanced manufacturing careers
The Cairns Manufacturing Hub, in partnership with Makers Empire, has introduced the Queensland Advanced Manufacturing – Future Skills School Program to strengthen student engagement with manufacturing career pathways in Far North Queensland.
Vaxxas raises $90M to advance needle-free vaccine manufacturing
Vaxxas Pty Ltd has secured around $90 million in new funding to accelerate the commercialisation and manufacturing of its needle-free vaccine delivery technology.
WA backs research to turn beer by-products into new products
A new research collaboration in Western Australia is aiming to transform beer by-products into new food and fibre products, creating fresh market opportunities for the State’s craft brewing sector.
SA manufacturers offered support to adopt advanced technologies
South Australian manufacturing businesses will have greater access to advanced technologies through a $1 million state government grants program aimed at boosting innovation and productivity.
Victoria expands digital skills program for manufacturing and construction workers
The Victorian Government is expanding its support for manufacturing and construction workers by opening applications for 1,000 free training places in digital skills courses as part of its $4.25 million Digital Jobs program.
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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.
