Saturday, February 21, 2026

Vaxxas to develop first room-temperature stable RSV vaccine with NIH license

Vaxxas, a clinical-stage biotechnology company known for its innovative high-density microarray patch (HD-MAP) vaccination platform, has secured a worldwide license from the United States National Institutes of Health (NIH) for a next-generation vaccine antigen aimed at combating Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). 

Element 25 to launch autonomous mining operations at Butcherbird in 2025

Element 25 announced plans to collaborate with Scania and Regroup to deploy what it claims as the world's first fleet of autonomous mining trucks at the Butcherbird Manganese Mine in Western Australia’s Pilbara region. 

Qld drives rail expansion with $9.5B Train Manufacturing Program

The Queensland Government’s Queensland Train Manufacturing Program is set to transform rail transport across South East Queensland, addressing the growing demand over the next decade. 

Tasmania’s Bell Bay to become hub for $70M hydrogen initiative

The Australian Government has committed to a $70 million investment in developing the Bell Bay hydrogen hub in Northern Tasmania.

Rice University researchers forge path to sustainable 3D-printed wood

Researchers at Rice University have harnessed the power of 3D printing to create sustainable wood structures, presenting a greener alternative to conventional manufacturing methods.

Dishwashing machines manufacturer Sirron Holdings goes global

Australian dishwasher manufacturing company Sirron Holdings is expanding its business offshore, with its products being exported to New Zealand and the successful testing of a coronavirus “killer” in India. 

Latest Commonwealth Bank Manufacturing PMI shows slight improvement amidst relaxing COVID restrictions

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s latest Purchasing Manager Index (PMI) showed that the country’s manufacturing sector has improved despite remaining in contraction for the...

Greenhouse builder Apex sells minority stake to Dutch player

Apex Greenhouses, the largest builder of commercial greenhouses in Australia and New Zealand, has agreed to sell a minority stake in the business to Dutch aggregator GreenV BV.

NSW EPA fines glass recycler $15,000 for storage breach in Western Sydney

The New South Wales Environment Protection Authority (NSW EPA) fined Glass Recycling Pty Ltd, a glass processing company in Western Sydney, $15,000 for alleged...

Gov’t invests in local IV fluid manufacturing to secure supply

The Australian Government has announced a $20 million investment to expand onshore manufacturing of intravenous (IV) fluids, a move aimed at strengthening the country's supply of a critical medical resource. 
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Australian Manufacturing Week 2026 to make Brisbane debut

Australia’s leading advanced manufacturing showcase, Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW), is set to return in 2026, marking its first-ever event in Brisbane.