Tag: Australian Manufacturing

Australian manufacturing of hydrogen electrolysers is set to expand under up to $49 million in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) for a commercial-scale facility at Port Kembla, New South Wales.

Kite Aerospace Pty Ltd has commenced manufacturing its KITE uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) in Geelong through a partnership with Sykes Advanced Manufacturing, establishing an Australian production base for the aircraft.

Australian manufacturing has outperformed broader industry growth for two consecutive years, reversing a decades-long trend of below-average expansion, according to Export Finance Australia (EFA).

Medical technology manufacturer International Medical Robotics Academy (IMRA) Surgical has opened a new facility in Port Melbourne, Victoria, with the expansion expected to create 10 high-skilled jobs and support $3.5 million in capital investment over two years. 

Australian manufacturing and processing companies Almondco Australia, PWR Advanced Cooling Technology and Resmed are among five Australian businesses set to be inducted into the Australian Export Awards Hall of Fame, recognising their sustained export performance, innovation and contribution to international markets.

Australian manufacturing capabilities have been showcased in the construction of the St George Illawarra Dragons’ new Bruce Gordon Centre, with Tamar Windows manufacturing and installing the facility’s windows, doors and framing systems using Capral Aluminium’s AGS Commercial range.

Weld Australia has criticised the Productivity Commission’s interim report into fabricated structural steel safeguards, calling for stronger procurement policies and greater support for Australian manufacturing and small and medium-sized fabricators.

The Australian Government has announced a $150 million investment to support forestry industry growth, including funding aimed at transforming wood-product manufacturing and expanding domestic processing capabilities.

Australia’s manufacturing sector recorded mixed conditions in August, with new orders growing at their fastest pace since January while production edged lower, according to the latest S&P Global Australia Manufacturing PMI.

Australian manufacturing automation company Robotic Automation has become part of Australian-owned engineering and manufacturing group Varley Group, in a move the companies say will support further investment and growth in automation and robotics.