Tag: Manufacturing

The Victorian Government has announced a new manufacturing-focused investment aimed at supporting jobs and expanding food production capacity in regional Victoria, with more than 40 roles expected to be created in the state’s dairy sector.

Manufacturing businesses in Victoria are being invited to apply for up to $1 million in funding under a new grants round aimed at strengthening recycling and resource recovery, according to Sustainability Victoria.

HDR has delivered a manufacturing-focused facility at Western Sydney University’s Bankstown City Campus, with the firm stating the project is designed to integrate advanced technologies into education, research, and industry engagement.

Clarity Pharmaceuticals, an Australia-based clinical-stage radiopharmaceutical company, has announced a manufacturing supply agreement aimed at scaling up copper-64 production, as the company advances its radiopharmaceutical development program toward potential commercialisation. 

The Queensland Government says a $2 billion investment with the Albanese Government and Rio Tinto will support the future of Australian aluminium manufacturing, with a focus on sustaining smelting operations and jobs in Central Queensland.

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 investment opportunities in Melbourne’s south east were the focus of a joint industry event hosted by the Greater South East Melbourne council alliance (GSEM) and the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC), as stakeholders discussed ways to expand Australia’s domestic manufacturing base and strengthen economic resilience.

Australia has finalised a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union, a deal expected to expand market access for Australian manufacturers and strengthen economic ties with one of the world’s largest economies.

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 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.