Tag: Advanced Manufacturing
$2.5M research grant to drive manufacturing innovation at Western Sydney University
Western Sydney University researchers have secured more than $2.5 million in funding to support collaborative research and development projects aimed at strengthening Australia’s manufacturing sector.
JCU and Lockheed Martin partner to test bendable ceramic
Engineers at James Cook University have developed a 3D-printed bendable ceramic material, capable of withstanding extreme flexing, which will now be tested in collaboration with Lockheed Martin to potentially revolutionize aerospace vehicle design.
IperionX reports progress on titanium operations, gov’t support in March quarter update
IperionX Limited has released its quarterly report for the period ending 31 March 2025, highlighting steady progress in the commissioning of its Titanium Manufacturing Campus in Virginia and increased engagement with US government and commercial partners.
TSA launches 2025 fund to boost innovation with tyre-derived materials
Tyre Stewardship Australia (TSA) has announced the opening of applications for its 2025 Market Development Fund, aimed at supporting Australian businesses, researchers, and organisations in delivering innovative projects that incorporate tyre-derived materials (TDM).
IperionX secures $11M EXIM bank loan to boost US titanium manufacturing
IperionX Limited has secured approval from the Board of Directors of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank) for an equipment finance loan of $11 million.
Australian gov’t invests $54m in advanced manufacturing for housing
The Australian Government is ramping up efforts to address the country’s housing crisis, with a major investment in housing supply and affordability.
NT manufacturing sector strengthened by advanced laser cleaning
The Northern Territory’s manufacturing sector is set to benefit from the introduction of advanced laser surface cleaning technology, made available through Darwin-based company Wurrba.
RMIT spin-off launches new manufacturing hub in Melbourne
RMIT University has reported that IND Technology, a company commercialising its early fault detection (EFD) system, has established a new manufacturing hub in Richmond to support global demand for the bushfire and blackout prevention technology.
Victoria’s largest staircase manufacturer ramps up production
The Victorian Government is supporting Australia’s largest staircase manufacturer, S&A Stairs, to expand its production capacity and contribute to the state’s growing housing sector.
NSW universities partner with AMRF to boost advanced manufacturing
A new partnership between the Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility (AMRF) and 11 universities in NSW and the ACT aims to advance manufacturing innovation in Western Sydney.