Tag: Manufacturing
Manufacturing workforce demand to grow by 91,300 by 2035, plan finds
Australia’s manufacturing workforce is projected to grow by 91,300 workers by 2035, while skills shortages continue across 12 occupations critical to the industry, according to the Manufacturing Industry Skills Alliance’s 2026 National Manufacturing Workforce Plan.
GMG starts up second-generation graphene manufacturing plant
Graphene Manufacturing Group (GMG) has started up its Generation 2.0 Graphene Manufacturing Technology Plant in Queensland, with the facility expected to produce up to 10 tonnes of graphene annually once remaining works and optimisation are completed.
Scott Technology launches palletiser as manufacturing footprint pressures drive MHL strategy
Scott Technology has launched a new automated palletising system targeting manufacturers seeking higher production throughput within constrained manufacturing footprints, as the New Zealand-based automation company expands its Materials Handling & Logistics (MHL) portfolio.
CSIRO Powder Lab targets tailored materials for metal 3D printing
CSIRO has commissioned a new Powder Lab in Clayton, Melbourne, to help Australian manufacturers develop and test tailored metal powders for additive manufacturing.
NewCold boosts manufacturing cold-storage capacity in Victoria
Manufacturing demand for frozen and convenient foods is supporting a $200 million expansion of NewCold’s automated cold-storage operations in Truganina, Victoria, with the company adding 80,000 pallet positions to its existing facility.
Kite Aero begins KITE manufacturing in Geelong through Sykes partnership
Kite Aerospace Pty Ltd has commenced manufacturing its KITE uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) in Geelong through a partnership with Sykes Advanced Manufacturing, establishing an Australian production base for the aircraft.
Sandvik Coromant report finds manufacturing wellness gaps across industry
Manufacturing businesses are making progress in areas including automation, digital tools and sustainability, but many have yet to embed these practices consistently across their operations, according to a new report by Sandvik Coromant.
Crusader Caravans expands manufacturing presence in NZ amid rising demand
Australian caravan manufacturer Crusader Caravans is expanding its presence in New Zealand, adding Christchurch-based CMG Campers as a South Island dealer as demand grows for its full-composite caravan range.
UQ develops lead-free manufacturing process for wearable health technology
Manufacturing research at the University of Queensland (UQ) is advancing lead-free photovoltaic technology designed to power wearable health devices using indoor light as well as sunlight.
NZ manufacturing sector records 14th consecutive month of growth
New Zealand’s manufacturing sector has recorded its 14th consecutive month of expansion, with August data indicating that growth is becoming more widespread across the industry, according to the New Zealand Government.
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