Australia’s CSL outlines USD 1.5B plan to boost US plasma therapy manufacturing capacity
Australian biotech firm CSL has announced plans to invest approximately USD 1.5 billion in the United States over the next five years, with the company stating the move is aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing capacity for plasma-derived therapies.
University of Sydney develops 3D printed blood vessels to aid stroke research
Researchers at the University of Sydney have developed a new 3D printing technique to manufacture anatomically accurate replicas of human blood vessels in just two hours, a development the university says could advance the study of strokes and the testing of new treatments.
New Walkinshaw automotive manufacturing site launched in Melbourne
Victoria’s manufacturing sector has gained an uplift with Walkinshaw Group officially opening its new $114 million automotive manufacturing headquarters and expanded facility in Dandenong South, according to Invest Victoria.
Opal backs manufacturing-focused study into biogenic CO2 use at Maryvale
Manufacturing opportunities in Gippsland may expand following Opal’s announcement that it has commenced a feasibility study with European Energy Australia and its subsidiary Ammongas to examine biogenic CO2 capture at the Maryvale Paper Mill.
ARENA commits $7.86m to advance next-generation battery manufacturing
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $7.86 million in funding to Li-S Energy Ltd (Li-S Energy) to help progress the next phase of Australia’s advanced battery manufacturing efforts.
Vic Govt backs Benalla plan to boost manufacturing and jobs
The Victorian Government is supporting new economic activity in Benalla, announcing funding to advance a precinct aimed at attracting advanced manufacturing, logistics and sustainable industries.
Manufacturing boost as WA expands household battery scheme
Western Australia is putting manufacturing at the forefront of its clean-energy strategy, with the state government announcing that more than 4,500 household batteries have now been installed through its Residential Battery Scheme.
Goulburn truck manufacturing upgrade backed by NSW gov’t
The NSW Government has announced $1.14 million in funding to support an expansion at Goulburn-based truck manufacturing business Vacvator Pty Ltd, in a move expected to create up to 15 new skilled jobs and strengthen the region’s manufacturing sector.
Australia, NZ launch Trans-Tasman manufacturing-focused tyre recycling alliance
Tyre Stewardship Australia has announced the creation of the Trans-Tasman Tyre Recycling Alliance (TTRA), a new regional body aimed at advancing circular manufacturing and tyre recovery across Australia and New Zealand.
Engineers Australia names winners of 2025 Excellence Awards
Engineers Australia has released the results of its 2025 Excellence Awards, recognising a range of engineers and projects the organisation says are contributing to Australia’s future development.
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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.
