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The latest news, information and analysis on the New Zealand Manufacturing Sector

Businesses boost AI investment, embrace new IT architecture, research reveals

Companies across Australia and New Zealand are increasing their investments in artificial intelligence (AI), recognising it as a key driver of growth and innovation, according to a new survey commissioned by Schneider Electric.

Great Wrap, Opal ANZ partner for Australian-made compostable pallet wrap

Great Wrap, a B Corp Certified material science company, has partnered with Opal, one of Australia and New Zealand’s leading cardboard packaging and recycling companies, to exclusively distribute Australian-made compostable machine pallet wrap.

NZ welcomes inaugural green hydrogen express refuelling hub supported by Coregas

Australian-owned manufacturer Coregas announced its collaboration with Halcyon for the launch of New Zealand’s inaugural green hydrogen fast refuelling station at Wiri, South Auckland.

Zhik launches expanded reZHIKle program to promote wetsuit recycling

Zhik, renowned for its cutting-edge and durable wetsuits, has expanded its reZHIKle program that aims to establish a circular life cycle for Zhik products, ensuring environmentally friendly disposal methods for used wetsuits.

Schneider Electric unveils new Alliance System Integrators Energize program in ANZ

Schneider Electric has launched a new program to encourage system integrators (SIs) in Australia and New Zealand to become industrial technology and sustainability experts. 

NZ’s manufacturing PMI plunges to 43.1 in December – BusinessNZ

New Zealand’s manufacturing industry saw further contractionary conditions in the last month of 2023, according to the latest BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI). 

Uber Eats to use Detpak’s smaller-sized paper bags for deliveries in ANZ

Food delivery platform Uber Eats has partnered with packaging manufacturer Detpak to produce smaller-sized paper bags for deliveries in Australia and New Zealand and help reduce carbon emissions in the region. 

New Zealand manufacturing shows signs of recovery despite lingering contraction

The latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI) has revealed a positive shift in New Zealand's manufacturing sector during November, signalling a break from the recent trend of decline.

NZ’s medical device remanufacturer Medsalv comes to Victoria

Medsalv, a New Zealand-based medical device remanufacturer, is bringing its sustainable remanufacturing capabilities to Australia with a new site in Victoria. 

Subway to serve Detpak sustainable platters in Australia, New Zealand

Sustainable packaging manufacturer Detpak has teamed up with Subway to launch a new fibre-based catering platter to help eliminate 205 tonnes of plastic in the environment each year. 

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