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To compete globally, Australia must rethink the foundations of industrial automation
Australia’s manufacturing sector is at a pivotal moment. Competitive pressure, sustainability expectations, energy costs, and a new wave of digital tools are converging, exposing the limits of the automation approaches that have defined industrial production for decades.
$180M in funding to support manufacturing, industrial emissions cuts in regional Australia
Manufacturing and other energy-intensive industries in regional Australia are being targeted under a new $180 million funding round announced by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) to help cut emissions and modernise industrial operations.
Australia sets 2035 climate target with focus on manufacturing, clean energy
The Albanese Government has set Australia’s 2035 climate change target at a 62 to 70 per cent reduction in emissions from 2005 levels, highlighting the role of renewable energy and low-emissions manufacturing in driving the transition.
Gov’t funding boosts Nyrstar’s plans for critical metals production in Australia
Nyrstar has secured $135 million in transitionary funding from the Australian, South Australian and Tasmanian governments to support its critical metals processing operations in Port Pirie and Hobart.
Australia, Japan partnership highlights path to global hydrogen leadership
Australia and Japan’s leading engineering minds have released a joint report outlining how their combined technological expertise can drive a global renewable hydrogen sector, offering a roadmap for job creation, industrial decarbonisation, and bilateral economic growth.
Australia poised to support Indonesia’s expanding dairy needs
A new school milk initiative in Indonesia could offer significant opportunities for Australia’s dairy industry, according to a report from agribusiness banking specialist Rabobank.
Australia backs $271M additive manufacturing initiative to boost industry
A $271 million initiative to establish the Additive Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (AMCRC) is poised to reshape Australia’s manufacturing sector and strengthen the nation’s competitiveness in sustainable and advanced production technologies.
Australia eyes faster, secure data with new space-to-Earth laser communications
The iLAuNCH Trailblazer program is set to transform satellite communications by developing optical technology to ease pressure on Australia's radio-based systems.
Over 700 Aussie businesses secure $74M in export grants
The Australian Government has expanded support for local exporters through the Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) program, allocating over $74 million in grant agreements to more than 700 businesses since the latest funding round opened in November 2024.
Australia invests $750M to boost green metals manufacturing
The Australian Government has announced a $750 million investment to advance new technologies in the metals manufacturing sector, aimed at maintaining the industry’s global competitiveness.
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