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War-induced supply chain strains slow global manufacturing growth – JP Morgan

The global manufacturing sector showed signs of strain in March following the outbreak of war in the Middle East, according to the latest JP Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI.

Orbital UAV secures $3m WA grant following performance milestone

Uncrewed aerial vehicle manufacturer Orbital UAV has received a $3 million grant from the Western Australian government after the company reached an agreed performance milestone during the second half of 2022. 
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BlueScope updates external reporting segments to streamline North America operations

BlueScope is set to make modifications to its external reporting segments to consolidate and simplify the reporting of its North American operations, following its recent acquisitions in the United States.

Manufacturing sector contraction slows, new export orders rise – Judo Bank

Australia's manufacturing sector continued to experience a slight deterioration in operating conditions during May, according to the latest Purchasing Manager’s Index (PMI) data from Judo Bank.

Australia’s manufacturing PMI hits near three-year high in August – S&P Global

Australia’s manufacturing sector expanded at its fastest pace in nearly three years in August, with stronger demand and a rebound in exports driving higher output, according to the latest S&P Global data.

Eurozone manufacturing PMI at 48.5 in February

The euro area manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) stood at 48.5 in February, falling slightly from 48.8 in January, while the manufacturing output index nudged above the neutral mark to reach 50.1, up from 48.9 in January.

DroneShield unveils new DroneGun Mk4 in response to user feedback

DroneShield has introduced a game-changing new product, DroneGun Mk4TM, following considerable development in response to end-user input, the company announced in a press release. 

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. 

Archer Materials moves quantum tech from lab to wafer-scale manufacturing

Archer Materials is transitioning its qubit development program from laboratory-scale work to wafer-scale manufacturing using semiconductor industry-standard processes.

PPK Group acquires interest in lithium battery manufacturer PowerPlus Energy

PPK Group Limited, a technology incubation and commercialisation, has completed the acquisition of majority interest in PowerPlus Energy (PPE), Australia’s largest privately-owned lithium battery manufacturer. 
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What spending reveals about downstream consumer demand for manufactured goods

For manufacturers supplying consumer-facing markets, understanding demand conditions has become increasingly important in an environment shaped by cautious spending, rising costs and intense competition.