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HILT CRC, a research institute based in Adelaide’s city centre, has announced that POSCO Holdings has joined its growing international network, marking what the organisation describes as a significant step in accelerating global collaboration on low-emission steel technologies.

The Australian Government has announced what it describes as a significant step for domestic manufacturing under the AUKUS partnership, confirming HIFraser as the first Australian company qualified to supply parts for US Virginia class submarines through the Government-funded Defence Industry Vendor Qualification Program (DIVQ).

Aurora Labs has moved to expand its role in Australia’s defence manufacturing sector, announcing a Memorandum of Understanding with Ares Armaments Australia to progress research, development and rapid production techniques for advanced small-arms components.

Calix Limited says it has taken a significant step toward advancing its Zero Emissions Steel Technology, announcing it has executed a Joint Development Agreement with Rio Tinto to support the demonstration and potential commercialisation of its Zesty process.

KAESER Australia is marking its 35th anniversary, stating that its ongoing role in the country’s manufacturing sector is linked to steady customer demand and its focus on supplying reliable compressed air systems.

CSIRO has announced a new robotic repair system it says could help address skills shortages while improving manufacturing and industrial maintenance processes across Australia.

Australian biotech firm CSL has announced plans to invest approximately USD 1.5 billion in the United States over the next five years, with the company stating the move is aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing capacity for plasma-derived therapies. 

Researchers at the University of Sydney have developed a new 3D printing technique to manufacture anatomically accurate replicas of human blood vessels in just two hours, a development the university says could advance the study of strokes and the testing of new treatments.

Victoria’s manufacturing sector has gained an uplift with Walkinshaw Group officially opening its new $114 million automotive manufacturing headquarters and expanded facility in Dandenong South, according to Invest Victoria.

Manufacturing opportunities in Gippsland may expand following Opal’s announcement that it has commenced a feasibility study with European Energy Australia and its subsidiary Ammongas to examine biogenic CO2 capture at the Maryvale Paper Mill.