Sydney’s electric bus fleet grows as Transit Systems expands locally manufactured vehicles
Transit Systems has welcomed the New South Wales Government’s announcement of 151 new battery electric buses, describing it as a major milestone in the state’s transition to a cleaner and more sustainable public transport network.
Australia and United States sign landmark critical minerals framework
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and United States President Donald J. Trump have signed a landmark agreement to strengthen bilateral cooperation on critical minerals and rare earths, marking a new phase in the two nations’ strategic and economic partnership.
Finalists announced for the 2025 Hunter Manufacturing Awards
The Hunter Manufacturing Awards (HMA) has announced the finalists for its 2025 program, celebrating the innovation, resilience, and diversity of the manufacturing sector across the Hunter, Central Coast, Mid North Coast, and surrounding regions.
WOA advances lupin-based milk production with newly patented protein tech
Wide Open Agriculture Ltd (ASX: WOA) has announced the development of a new lupin protein milk formulation and the lodging of a patent application to protect the product’s composition and production process.
Gov’t funding to help Australian firms meet US submarine manufacturing standards
The Australian Government has announced a $19 million investment to support Australian manufacturers seeking to secure contracts within the United States submarine industrial base through the Australian Submarine Supplier Qualification (AUSSQ) Pilot program.
DroneShield announces key leadership changes to accelerate product innovation
DroneShield has announced a series of leadership changes within its technology division, appointing Angus Harris as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and transitioning long-serving executive Angus Bean to Chief Product Officer (CPO).
Queensland auction shines light on rare microcar manufacturing heritage
Donington Auctions has reported strong results from its latest Collector & Competition Car Auction, where two rare microcars discovered in Queensland drew significant attention – including a 1964 Peel P50 that set a new Australian auction record for a microcar.
Manufacturing sector remains a focus in new workplace safety statistics
Safe Work Australia has reported a decline in workplace fatalities for 2024, with figures showing 188 worker deaths compared to 200 the previous year.
Viva Energy, Cleanaway partner to advance low-carbon fuels manufacturing in Australia
Viva Energy and Cleanaway Waste Management Ltd (Cleanaway) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the production of low-carbon liquid fuels and related products at Viva Energy’s Geelong refinery.
Australian-made EV fire protection system achieves independent verification
Australian company EV Fire Protection has gained independent verification for EV FirePro, which it says is the world’s first fixed fire suppression system designed specifically for electric vehicle parking bays.
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AVEVA and Schneider Electric spearhead digital transformation in mining
AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software driving digital transformation, has partnered with Schneider Electric to redefine what smart, sustainable mining looks like in the age of AI.
