Tag: innovation
Engineering takes centre stage during National Science Week 2026
Engineers Australia is using National Science Week 2026 to showcase engineering to young Australians through hands-on activities designed to highlight the profession’s role in creativity, innovation and problem-solving.
WA manufacturing innovators named finalists for 2026 awards
Western Australia’s manufacturing and innovation sectors are represented among 23 businesses named as finalists for the 2026 WA Innovators of the Year awards, following more than 130 applications across six categories.
CommBank highlights Hysata’s manufacturing growth in green hydrogen innovation
CommBank has highlighted Australian manufacturing company Hysata’s development of energy-efficient hydrogen electrolysers, following the company’s first commercial order and $172 million capital raise to scale up manufacturing.
SEMMA forum calls for policy changes to expand manufacturing growth
The South East Melbourne Manufacturers Alliance (SEMMA) has called on the Victorian Government to review supply chain infrastructure and reduce regulatory barriers, arguing that policy reforms are needed to support manufacturing growth and help small and medium-sized manufacturers commercialise innovation.
UNSW highlights manufacturing innovation in Australia–India partnership talks
UNSW Sydney says recycling research and sustainable manufacturing innovation are helping shape discussions on how Australia and India can strengthen economic ties, improve resource security and create new manufacturing opportunities.
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.
CSIRO showcase highlights manufacturing potential in deep tech innovation pipeline
Australia's manufacturing and deep technology capabilities were highlighted at a national innovation showcase hosted by CSIRO, with researchers, investors, industry representatives and government officials gathering to explore how scientific discoveries can be translated into commercial outcomes.
Australian researchers edge closer to Horizon Europe grants following treaty milestone
Australia has moved a step closer to joining the European Union’s flagship research and innovation program, with the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) welcoming the federal government's confirmation that treaty negotiations for Australia's association with Horizon Europe have formally concluded.
Finalists named for NZ manufacturing awards
Finalists for the annual Minister for Manufacturing Awards have been announced, with the New Zealand Government highlighting the role of manufacturing as a key driver of economic growth, innovation, and employment across the country.
UOW launches PhD internship program to link researchers with industry
The University of Wollongong has launched a research internship program aimed at connecting businesses with PhD researchers to support innovation and address industry challenges.
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How growth capital is helping an Australian manufacturer go global
There’s a particular kind of ingenuity that flourishes in regional Australia. Away from the noise of major business centres, founders build companies that quietly become world leaders in their field, solving deep specialised problems that global markets didn’t know could be solved. Modra Technology, based in Warragul in regional Victoria, is one of those companies.
