Australia–Japan deal targets manufacturing growth through critical minerals cooperation
Australia has moved to strengthen cooperation with Japan on critical minerals, with a renewed focus on supporting onshore processing, refining and related manufacturing, following a bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Canberra.
Mining industry examines quantum technology to improve exploration accuracy
Australia’s mining sector is examining how quantum sensing could strengthen exploration capability and improve efficiency, as industry, research and government leaders gathered at the Quantum Australia Conference in Sydney.
Mining contractors prepare for growth as activity rebounds, says Grant Thornton
Mining contractors are positioning for a new phase of growth as activity across the sector begins to rebound, according to a report released by Grant Thornton, which points to improving market conditions alongside evolving risks.
Manufacturing sector seeks priority status under Stage 3 fuel planning to safeguard construction supply...
The manufacturing-dependent construction materials sector is urging the Federal Government to prioritise its operations under Stage 3 of Australia’s National Fuel Security Plan, warning that disruptions to fuel access could halt manufacturing output and delay major construction projects, according to Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia (CCAA).
Cummins reaches 100-year milestone in global mining operations
Cummins is marking 100 years of powering the mining industry in 2026, highlighting a century of manufacturing innovation, technological development and long-standing partnerships with mining companies and original equipment manufacturers.
Orica expands mining chemicals into copper
Orica has announced it is expanding into copper processing chemistry through the acquisition of the Danafloat product range from FMC Corporation.
ABB taps manufacturing expertise for major Australian mining contract
ABB says its manufacturing-driven grinding technology will play a central role in a major new mining development in Australia, after securing a contract to supply mill drive systems for the Eva Copper Mine Project in Queensland.
Qld welcomes major investment in Kestrel Coal Mine acquisition
The Queensland Government has welcomed the announced acquisition of an 80 per cent stake in the Kestrel Coal Mine near Emerald, a move it says supports the long-term future of operations and employment at the site.
Researchers examine role of leafy vegetables in alternative mining methods
Leafy vegetables commonly found in household kitchens could play a role in extracting valuable metals from contaminated soils, according to research from The University of Queensland.
Ancient tectonics linked to rare earth mineral deposits, Adelaide University study finds
Research from Adelaide University has identified ancient tectonic processes as a key factor in locating rare earth elements (REEs), which are critical for modern technologies and the global clean energy transition.
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