Thursday, April 9, 2026

3ME Technology eyes Arctic-ready battery systems under South 8 LOI

3ME Technology has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with South 8 Technologies to collaborate on the development of lithium-ion battery solutions designed for extreme cold-weather and Arctic defence operations.

Hazer reports revenue growth and 27% cost reduction in H1 FY26

Hazer Group Ltd (ASX: HZR) has reported its results for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, outlining progress across commercial, operational and financial activities.

$500K funding drive to expand Pilbara innovation and manufacturing

The Government of Western Australia said it has partnered with BHP and CORE Innovation Hub to deliver $500,000 in grants through the Made in the Pilbara initiative, aimed at supporting business growth and diversification in the region.

AMGTA expands manufacturing collaboration as MTDG becomes Principal Member

The Additive Manufacturer Green Trade Association (AMGTA) has elevated Manufacturing Technology Deployment Group (MTDG) to Principal Member status, expanding its leadership role within the global manufacturing-focused organisation and reinforcing its emphasis on sustainable additive manufacturing.

UNSW turns peanut shells into sustainable graphene in manufacturing advance

Researchers at University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) have developed a new process that can convert discarded peanut shells into high-quality graphene, offering a cheaper and more sustainable pathway for advanced material production and future manufacturing applications.

C-130J manufacturing partnership reaches 300 ship-sets

Lockheed Martin Australia has marked a manufacturing milestone with Australian industry partner Quickstep Holdings Limited completing the 300th ship-set of composite wing flaps for the C-130J Super Hercules aircraft.

CSIRO launches $3M renewable energy lab upgrade in Newcastle

CSIRO has officially launched a $3 million upgrade of its Renewable Energy Integration Facility at its Energy Centre in Newcastle, with the national science agency stating the expansion significantly strengthens Australia’s capacity to test and validate technologies central to the electricity transition.

Regional Australia in focus for renewable AI plan

WinDC has partnered with Yirigaa to accelerate the deployment of sovereign, renewable-powered AI infrastructure across regional Australia, aiming to expand digital capability while supporting local economic and employment opportunities.

Australia-based manufacturing to deliver custom mRNA vaccines for brain cancer trial

Southern RNA and Providence Therapeutics have announced their support for a world-first clinical trial evaluating personalised mRNA cancer vaccines for children with advanced and treatment-resistant brain tumours, in what the companies describe as a significant step for both clinical research and mRNA manufacturing capability.

Felton Industries launches manufacturing push with Tow & Fold mobile grandstand range

Australian outdoor furniture manufacturer Felton Industries has unveiled its Tow & Fold mobile grandstand range, highlighting its manufacturing capability in developing portable spectator seating designed for councils, schools, and event organisers across the country.
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