Tag: Advanced Manufacturing
Manufacturing feasibility study launched for Australia’s first clothing Smart Factory
The Australian Fashion Council (AFC) has launched a feasibility study into what it says would be Australia's first Clothing Smart Factory, an initiative aimed at exploring new approaches to advanced onshore clothing manufacturing through technology-enabled production.
Industry Minister Colin Brooks to launch foodpro 2026 manufacturing showcase
Victoria's Minister for Industry and Advanced Manufacturing, Colin Brooks, will officially open foodpro 2026, with the four-day event set to showcase manufacturing technologies, automation and innovation across the food and beverage sector.
WA seeks anchor tenant for South West advanced manufacturing hub
The Western Australian Government has opened a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking an anchor tenant for the South West Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Hub (AMTECH) in Picton, as part of plans to expand the State's manufacturing capability and support the energy transition.
Researchers develop 3D manufacturing process for patient-specific contact lenses
A new digital manufacturing platform developed by researchers at the University of Waterloo could change how contact lenses are manufactured, with the potential to produce patient-specific lenses in as little as 20 minutes during a single visit to the optometrist.
Victorian investment upgrades TAFE manufacturing training facilities in Dandenong
A $1.95 million investment in upgraded training facilities at Chisholm Institute's Dandenong campus is set to strengthen manufacturing skills development, with up to 800 Victorian students each year expected to benefit from access to advanced engineering equipment, according to the Victorian Government.
Arkeus opens Queensland advanced manufacturing facility backed by state funding
Arkeus has opened a new advanced manufacturing facility in Ormeau, Queensland, aimed at increasing production of AI-powered defence sensing systems, with the expansion supported by AUD$1.48 million from the Queensland Government's Sovereign Industry Development Fund (SIDF).
Manufacturing project to assess Australian-made titanium powder for advanced production
A new research project will evaluate the performance of an Australian-produced titanium powder for advanced manufacturing applications, with the aim of assessing its suitability for producing high-value titanium components using additive manufacturing and other production methods, according to the Additive Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (AMCRC).
Advanced manufacturing projects backed in $22M Defence grants round
Australian manufacturing businesses are among 60 companies to receive more than $22 million in funding through the latest round of the Australian Government's Defence Industry Development Grants (DIDG) program, with the investment aimed at strengthening sovereign defence capability, expanding production and supporting skilled jobs.
Manufacturing startups among record Tech23 cohort announced by Cicada Innovations
Cicada Innovations has announced the 23 Australian ventures selected for Cicada x Tech23 2026, with the annual showcase highlighting companies developing technologies across sectors including advanced manufacturing, health, energy, infrastructure and sustainability.
Velo3D triples manufacturing capacity with major California production expansion
Velo3D has announced a major expansion of its manufacturing operations with a new advanced manufacturing facility in Livermore, California, saying the investment will significantly increase its production capacity to meet growing demand from the aerospace and defence sectors.
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What spending reveals about downstream consumer demand for manufactured goods
For manufacturers supplying consumer-facing markets, understanding demand conditions has become increasingly important in an environment shaped by cautious spending, rising costs and intense competition.
