Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Australia’s largest satellite stack launched today, to make global air travel smoother and more...

Skykraft, a Canberra-based space-services company, has sent the largest Australian-made payload into space. At approximately 300kg, this locally manufactured satellite stack weighs more than the total mass of all Australian-built space objects ever launched.

Memjet comes back home with new manufacturing factory in Sydney

Global printing technology manufacturer Memjet is slated to begin operating a new factory in North Ryde, Sydney, bringing the manufacturing of its engines back...

3M to discontinue PFAS manufacturing after health concerns

Global manufacturing giant 3M said it is discontinuing the manufacturing and use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS), following an increase in regulatory and consumer concern over the substance’s use. 

Australian Workers’ Union says new coal caps leave manufacturing industry exposed

The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) said the new coal caps passed by the New South Wales Parliament today would leave industry exposed by not capping the price of coal sold to steel, chemical, and cement facilities. 

Nupress, SPEE3D bring cold-spray tech to more Australian manufacturers

Nupress, a leading manufacturer of precision machined components, is providing local manufacturers with access to WarpSEE3D printers in a unique subscription model from SPEE3D. 

Capral buys NSW-based aluminium distributor Allyman

Capral Aluminium has completed the acquisition of Allyman Aluminium, a New South Wales-based company that provides services to the South Coast. 

Victoria pushes ‘buy local’ initiative amid holiday season

The Andrews Labor Government is urging Victorians to buy local and support the state’s farmers, producers, and retailers. 

Victoria seeks to attract global startups with new investment fund

The Victorian government has unveiled a new initiative aimed at attracting global startups that seek to establish a presence in the state. 

H3 Dynamics, Carbonix to develop Australia’s first hydrogen VTOL drone

Australian UAV manufacturer Carbonix has ventured into a partnership with aviation company H3 Dynamics to begin the development of Australia’s first hydrogen-electric vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) unmanned aircraft system (UAS). 

Nyrstar commences build of Product Recycling Facility at Port Pirie

Nyrstar Australia, a global producer of critical minerals and metals, has begun the construction of its $23 million air compressor site at its Port Pirie multi-metals processing facility. 
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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.