CIMIC’s Sedgman buys Canadian engineering and metallurgy company Novopro
Sedgman, a CIMIC Group subsidiary, has acquired Novopro Projects Inc, a Canadian engineering and metallurgy firm that provides technical services and process equipment to projects in North America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Australia.
WA looks to establish wind turbine manufacturing industry
The Western Australian government has commissioned a study into the feasibility of establishing a local wind turbine components manufacturing industry.
ANSTO unveils new Laser Metal Deposition system for additive manufacturing
The Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) has completed the installation of the world’s first custom-built powder Laser Metal Deposition (LMD) system at...
Deloitte tapped to work on proposed advanced manufacturing hub in Bunbury
The Western Australian government has moved in progressing its proposed Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Hub (AMTECH) in the South West after hiring Deloitte to deliver a feasibility study and business case for the proposed facility.
Aussie startup partners with Tetra Pak to launch new sustainably packaged water
Australian startup The Boxed Beverage Company has teamed up with food and beverage packaging giant Tetra Pak for the launch of Waterbox, a sustainably-packaged alkaline water sourced from Cottonwood Springs in Victoria.
ManuFutures hub expansion to aid Aussie manufacturers
The completion of Deakin University’s expanded $20 million ManuFutures hub will give way for collaborations with 14 emerging businesses to grow advanced manufacturing capability in regional Victoria and Australia, the university announced.
Perth’s electric bus trial to kick off in January
Perth's first electric CAT buses are set to begin on-road testing by October, in anticipation of the trial commencing in January.
Four Volvo electric buses...
Australian manufacturers tapped to supply AH-64E Apache components
Boeing is hiring Australian companies to provide components for the manufacturing of AH-64E Apaches, including 29 units that will be added to Australia’s future fleet.
Adbri announces appointment of Managing Director and CEO
Cement manufacturer Adbri Limited has announced the appointment of Nick Miller, the company’s Chief Executive Officer, to the Board as Managing Director and CEO,...
RMIT engineers develop proton battery for cheaper, sustainable energy storage
In the future, homes, cars, and other gadgets might be powered by an experimental ‘proton battery’ developed by RMIT researchers without the environmental challenges associated with lithium-ion batteries' end-of-life.
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Beyond Insights: Building trust into digital transformation technologies
Digital transformation technologies are experiencing a gold rush in the manufacturing industry, not just in Australia but beyond. However, amid this surge in cutting-edge tech and automation processes, a fundamental element remains crucial: trust.
