Container Exchange launches low-emissions transport pilot for container recycling
Container Exchange has announced a 12-month pilot to trial the use of renewable diesel in trucks transporting containers across South East Queensland as part of the state’s Containers for Change scheme.
CSIRO seeks feedback on draft GenCost report on electricity generation costs
Australia’s national science agency CSIRO has released the draft GenCost 2025-26 Report for public consultation, outlining updated estimates on the cost of new-build electricity generation and pathways to meeting Australia’s renewable energy and emissions targets.
New Return and Earn machine opens at Woodrising Shopping Centre
Lake Macquarie residents have access to an additional container recycling option with the opening of a new Return and Earn machine at Woodrising Shopping Centre, according to information released by Return and Earn.
Manufacturing growth eases in December, S&P Global Flash Australia PMI shows
Australia’s manufacturing sector and broader private sector activity continued to expand in December, though at the slowest pace in seven months, according to Flash Australia PMI data released by S&P Global.
DroneShield lands $49.6M contract for counter-drone systems in Europe
DroneShield Limited has confirmed it has been awarded a contract worth $49.6 million for a European end-customer, the company said in a statement released to the ASX.
IperionX and Carver Pump to accelerate manufacturing of titanium components for US Navy ships
IperionX Limited has announced a partnership with US-based Carver Pump Company aimed at accelerating the manufacturing of critical titanium components for naval shipbuilding.
WA unveils proposed planning framework for major renewable energy developments
The Western Australian Government has released a draft Renewable Energy Planning Code and supporting guidelines for public consultation, outlining a proposed framework to guide how renewable energy projects are assessed across the State.
House committee launches inquiry into critical minerals with focus on manufacturing, regional outcomes
The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Primary Industries has launched an inquiry into the factors shaping social licence and economic development outcomes for critical minerals projects across Australia, including their role in domestic manufacturing and industrial supply chains.
Riviera’s manufacturing-led apprenticeship model wins national recognition
Manufacturing skills development has been placed in the national spotlight after Gold Coast boat manufacturer Riviera was named Apprentice Employer of the Year at the 2025 Australian Training Awards in Darwin.
Locally manufactured VIVA paper towels support national cancer nursing initiative
Kimberly-Clark has launched a limited-edition pink version of its VIVA paper towels, with proceeds supporting McGrath Cancer Care Nurses through a summer fundraising campaign.
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Manufacturers should do this sooner rather than later, says precision engineer
Australian precision engineering and industrial instrumentation company CENMAC implemented ERP software when it was still a one-man operation. “I couldn’t imagine us growing to this size without MRPeasy,” says Jason Ford, Founder.
