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Australian government invests $22M in domestic rocket motor manufacturing
The Australian Government announced an investment in a sovereign rocket motor program aimed at bolstering national security and creating high-skilled jobs in the advanced manufacturing sector.Â
Australian gov’t launches $523.2M Battery Breakthrough Initiative for consultation
The Australian Government has launched the $523.2 million Battery Breakthrough Initiative as part of its 2024-2025 Federal Budget, aimed at advancing battery manufacturing capabilities in the country.Â
New manufacturing capability network boosts Australian SMEs in commercialisation efforts
The Australian Manufacturing Capability Network (AMCN) is now actively supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Australia to commercialise innovative products and services, marking a significant step forward for the nation's manufacturing sector.
Australian gov’t invests $11 million in future defence STEM talent
The Australian Government is reinforcing its commitment to expanding Australia’s defence industry workforce with the launch of the Schools Pathways Program: Open Competitive Grant Opportunity.
200 new jobs created for Australia’s nuclear submarine program
The Australian Government announced a new initiative aimed at bolstering Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine workforce through the Jobs for Subs program.Â
$1 billion Solar Sunshot initiative opens for Australian solar manufacturing innovation
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has officially launched the first phase of its $1 billion Solar Sunshot program, aimed at fostering innovation in Australia's solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing industry.Â
BHP advances smelter and refinery expansion plans in South Australia
In a significant development for South Australia's copper industry, the South Australian Government has initiated the application and assessment process for BHP's proposed smelter and refinery expansion at Olympic Dam.Â
New Defence Digital Strategy prioritises AI and supply chain resilience
The Australian Government has released the 2024 Defence Digital Strategy and Roadmap, outlining the strategic direction for delivering advanced information and communications technologies (ICT) in support of Australia’s national interests.Â
Australian gov’t invests $850M in missile manufacturing factory in Hunter Region
The Australian Government has announced an investment of up to $850 million in partnership with Kongsberg Defence Australia to focus on the manufacturing and servicing of missiles at a new facility in Williamtown, near Newcastle.
AusBiotech appointed as key industry partner in Australian Government’s growth program
AusBiotech, the premier life science organisation in Australia, has been selected as an Industry Partner Organisation (IPO) for the Australian Government’s Industry Growth Program (IGP).Â
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Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni on how AI and digital networks are reshaping manufacturing supply chains
Australian manufacturers have long competed against distance. In an exclusive interview with Australian Manufacturing, Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni discusses how AI can help manufacturers access more production capacity and simplify traditionally email-driven supply chains.
