Australian businesses are being encouraged to explore opportunities across a US$2 billion pipeline of infrastructure projects in the Pacific, following the launch of a new online platform designed to improve visibility of upcoming work and support earlier engagement with procurement processes, according to Austrade.
Researchers at MIT have unveiled a new multimaterial 3D-printing platform designed to streamline the manufacturing of complex electric machines, potentially enabling rapid, on-site production of devices that traditionally require specialized equipment.
Energy Estate says it has formalised a strategic affiliation with Queensland Cane Agriculture and Renewables (QCAR) to advance the BioNQ Project in North Queensland, an initiative aimed at converting sugarcane into low-carbon fuels while supporting Australia’s fuel security and regional economies.
Energy price volatility has become a structural feature of modern electricity markets rather than a temporary disruption. For energy-intensive manufacturers and large commercial operators, fluctuating wholesale prices are reshaping how energy costs are managed, making reactive approaches increasingly inadequate.
The Australian Government has announced $21.2 million in matched grant funding for 13 projects aimed at strengthening manufacturing capability, supporting small and medium enterprises and startups to commercialise new technologies through the Industry Growth Program.
Salvos Stores has opened a textile recovery facility in Brisbane, describing the site as the first of its kind in Australia and part of broader efforts to reduce clothing waste and support circular economy initiatives.
GME has announced the release of the next generation of its XRS Connect UHF CB radio platform, introducing two new models designed to expand the company’s existing range of two-way communication devices.
New research commissioned by Sydney Airport suggests Australians broadly support building a domestic sustainable aviation fuel industry that would expand local manufacturing capability while creating regional jobs and supporting farmers.
Australia’s battery recycling industry is already contributing billions of dollars to the national economy and could play a larger role in supporting domestic manufacturing and resource recovery, according to new figures highlighted by the Battery Stewardship Council.
The Western Australian Government announced that a new $153.3 million initiative aimed at lowering energy costs for local businesses will strengthen the State’s manufacturing sector and support investments in cleaner, more efficient technology.
Australian manufacturers are navigating a challenging environment. Just as output had returned to growth, higher fuel and freight costs, rising input prices and global supply chain disruption renewed pressure on margins and cash flow.