Report: Australia’s resources and energy export values expected to ease amid lower world prices
Australia's resources and energy export values, which reached a record high in 2022-23, are projected to decrease over the next two years as global commodity prices return to more typical levels, according to the September edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly from the Department of Industry, Science and Resources.Â
APCO unveils FY26-27 plan to strengthen national packaging stewardship
The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) has released its FY26-27 Business Plan, setting out actions aimed at strengthening Australia’s packaging system and supporting industry through upcoming regulatory changes.
Goldmine road overhaul to support Queensland’s train manufacturing expansion
The Queensland Government and the City of Gold Coast announced a critical upgrade to a section of Goldmine Road in Ormeau, a move seen as essential to the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP).Â
Austal expects substantial increase in full year revenue guidance
Austal is expecting to smash its projected group revenue for FY2019 of $1.3–$1.4 billion due to better-than-expected performance across its business.
Austal said that following preparation...
Sonnen adds Shell as investor to power its Australian expansion
German solar battery maker sonnen has successfully closed its latest financing round with a A$95 million investment from Shell Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm...
Rockwell Automation rolls out new Micro820 L20E controllers
Rockwell Automation has announced the release of its new Allen-Bradley Micro820 L20E controllers, designed to deliver improved performance and connectivity within the same compact design.Â
New gas supply deals a win for families, local manufacturing — AWU
The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) has commended the Albanese government’s new deals with gas companies Woodside and Esso to supply the East Coast with gas, calling it a win for local manufacturing and households in the region.Â
Clean energy and manufacturing projects eligible for $9M in WA gov’t grants
The Western Australian Government has opened a new $9 million round of funding under its Clean Energy Future Fund (CEFF), aimed at supporting innovative clean energy projects that contribute to decarbonisation and economic diversification, including opportunities for local manufacturing and production.
$200M energy fund to power North West Queensland development
The Queensland Government has announced that market sounding is underway for a $200 million North West Energy Fund, aimed at improving the affordability, reliability and sustainability of energy supply across the North West Minerals Province.
AMWU calls on Coalition to provide certainty to auto industry following Tuesday’s Holden vote
The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) is calling on the Coalition to provide certainty to the Australian automotive industry following the major decision made...
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Responding to manufacturing demand and performance signals
Australian manufacturers are navigating a challenging environment. Just as output had returned to growth, higher fuel and freight costs, rising input prices and global supply chain disruption renewed pressure on margins and cash flow.
