Tag: Manufacturing

A new manufacturing-focused research initiative funded by the Australian Composites Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (ACM CRC) is set to address rising concerns over shark encounters along Australian coastlines through the development of smart composite surfboard fins embedded with deterrent technologies.

A manufacturing-focused partnership between Perfect Automation and Omori is set to expand, following the announcement that Omori has acquired a 50 per cent shareholding in Perfect Automation, in a move the companies say will strengthen packaging solutions for Australian manufacturers.

Manufacturing-related innovation projects are among five initiatives to receive a share of $6.9 million in funding under the Australian Government’s Industry Growth Program, with support aimed at helping businesses commercialise new products, processes and services.

Manufacturing projects are among six initiatives to receive a share of $1.02 million in funding under Round 8 of the Western Australian Government’s Regional Economic Development (RED) Grants program, aimed at supporting economic diversification and business resilience across the Great Southern.

New developments in additive manufacturing are being examined as a potential way to reshape how key safety components for nuclear fuel transport are produced, with a focus on manufacturing efficiency, cost and performance, according to a report published by the American Nuclear Society.

Ipswich City Council says the city’s manufacturing sector is central to its ambition to become Queensland’s manufacturing and defence capital, supported by a large pipeline of industrial land and targeted investment efforts.

Amaero Ltd said it has secured a new manufacturing agreement that includes a A$7.8 million purchase order for titanium alloy powders, with shipments scheduled across fiscal year 2027. 

The Australian Made Campaign has welcomed the Australia-European Union Free Trade Agreement (A-EU FTA), describing it as a significant opportunity for Australian manufacturing. 

The New South Wales Government says new legislation introducing mandatory battery regulations, including greater responsibility for manufacturers and suppliers, aims to reduce the risk of fires and improve environmental outcomes across the state.

The Australian Government has announced it will bring forward $6.15 billion in concessional finance to support businesses, with a focus on strengthening manufacturing and supply chains affected by global disruptions.