Qld backs drone manufacturing project with $3.05M funding
The Queensland Government has announced $3.05 million in funding for a drone manufacturing project in South East Queensland, supporting the expansion of local manufacturing capabilities for Australian-designed uncrewed aerial systems.
Robotic bird developed by RMIT advances turbulence flight research
Researchers at RMIT University have developed a bio-inspired robotic bird that is helping scientists better understand how kestrels maintain stable flight in turbulent conditions, with the findings expected to inform the design of more resilient small unmanned aerial vehicles (sUAVs).
Locally manufactured components drive landmark AUKUS submarine sustainment effort
Australian manufacturers have played a central role in supporting the first maintenance activity conducted on a United Kingdom nuclear-powered submarine in Australia under the AUKUS partnership, with the Australian Submarine Agency highlighting the milestone as a demonstration of the country's growing industrial capability.
Sports surfacing manufacturer APT Asia Pacific boosts manufacturing capacity in Victoria
The Victorian Government says it is continuing to support local manufacturing, with sports surfacing manufacturer APT Asia Pacific completing a $10 million expansion of its production facility in Dandenong South.
Aurora Labs manufactures and delivers first AU4 propulsion systems for flight testing
Aurora Labs has delivered the first batch of its AU4 micro gas turbine propulsion systems to Australian defence company Sovereign Propulsion Systems (SPS), marking a manufacturing milestone as the company advances the commercialisation of its propulsion technology.
ARENA backs Sicona battery technology demonstration with up to $45M funding
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced up to $45 million in funding for Sicona Battery Technologies to demonstrate the commercial-scale manufacturing of its advanced silicon-carbon battery anode material, with the project aimed at improving electric vehicle (EV) battery performance while supporting Australia's battery manufacturing capability.
Chemistry Australia recognises manufacturing leaders at 2026 industry awards
Australia’s manufacturing and industrial chemicals sector has been recognised for achievements in sustainability, innovation and leadership, with Chemistry Australia announcing the winners of its 2026 Industry Awards.
WA-built electric bendy buses mark Australian manufacturing first
Western Australia has unveiled what the State Government says is Australia's first locally manufactured electric articulated bus, describing the project as a boost for local manufacturing while expanding the capacity of Perth's public transport network.
Austal backs additive manufacturing framework for maritime, defence sectors
Austal, in partnership with Curtin University and the Additive Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (AMCRC), has launched a collaborative research project aimed at accelerating the adoption of additive manufacturing across Australia's maritime and defence sectors.
UNSW brews up manufacturing breakthrough with ultrasonic espresso
Researchers at UNSW Sydney have developed a new coffee brewing process that could reduce energy consumption in beverage manufacturing by up to 75%, using ultrasonic sound waves to produce espresso-strength coffee with room-temperature water.
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Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni on how AI and digital networks are reshaping manufacturing supply chains
Australian manufacturers have long competed against distance. In an exclusive interview with Australian Manufacturing, Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni discusses how AI can help manufacturers access more production capacity and simplify traditionally email-driven supply chains.
