Cooperative Research Australia publishes NRF submission
In its submission to the National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) Consultation Paper, Cooperative Research Australia (CRA) has urged the NRF to use Australia's research capabilities to spur industrial transformation.
QUT opens New Future Food Systems Cooperative Research Centre
The Queensland University of Technology (QUT) has announced the launch of the Future Food Systems Cooperative Research Centre that with develop smart logistics to...
Fonterra Australia invests in Stanhope facility to begin production of ricotta cheese
Leading cheese manufacturer Fonterra Australia will be investing $6 million to expand its operations in Stanhope, Victoria, creating jobs in the process and securing...
Holden workers have voted to accept wage freeze
Holden workers have accepted the three-year wage freeze offered to them by the company in order to keep the car maker’s operations in Adelaide.
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Australia-UAE trade deal opens new doors for automotive manufacturers
The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA), the peak body for Australia’s automotive manufacturing industry, has warmly welcomed the historic Australia-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
Manufacturing sector contraction slows, new export orders rise – Judo Bank
Australia's manufacturing sector continued to experience a slight deterioration in operating conditions during May, according to the latest Purchasing Manager’s Index (PMI) data from Judo Bank.
Uniseed venture fund expands with top universities joining forces
Uniseed, Australia’s pioneering venture fund, has taken a significant move forward in advancing Australian innovation with the announcement of an expansive collaboration with leading universities.
Bill Shorten unveils $59m plan to create advanced manufacturing jobs
Labor has committed to spend $59 million on saving manufacturing jobs in regions affected by motor vehicle production closures.
Yesterday in Geelong opposition Leader...
GE looks to sell Appliance Unit
General Electric (GE) has announced that it plans to sell off its consumer appliance unit, with Swedish appliance maker Electrolux and consumer products start-up Quirky named...
Origin agrees to sell 10% stake in Australia Pacific LNG for more than $2bn
Origin Energy has executed an agreement with global energy investor, EIG, to sell a 10% shareholding in the Australia Pacific LNG joint venture for...
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Unlocking growth: Charting midsize manufacturers’ path with digital solutions
According to a recent study by Oxford Economics, midsized companies in the industrial manufacturing sector are setting their eyes on ambitious growth targets. The research, authored in partnership with SAP, revealed that 38% of industry leaders have identified market expansion as their top priority.
