Engineers Australia highlights engineering workforce needs in 2026 Intergenerational Report
Australia’s engineering workforce will have a key role in responding to major economic and social changes identified in the 2026 Intergenerational Report, according to Engineers Australia.
Evnex passes 20,000 EV chargers as manufacturing scales with Australian demand
Evnex has passed 20,000 electric vehicle (EV) chargers installed across Australia and New Zealand, with the smart charger manufacturer reporting a sharp acceleration in demand from the Australian market.
Australia urged to turn major transitions into local industries: ATSE
Australia should strengthen its research, engineering, skills and industrial capabilities to turn major technological and economic transitions into new industries and jobs, according to the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE).
KTEK secures US$200,000 order for aerospace manufacturing program
KTEK Aerosystems has secured a binding US$200,000 purchase order from a major Israel-based aircraft manufacturer and defence prime contractor for the design and development of an airframe component, marking the first milestone of a quoted US$994,100 work package.
NSW proposes solar panel recycling mandate to support manufacturing
New South Wales is consulting on a proposed mandatory solar panel recycling scheme that the state government says could support the development of local recycling, remanufacturing and manufacturing industries.
Telix to acquire ITM in US$1.65 billion radiopharmaceutical deal
Telix Pharmaceuticals has announced plans to acquire German radiopharmaceutical company ITM Isotope Technologies Munich SE for US$1.65 billion, in a transaction the company says will expand its capabilities across the radiopharmaceutical value chain.
Manufacturers urged to strengthen critical supply chain links amid disruption risks – Proxima
Australian manufacturers should focus on identifying and strengthening the parts of their supply chains most capable of disrupting production and revenue, according to Proxima Australia.
ARENA backs Australian manufacturing of hydrogen electrolysers with $49M funding
Australian manufacturing of hydrogen electrolysers is set to expand under up to $49 million in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) for a commercial-scale facility at Port Kembla, New South Wales.
APPEX 2027 registrations open as manufacturing expo expands in Melbourne
Manufacturing technology will take centre stage at APPEX 2027, with registrations now open for the processing and packaging exhibition to be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 16 to 19 March 2027.
Queensland critical minerals supply chain gains US backing
The Queensland Government has welcomed an offtake agreement that will see US tin refiner Nathan Trotter & Co purchase up to 100 per cent of production from Huntore Australia’s Mount Garnet polymetallic operation in far north Queensland.
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Modular switchgear built for faster, verified panel builds
As switchboard builders face tighter programmes and increasing scrutiny around compliance, the way enclosure, busbar and separation concepts work together has a direct impact on build time and verification effort.
