Special Interest

Warehousing and intralogistics automation leader, Swisslog, has combined with AutoStore, the manufacturer of a best-in-class cube-based goods-to-person Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS), to look at the future of automation in Australia and New Zealand.

The Andrews Labor Government is urging Victorians to buy local and support the state’s farmers, producers, and retailers. 

The Australian fabricated metal manufacturing industry has experienced subdued revenue growth over the past five years, despite a contraction of product sales to key building markets following the pandemic, according to this July 2022 report from IBIS World.

The global manufacturing sector is witnessing a seismic shift in its automation approach as companies worldwide, big or small, grapple with the ongoing labour shortage and skills gap within the industry. 

The Opal Group is seeking immediate expressions of interest for the purchase of its Queen's Slipper Playing Cards business including the Queen's Slipper trademark in Australia and New Zealand, intellectual property and associated operating equipment.

Media Release by Engineers Australia Latest analysis of the National Skills Commission Labour Market Insights by Engineers Australia reflects the growing desperation of employers looking...

Manufacturing leaders in Australia are playing in an increasingly competitive field where only the slightest difference in gameplay— in this case, data-driven solutions— can make or break a business’ performance. 

As global industries dive deeper into Industry 4.0, it is becoming increasingly clear that understanding and utilizing data and artificial intelligence is not just a technological advancement. It is a fundamental prerequisite for maintaining market competence and securing long-term success. 

Australians’ perception of local manufacturing is growing steadily through the years as the critical industry becomes a vital factor in the country’s economy and the nation’s efforts to achieve environmental goals. 

As the world pivots towards sustainability, Australia’s manufacturing sector faces significant challenges in ensuring long-term water security.