Wednesday, November 11, 2026

Yamaha Motor acquires Australian boat manufacturer Telwater

Yamaha Motor Co, Ltd has announced that its subsidiary, Yamaha Motor Australia Pty Ltd, has signed a purchase agreement to acquire Telwater Pty Ltd, a leading Australian aluminum boat manufacturer. 

UniSQ and iLAuNCH Trailblazer to test plant growth tech in space

Australian-developed plant monitoring technology is set to be tested in space through an initiative led by the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) as part of the iLAuNCH Trailblazer program. 

Electric Vehicle Council warns against scrapping penalties for polluting cars

The Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) has warned that abolishing penalties for car manufacturers that fail to meet pollution reduction targets under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) could limit Australians' access to more fuel-efficient and cost-effective vehicles.

Legrand expands data centre offerings through CRS takeover

Legrand has expanded its data centre portfolio with the acquisition of Computer Room Solutions (CRS), a leading provider of data centre infrastructure solutions. 

Visy’s new recyclable insulation solution to tackle polystyrene waste

Visy has announced the launch of a new product, Visycell, aimed at providing a sustainable alternative to expanded polystyrene (EPS), a material widely known for its environmental impact. 

JP Morgan’s global manufacturing PMI shows weak expansion in Q1 2025

The global manufacturing sector showed only a slight improvement in March, with the JP Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI registering 50.3, down slightly from 50.6 in February. 

Aussie researchers advance perovskite solar cell tech with green manufacturing breakthrough

A groundbreaking project backed by Australia's Economic Accelerator (AEA) Seed funding has advanced perovskite solar cell technology, developing eco-friendly materials and processes that improve energy efficiency and reduce costs.

Westpac announces leadership change with new chief people officer

Westpac has announced the appointment of Kate Dee as its new Chief People Officer, with plans for her to assume the role later this year. 

Smart manufacturing needs people first, technology second, Gartner reports

Gartner has emphasised the importance of human-centric strategies in unlocking the full value of connected factory worker initiatives, stating that organisations must go beyond immediate cost savings to achieve long-term strategic benefits.

Weld Australia seeks Indigenous artists to showcase art on a global stage

Indigenous artists from Australia and New Zealand are being encouraged to showcase their welded artworks on a global stage as part of the International Institute of Welding (IIW) 2025 Digital Collection Welded Art Photographic Exhibition: Progressing Biodiversity.
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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.