Tuesday, September 8, 2026

DroneShield expands R&D, manufacturing capacity to $400M with new global HQ

DroneShield has boosted its research and development (R&D) and manufacturing capabilities by opening a new global headquarters in Pyrmont, New South Wales.

IperionX acquires titanium patents to drive sustainable, low-cost US production

IperionX, a leader in sustainable, circular titanium supply chains, has acquired the assets and intellectual property portfolio of Blacksand Technology LLC. 

NSW manufacturing gets a boost with launch of AMRF Connect Hub

Manufacturing businesses across New South Wales are set to benefit from the announcement of Western Sydney’s newest scale-up hub, AMRF Connect. 

New US aerospace manufacturing facility lands in South Australia with state gov’t support

The South Australian Government has announced a major boost to the state’s advanced manufacturing sector, with US-based aerospace company Life Support International (LSI) opening its first facility outside Pennsylvania in Adelaide.

Australia unveils national AI plan to boost industry, job growth

The Australian Government has announced plans to develop a National AI Capability Plan, aimed at boosting Australia's artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, promoting economic growth, and enhancing productivity. 

Manufacturing focus at centre of ARENA’s $500M battery program

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has launched a $500 million initiative aimed at strengthening battery manufacturing in Australia and supporting the nation’s clean energy transition.

DroneShield teams up with Lockheed Martin to strengthen UAS defence

ASX-listed DroneShield announced its partnership with Lockheed Martin Australia’s Science, Technology, Engineering, Leadership and Research Laboratory (STELaRLab) for the Agile Shield program.

LIT’s high-capacity cathode material to be made available to battery manufacturers for testing

Lithium Australia (ASX: LIT) subsidiary VSPC announced that it has produced lithium manganese ferro phosphate (LMFP) cathode powder of advanced and consistent quality, for...

ARENA injects $32.1m in Rio Tinto’s pilot hydrogen plant in Queensland

The Federal Government has allocated $32.1 million to Rio Tinto through the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) to help the firm in establishing a hydrogen facility in Gladstone, Queensland. 

NSW gov’t forms Hemp Industry Taskforce to future-proof agricultural production

The New South Wales Government has established the Hemp Industry Taskforce to support growers across various sectors, generating employment opportunities in rural and regional areas.
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