Packaging overhaul by Kimberly-Clark and Woolworths to slash tonnes of plastic annually
In a landmark effort to combat plastic waste, Kimberly-Clark Australia (KCA) and Woolworths have announced the success of a packaging trial aimed at removing secondary plastic packaging from VIVA paper towels.
Kapture’s CO2 tech reduces emissions in concrete manufacturing
Kapture, a leader in innovative carbon capture solutions, is making significant strides in sustainable concrete production with the announcement of successful trials for its CO2 capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS) technology.
Brookfield expands logistics portfolio with major Melbourne dev’t
Global real estate leader Brookfield Properties has received development approval for its inaugural logistics estate in Victoria, marking a significant expansion into Melbourne's high-demand industrial market.
Tasmanian manufacturer secures $1.75M contract with US Navy
Tasmanian manufacturer Pivot Maritime International has entered the US defence market with a USD $1.75 million deal to supply portable simulators to the US Navy, aided by government-backed trade missions.
Australia’s top steel designs celebrated at nat’l awards
Australia’s most innovative and striking steel designs were celebrated at the 2024 Australian Steel Institute (ASI) National Steel Excellence Awards, held at Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf in Sydney.
Detmold Group secures national packaging award for sustainability leadership
The Detmold Group has received the Industry Sector Award at the 2024 Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) Awards, acknowledging its achievements in sustainability and reporting across its Detpak and PaperPak brands.
Top engineers, projects shine at the 2024 Engineers Australia Excellence Awards
Engineering innovation and leadership took centre stage at the 2024 Engineers Australia Excellence Awards in Brisbane, where trailblazing projects and inspiring individuals were celebrated for their contributions to the profession and society.
Deakin University secures funding to advance heavy vehicle safety education
Deakin University’s Truckwise Roadshow has secured funding through the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s (NHVR) Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI), backed by the Australian Government.
Harvest B advances Australia’s manufacturing industry with plant-based protein innovation
Australia’s plant-based food market has taken a significant step forward with the launch of Harvest B’s new facility in Penrith, New South Wales.
Western Australia’s top welders honoured at 2024 Excellence Awards
The 2024 Western Australia Welding Excellence Awards, hosted by Weld Australia at Burswood on Swan in Perth, honoured the exceptional talents shaping the state’s welding industry.
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From ship repair to autonomous underwater vehicles: Griffin Industrial’s next chapter with growth capital
Some of Australia’s most critical manufacturing happens where almost no one sees it: inside a fuel tank on a Navy tanker, in a machine shop south of Perth, on a workshop floor in western Sydney where a team is helping build autonomous underwater vehicles. Griffin Industrial does all three.
