Alcoa, Ball and Unilever pioneer carbon-free aluminum manufacturing for consumer packaging
Alcoa Corporation, in partnership with Ball Corporation and Unilever PLC, has announced the first use of ELYSIS carbon-free smelting technology in the manufacturing of consumer personal and home care packaging.
Cleanaway partners with Acciona to divert waste from WA landfills
Cleanaway has entered into a long-term agreement with Acciona to supply waste feedstock for the Kwinana Energy Recovery Facility, which aims to divert waste from Western Australian landfills through the use of Energy from Waste (EfW) technology.
Manufacturing performance weakens as industry activity improves, Ai Group reports
Australia’s manufacturing sector continued to weaken in October, led by a sharp decline in the metals sector, even as overall industry conditions showed signs of stabilising, according to the latest Australian Industry Index released by the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group).
Parliament launches inquiry into tyre manufacturing and recycling challenges
The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Industry, Innovation and Science has launched an inquiry into Australia’s tyre industry, examining its challenges, opportunities, and potential to strengthen domestic manufacturing within the circular economy.
AEA Innovate grants boost Australia’s clean energy and defence research
Australia’s Department of Education has announced new funding under the Australia’s Economic Accelerator (AEA) Innovate program to advance research commercialisation in renewable energy and maritime technology.
$2.5M mobile training fleet to deliver clean energy, manufacturing skills across NSW
The NSW Government, in partnership with the Albanese Government, has launched a $2.5 million mobile training fleet to deliver hands-on clean energy and manufacturing skills to communities across New South Wales.
Deakin and Kapture partner to convert engine emissions into sustainable manufacturing, farming product
Deakin University has partnered with Melbourne-based start-up Kapture to develop technology that transforms combustion engine emissions into sustainable fertiliser, in a collaboration aimed at decarbonising heavy industry and strengthening Australia’s manufacturing and agricultural capabilities.
Tetra Pak introduces Factory OS to support AI-ready food and beverage manufacturing
Tetra Pak has launched its new Automation and Digitalisation portfolio, Tetra Pak Factory OS, which the company says will help food and beverage manufacturers prepare for AI-driven production and achieve greater efficiency across their operations.
ClearVue and Kukyoung partner to advance solar glass manufacturing in South Korea
ClearVue Technologies Limited has entered into a three-year license partner agreement with South Korean architectural glass manufacturer Kukyoung Glass and Metal Co Ltd, formally authorising Kukyoung as an Official ClearVue Fabricator.
Quantum Brilliance opens quantum diamond foundry to boost Australia’s manufacturing capability
Quantum Brilliance has announced the opening of what it describes as the world’s first commercial Quantum Diamond Foundry in Melbourne, a facility the company says will enhance Australia’s advanced manufacturing and quantum technology industries.
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“New Starts Here”: AGHA launches national platform for gift and homewares
Australia’s peak organisation for the gift and homewares sector, the Australian Gift & Homewares Association (AGHA), has revealed plans for a major expansion in 2026, introducing Gifted Melbourne 2026 to complement the long-established AGHA Sydney Gift Fair.
