Modulate introduces Australian-made portable buildings for the mining, construction sectors
The Modulate Group is expanding its portfolio with the introduction of new generations of portable, Australian-made container-based buildings, designed to meet the evolving needs of industries such as mining, energy, and construction.
Victorian manufacturer Premcar unveils advanced powertrain for global defence market
Celebrated for 25 years of innovation in automotive engineering, Victorian manufacturer Premcar is making headlines today as it ventures into the global defence sector with a revolutionary powertrain for land-based military vehicles.
Detpak launches new PBS range to combat single-use plastics
South Australian packaging solutions company Detpak has unveiled what it claims as the country’s largest range of commercially compostable and recyclable PBS-lined packaging, including more than 20 products such as cartons, trays, and lunchboxes.
Australian start-up’s circular economy tech gains validation in CSIRO aquaponics study
In a significant development for sustainability, Food Recycle, an Australian innovator, has received validation for its technology from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO).
New laws provide expanded protection for workers exposed to silica dust – AWU
Starting 1 September, new legislation in Australia will enhance safety measures for workers exposed to respirable crystalline silica dust across various industries, as reported by the Australian Workers’ Union.
$1 billion Solar Sunshot initiative opens for Australian solar manufacturing innovation
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has officially launched the first phase of its $1 billion Solar Sunshot program, aimed at fostering innovation in Australia's solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing industry.
CSIRO, Murdoch University launch $8M Bioplastics Innovation Hub
Australia’s national science agency CSIRO and Murdoch University have joined forces to establish the Bioplastics Innovation Hub, a groundbreaking $8 million initiative aimed at revolutionizing plastic packaging with the development of 100 per cent compostable bioplastics.
Austal’s EBIT rises to $56.5M in FY2024 amid record $12.7B order book
Austal Limited announced its financial results for the fiscal year ending 30 June 2024 (FY2024), reporting a significant turnaround with Earnings Before Interest and Tax (EBIT) of $56.5 million.
Ethical Clothing Australia Week 2024 set to highlight responsible manufacturing
Ethical Clothing Australia Week 2024 is scheduled to take place from 7 to 13 October, celebrating the people and businesses driving the ethical and local production of textiles, clothing, and footwear in Australia.
BHP advances smelter and refinery expansion plans in South Australia
In a significant development for South Australia's copper industry, the South Australian Government has initiated the application and assessment process for BHP's proposed smelter and refinery expansion at Olympic Dam.
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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.
