Monash report outlines pathways to build Australia’s quantum-ready manufacturing workforce
A new report from Monash University has outlined possible futures for industries shaped by quantum technology, including manufacturing, and recommended steps to help Australia become “quantum-ready” through workforce development and cross-sector collaboration.
CSIRO maps quantum pathway for smarter manufacturing-era energy networks
Quantum computing could become a critical enabling technology for managing increasingly complex electricity networks needed to support future manufacturing and industrial decarbonisation, according to new research released by Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO.
Manufacturing future in focus as Whyalla Steelworks sale enters final bidding round
The sale of the Whyalla Steelworks has advanced to its final stage with two bidders shortlisted, marking a key step in the transition of one of South Australia’s major industrial manufacturing assets.
Manufacturing shift: Vital Chemical brings hemp and wool geotextiles to Australia
Queensland-based Vital Chemical has announced a new manufacturing-focused trans-Tasman partnership with New Zealand materials innovator Rubisco, aimed at introducing hemp and wool-based geotextile technology to Australia for the first time.
Manufacturing capabilities highlighted in ClearVue’s planned supply deal for Canva HQ
Smart building materials manufacturer ClearVue Technologies says it has been selected to supply and install building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) products for Canva’s new headquarters in Surry Hills, Sydney, under a non-binding Letter of Intent issued by Infinity Construction Group.
Dematic marks 60 years of manufacturing innovation in Australian supply chain automation
Dematic has marked 60 years of operations in Australia, highlighting its ongoing role in manufacturing and supply chain automation.
foodpro 2026 to spotlight food manufacturing innovation as industry event returns to Melbourne
foodpro 2026 will return to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre from 26 to 29 July, bringing together Australia’s food and beverage manufacturing sector for what organisers describe as the country’s only major food processing and packaging trade event of the year.
Hanwha Defence Australia appoints new CEO with focus on manufacturing, production capability
Hanwha Defence Australia (HDA) has announced the appointment of Donghyeon (DH) Kim as its new Chief Executive Officer, with the company highlighting a continued focus on manufacturing capability, local production development, and program delivery in Australia’s defence sector.
JBS launches onsite English school to support manufacturing workforce needs
Food manufacturer JBS Foods Australia has launched an onsite English language school at its Queensland processing facility as part of an initiative aimed at addressing skills shortages across its Australian operations, according to the Australian Industry Group.
Critical minerals push continues as NSW approves Copi Mineral Sands development
The NSW Government has approved the $693 million Copi Mineral Sands Project in the State’s Far South West, in what is being positioned as a major development for Australia’s critical minerals supply chain and the energy transition.
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How growth capital is helping an Australian manufacturer go global
There’s a particular kind of ingenuity that flourishes in regional Australia. Away from the noise of major business centres, founders build companies that quietly become world leaders in their field, solving deep specialised problems that global markets didn’t know could be solved. Modra Technology, based in Warragul in regional Victoria, is one of those companies.
