Tag: local manufacturing
Australia, Norway sign defence MOU to support missile manufacturing, regional security
The Australian Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Norway aimed at supporting the acquisition and domestic manufacturing of missiles in Australia, as part of broader efforts to strengthen national self-reliance and regional security.
Bosisto’s expands manufacturing with new eucalyptus oil distillery in regional Victoria
Australian eucalyptus products company Bosisto’s has launched a new purpose-built eucalyptus oil distillery near Wedderburn, with the company saying the investment will strengthen local manufacturing capability and expand Australian-made production capacity.
Mars to invest $200M in Australian manufacturing expansion
Mars, Incorporated has announced it will invest A$200 million in its Australian manufacturing operations by the end of 2027, in a move the company says will expand capacity, strengthen innovation and advance sustainability across its local manufacturing network.
Renewable energy goals tied to manufacturing capability and supply chain reform in Australia
Australia’s renewable energy ambitions could be constrained without stronger domestic manufacturing and supply chain capabilities, according to new research from Adelaide University, which highlights structural risks tied to global dependencies.
Pilbara manufacturing boosted through $846,700 in RED Grants
The Western Australian Government is investing in the Pilbara’s economic diversification and manufacturing capacity, awarding $846,700 to five regional projects through Round 8 of the Regional Economic Development (RED) Grants program.
Australia, Germany advance manufacturing cooperation on guided weapons components
The Australian Government has announced a step toward expanding domestic manufacturing capability for guided weapons, with a new agreement aimed at exploring local production of key missile components, according to the Australian Department of Defence.
Manufacturing investment drives recycled conveyor belt launch at Fenner Conveyors facility
Manufacturing capability in Western Australia has been bolstered following the official opening of a new materials innovation hub by Fenner Conveyors, alongside the launch of a recycled-content conveyor belt developed in partnership with Tyrecycle.
Manufacturing push powers WA wind boom with $6.5M co-investment
Manufacturing is set to play a central role in Western Australia’s clean energy transition, with the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) highlighting a $6.5 million co-investment project aimed at establishing new local capability and supporting job creation across the state’s wind energy sector.
Lockheed Martin Australia explores manufacturing-backed sustainment model for HIMARS fleet
Lockheed Martin Australia has outlined ongoing efforts to support the long-term sustainment of Australia’s growing HIMARS fleet, with a focus on leveraging domestic manufacturing capability and industry collaboration.
Albanese highlights manufacturing in speech on food and beverage sector
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has underscored the importance of Australian manufacturing in supporting the nation’s food and beverage industry, during a dinner event in Melbourne on Saturday, 21 March.
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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.
