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Swisslog and AutoStore think outside the grid as they look to the future of...

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.

Young Guns shoot for AI automated shipping container first

A family-owned Queensland business specialising in the packing and unpacking of shipping containers is developing an AI-enabled automated packing solution that could increase their productivity by up to 50 per cent.

Scientists discover new bacteria strains that can be used for beverage fermentation

Researchers from the University of Adelaide have discovered strains of lactic acid bacteria from Kangaroo Island that could be used in the fermentation of wine, ciders, and sour beers. 

Eco-friendly Australian designer furniture manufacturer launches in Sydney

Media Release Steven Higgs, Designer and Founder, today announced the launch of E9 Design into the Australian furniture market with the opening of its first...

Columbia University engineers 3D-print seven-ingredient dessert for the first time

Mechanical engineers in the Creative Machines Lab at Columbia University have designed a 3D printing system that constructs cheesecake from edible food inks — including peanut butter, Nutella, and strawberry jam. 

CEFC backs Taurus’ loan program to accelerate Australia’s EV uptake

CEFC is investing up to $20.5 million in a partnership with Taurus Motor Finance to boost the electric vehicle uptake in Australia. 

PPE can be recycled to make stronger concrete

Media Release by RMIT University Engineers at RMIT University have developed a method to use disposable personal protective equipment (PPE) to make concrete stronger, providing...

Manufacturing SMEs among prolific collaborators in CSIRO’s Innovation Connections initiative

A series of partnerships between small business players and academia have received backing from Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, to realise big research and development outcomes in various industries, including manufacturing. 

CSIRO backs local recycling startup transforming fabric into furniture

Fabric recycling startup Worn Up has ventured into a partnership with Australia’s national science agency CSIRO to test and improve its efforts to turn old faded uniforms into pieces of furniture. 

Biax helps Vogue Homes stay ahead of the game

When Vogue Homes, an award-winning residential building company based in south-west Sydney, was looking for a point of difference in its builds, it turned to revolutionary building product Biax, an eco-friendly and user-friendly foundation system for concrete slabs.
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Australian Manufacturing Week 2026 enters final run-up to Brisbane debut

Australia’s manufacturing sector continues to play a critical role in the national economy, underpinned by ongoing investment in advanced technologies, automation, and high-value production.