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Toyota Hilux to get 48V technology in 2024 with 10% better fuel economy

Toyota Australia is set to offer approximately 10 per cent fuel economy improvement for certain HiLux models, compared to the current 2.8-litre turbo diesel variants, when upgraded versions fitted with 48-volt technology arrive in the first half of 2024.

AM market exceeds $3B revenue in Q3 2022

The additive manufacturing market has seen a continuous year-over-year growth for the third quarter of 2022, marking the fourth consecutive quarter that the entire AM industry saw revenue exceeding $3 billion. 

ARB Corp revenue slips 5.1% amid vehicle availability disruptions

ARB Corporation Limited is in the red on the release of the company’s first-half earnings, posting a 5.1 per cent sales revenue decline to $340.9 million compared with the prior period as vehicle availability continues to constrain sales in Australia and the United Kingdom.  

Manufacturing PMI rises in April as supply disruptions and inflation intensify, S&P Global says

Australia’s manufacturing sector returned to expansion in April, but underlying conditions remained weak as inflationary pressures and supply disruptions intensified, according to S&P Global.

Nutritional Growth Solutions expands US market presence through Walmart

Nutritional Growth Solutions, a global provider of pediatric nutritional products, is rolling out its new Happy Tummies supplement in Walmart stores across the United States, following the initial performance of its Kidz Protein products.

Chinese manufacturing growth hits highest level since 2020 – RatingDog

The Chinese manufacturing sector experienced its most significant improvement over the past five years this April, according to the latest RatingDog China General Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI).

PPK Group’s material interest acquisition with PowerPlus Energy now unconditional

Technology investor PPK Group Limited said its agreement to purchase a 33 per cent interest in Victoria-based storage battery manufacturer PowerPlus Energy is now unconditional. 

Vocational apprenticeship completion rates drop in latest industry report

Completion rates for apprentices and trainees who began training in 2017 decreased to 55.7 per cent, a 1.2 per cent drop compared to the...

Hazer delivers positive half-year results, expands strategic partnerships

Hazer Group has reported a strong start to the financial year, outlining key operational and financial achievements in its half-year results for FY25. 

Australia’s manufacturing sector contracts for seventh month despite export gains – Judo Bank

Australia's manufacturing sector remained under pressure midway through the third quarter of 2024, with the latest Purchasing Manager’s Index (PMI) data from Judo Bank indicating ongoing deterioration in sector conditions. 
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