Bunbury manufacturer receives $2M to pilot wind turbine component production
A Bunbury-based company is set to expand its workforce and explore new opportunities in wind energy manufacturing after receiving more than $2 million from the Cook Government under a co-investment program.
Australia’s manufacturing PMI hits near three-year high in August – S&P Global
Australia’s manufacturing sector expanded at its fastest pace in nearly three years in August, with stronger demand and a rebound in exports driving higher output, according to the latest S&P Global data.
Monash scientists identify methane-producing microbes in coastal ecosystems
A new study from Monash University has found that sandy coastlines, which cover about half of the world’s continental margins, are a previously unrecognised source of methane emissions.
New Zealand facility diverts hydrovac and road waste from landfill through CDE technology
CDE, a provider of wet processing equipment for recycling operations, quarries and mines, has announced that its wet processing technology is being used in New Zealand to transform hydrovac waste into reusable materials, supporting efforts to reduce landfill use and advance circular economy practices.
SA gov’t backs manufacturers with $1M technology adoption grants
South Australian manufacturers are being encouraged to adopt advanced technologies through a $1 million State Government grant program designed to boost local competitiveness and efficiency.
TFTU welcomes safeguard reform to protect Australian manufacturing
The Timber, Furnishing and Textiles Union (TFTU) has welcomed the federal government’s decision to expand the powers of the Anti-Dumping Commission (ADC), allowing it to respond more effectively to sudden import surges that could affect Australian industries.
NSW surpasses local manufacturing target with new electric bus order
The NSW Government has announced the purchase of 151 additional battery electric buses as part of its ongoing efforts to expand Sydney’s zero-emission fleet.
Austal signs shipbuilding agreement with Commonwealth of Australia
Austal Limited has announced it has signed a Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement (SSA) with the Commonwealth of Australia, formally appointing its new subsidiary, Austal Defence Shipbuilding Australia, as the nation’s strategic shipbuilder for Tier 2 surface combatants at Henderson, Western Australia.
IBISWorld: Import competition weighs on Australia’s wooden furniture manufacturing
Australia’s wooden furniture and upholstered seat manufacturing sector has faced mixed conditions in recent years, with industry research firm IBISWorld reporting that demand surged during the pandemic but has since been subdued by rising import competition and cost pressures.
Report calls for mandatory tyre scheme to unlock recycling and manufacturing value
Tyre Stewardship Australia (TSA) has welcomed the Western Australian Government’s release of the National Project on Options for End-of-Life Tyres, saying the findings confirm the need for a regulated framework to strengthen recycling and manufacturing opportunities across the country.
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Smarter energy decisions: GridBeyond unveils AI-powered Bid Optimiser in Australia
As Australia’s energy transition accelerates, businesses participating in the National Electricity Market (NEM) are facing growing challenges in managing their energy assets efficiently.
