Tag: local manufacturing
Modern Manufacturing Expo 2023 wraps up a ‘resounding success’
The 2023 Modern Manufacturing Expo in Sydney ended last month with an almost 20 per cent surge in attendance compared to the previous year, wrapping up as a resounding success, according to Marie Kinsella, CEO of the International Exhibition & Conference Group.
Made in Queensland’s latest round to offer $20M to local manufacturers
The Queensland government has released the guidelines for the sixth round of its Made in Queensland grants program, which will offer up to $20 million in funding to support local manufacturers.
National Reconstruction Fund Board kicks off first meeting
The National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) Corporation’s Board met for the first time on Monday, 18 September, officially launching the corporation that will help enhance Australia’s local manufacturing capabilities.
Jetty contract worth $14 million boosts local manufacturing in WA
Wangara company Global Trade Sales contracted to deliver $14 million in upgrades at Hillarys and Fremantle has been installing the WA-made jetties after local manufacturers geared up to supply major components often made overseas.
Construction company expansion in Victoria backs more local manufacturing jobs
Minister for Regional Development Harriet Shing announced the completion of family-owned manufacturing business LV Shade & Shutters’ new dual-purpose hub, which is thrice the size of the previous site and can now accommodate a four-fold increase in production while creating seven new jobs.
Architectural elements at Melbourne’s new tunnel stations all set with $45m local manufacturing investment
The project team for Melbourne’s world-class Metro Tunnel stations is finalising architectural elements for the five new stations inside a Footscray warehouse as part of a $45 million investment in local manufacturing, the Victorian government announced in a news release.
Victoria-based Bremar partners with Core Additive to bring 3D printing to more local businesses
Core Additive, a leading Markforged reseller in Australia, has partnered with Bremar Automation to provide onshore 3D printing solutions to Victorian businesses and help scale the state’s local manufacturing capabilities.
Pool equipment manufacturer Waterco to buy Davey for $65 million
Waterco, a global water treatment provider and pool equipment manufacturer, is set to acquire Davey Water Products, a subsidiary of GUD Holdings, for $64.9 million.
ModnPods expands manufacturing facility after securing QIC funding
Gold Coast innovator ModnPods is ramping up production by officially opening a new modular pod factory in Arundel that will potentially produce up to 200 modular pods, including some purpose-built government employee housing.
Victorian gov’t seeks industry feedback on zero emissions bus rollout
The Victorian government has launched a new consultation paper to inform its plan to roll out zero-emissions buses as part of its efforts to achieve net zero goals by 2045.
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Unlocking growth: Charting midsize manufacturers’ path with digital solutions
According to a recent study by Oxford Economics, midsized companies in the industrial manufacturing sector are setting their eyes on ambitious growth targets. The research, authored in partnership with SAP, revealed that 38% of industry leaders have identified market expansion as their top priority.
