Detmold Group to build new global manufacturing HQ in Adelaide
The Detmold Group has unveiled plans for a new global manufacturing and corporate headquarters at Regency Park in Adelaide, bringing together up to 240 employees from across eight sites into a single, purpose-built facility by the end of 2026.
Metal additive manufacturing for satellites set to quadruple by 2033, AM Research finds
The market for metal additive manufacturing (AM) in satellite production is expected to grow more than fourfold by 2033, according to a new report released by Additive Manufacturing Research (AM Research), a US-based market intelligence firm specialising in 3D printing technologies.
S&P Global: Manufacturing grows at slower pace in May
Australia’s manufacturing sector expanded for a fifth consecutive month in May, though at a slower pace, with the PMI easing to 51.0 from 51.7 in April, according to S&P Global.
ORNL develops 3D-printed metal molds to speed up US auto manufacturing
Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have demonstrated that 3D-printed metal moulds could offer a faster, more cost-effective, and flexible solution for producing large composite components in the automotive industry, potentially accelerating the adoption of lightweight materials in mass-produced vehicles.
Manufacturers eye smart tech adoption amid ongoing labour and integration hurdles, SYSPRO finds
SYSPRO, a global provider of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software for the manufacturing and distribution industries, has released new research highlighting both the eagerness and the ongoing challenges manufacturers face in adopting smart technologies.
Australian Steel Institute urges action on surge of cheap imported steel
The Australian Steel Institute (ASI) has aligned itself with a growing international movement seeking trade measures against the influx of low-priced imported fabricated steel, particularly from China.
$16.5M in defence grants to supercharge Australian manufacturing
The Albanese Government is bolstering Australia's manufacturing sector and defence capabilities through a $16.5 million investment in more than 50 businesses across the country.
Aurora Labs and Mayman Aerospace to collaborate on additive manufacturing for VTOL aircraft
Australian industrial 3D printing company Aurora Labs has entered the US aerospace and defence technology landscape through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with American UAV developer Mayman Aerospace.
Western Sydney attracts global automation leader in manufacturing push
Western Sydney’s credentials as a hub for advanced manufacturing have received a boost through a new partnership between the Bradfield Development Authority and Japanese automation giant OMRON.
China launches landmark zero-carbon mining fleet with 100 autonomous trucks
Chinese heavy equipment manufacturer XCMG Machinery (SHE:000425) has officially delivered 100 autonomous, all-electric mining trucks to the Huaneng Yimin Open-Pit Coal Mine in Inner Mongolia.
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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.
