Global Manufacturing PMI’s decline eases in January— JP Morgan
Global manufacturing output and new orders have shown slower contraction in the first month of 2023, resulting in a 49.1 PMI score in January, up from December’s 48.7 rating.
Judo Bank: Australia’s manufacturing PMI slips to 50.0 in January
The manufacturing sector in Australia slipped into stagnation in January with a manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) score of 50.0, down from 50.2 in December 2022, marking the conclusion of a 31-month growth streak.
EOS seeks green light as Ukraine weapons systems provider
ASX-listed defence and space company Electro Optic Systems is engaged in active contract negotiations on the prospective supply of a significant number of Remote Weapons Systems (RWS) and related components and spares for Ukraine.
Dronamics taps Quickstep for manufacturing, delivery of Black Swan drones
Quickstep Holdings’ Aerostructures business has secured a contract to manufacture and deliver Black Swan unmanned cargo aircraft for Europe-based cargo drone airline Dronamics.
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.
UK car production slumps, while EV manufacturing surges in 2022
The latest result rounds off a volatile year for UK car production, with output down by 17.9 per cent in the month after growth in October and November, with most of the year’s volume loss occurring in the first half.
BluGlass GaN lasers meet performance benchmarks
Gallium nitride (GaN) laser diodes produced by BluGlass at its Silicon Valley feasibility are now achieving or exceeding manufacturer performance benchmarks, the company said in an ASX announcement.
Quickstep to supply F-35 vertical tail components in new contract
Quickstep Holdings has secured an $11.3 million purchase order for its Lot 17 F-35 vertical tail components from Marand Precision Engineering, a longstanding to Quickstep on the F-35 program.
ReNu Energy invests in Vaulta’s recyclable battery casing technology
ASX-listed company ReNu Energy is expanding its renewable and clean energy portfolio with a $1 million investment in Australian battery casing tech company Vaulta.
Small business optimism declines as expectations for better business conditions worsens in December
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index declined 2.1 points in December to 89.8, marking the 12th consecutive month below the 49-year average of 98.
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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.
