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Federal Government teams up with SA companies to invest $73.3m in SA manufacturing industry
Up to 430 jobs are expected to be created in South Australia’s manufacturing industry with the Federal Government announcing a major investment to boost...
Manufacturing activity bounces back in July
The Australian Industry Group Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI) rose to 50.4 in July, which is an increase from the 44.2 in June.
The result...
Auburn University and NASA to advance 3D printing for deep space missions
Auburn University has inked a Space Act Agreement with NASA to explore and advance the applications of additive manufacturing.
The agreement – signed by Dr...
Queensland Ferra Engineering to make parts for Northrop Grumman’s Triton Unmanned Aircraft System
Northrop Grumman has contracted Australia's Ferra Engineering to manufacture components for the US Navy's MQ-4C Triton unmanned aerial system (UAS).
The contract is the first...
Aussie Vistaprint wins “Nobel Prize of Manufacturing”
Jim Glover of Complete Lean Solutions (CLS) collected a Shingo Award – the Nobel Prize of Manufacturing – on behalf of Victorian printers Vistaprint...
CSIRO develops rapid and cost-effective way to manufacture crystal sponges that clean up waste
The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) and research partners from the University of Padova (Italy) and the University of Adelaide have developed...
Drone operator Australian UAV opens NSW office
Drone operator Australian UAV has announced that it has officially opened its NSW offices that will be run by Andrew Chapman.
Mr Chapman joins Australian...
Researchers solve key problem surrounding metal 3D printing
A group of researchers from the Michigan Tech Open Sustainability Technology (MOST) Lab claim that they have found a solution to one of the key problems...
Frost & Sullivan assessment report finds Manufacturing Works initiative really works for SA manufacturers
An independent assessment conducted by national consultancy firm Frost & Sullivan (Australia) Pty Ltd has found that South Australia's $11.1 million Manufacturing Works initiative...
Lockheed Martin lands $1.5bn missile interceptor deal
Maryland-based defence giant Lockheed Martin has announced that it has landed a $1.5 billion contract for production and delivery of Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) missiles...
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Don’t get left behind: Manufacturing’s urgent need for digital transformation
As digital transformation reshapes industries worldwide, manufacturers in Australia and beyond are finding themselves at the forefront of an evolution. This shift presents opportunities for companies looking to improve efficiency, drive innovation, and boost growth.
