CSIRO launches SME program to boost R&D knowledge in defence
Australia’s national science agency CSRIO is encouraging Victorian small to medium-sized enterprises to apply for a free research and development (R&D) program that would...
Orbital UAV to deliver engine development support to Anduril
Uncrewed aerial vehicle company Orbital UAV was selected to provide engine development support for US-based defence products company Anduril Industries.
As part of the initial...
XTEK’s HighCom completes $2.6 million ballistic armour delivery
Defence industry company XTEK Limited announced the successful completion of a $2.6 million order by its subsidiary, HighCom Armor Solutions Inc (HighCom).
University of Adelaide researchers unveil tech advancements in lung monitoring
In the upcoming Research Tuesdays event, titled "Breathe Easier," the University of Adelaide is set to showcase pioneering research in lung health monitoring, emphasising...
Ampcontrol claims top spot at 2024 Business Hunter Awards for Manufacturing Excellence
Ampcontrol, a leading manufacturer in the Hunter region, was named the winner of the prestigious President’s Award at the 2024 Business Hunter Awards, held at the Newcastle Exhibition Centre (NEX) on Friday, 13 September 2024.
SA boosts training and skills in new $10M investment
The South Australian Government has committed $10 million to support high-quality training delivery in a significant move to address skills shortages and enhance the training sector.
Wayland Additive to highlight progress in metal additive manufacturing at Formnext 2023
Wayland Additive is returning to this year's Formnext exhibition in Frankfurt from 7 to 10 November to present its fully commercialised Calibur3 metal additive manufacturing (AM) system.
Ford to invest US$1bn at the Silverton plant in South Africa
Ford Motor Company will invest US$1 billion in its South African manufacturing operations in Silverton to boost production capability and create new jobs.
The overall...
Ball & Doggett’s world-first packaging education hub unveiled
Ball & Doggett, Australia's largest distributor of printable materials and a member of Ai Group, has taken the lead in driving the conversation on packaging sustainability with the launch of an innovative online educational portal.
Engineers use recycled carpet fibres to reinforce concrete, cut cracking by 30%
Engineers from RMIT University have developed a method to make concrete stronger and more resistant to cracking by using recycled carpet fibres, contributing to sustainability in construction.
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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.
