Tag: research and development

The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) has recognised Australian researchers and innovators for achievements spanning clean energy, advanced manufacturing, cancer research, precision timing and Indigenous education at its 2026 annual awards.

The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) has recognised researchers and innovators for achievements across clean energy, advanced manufacturing, materials science and digital technologies at its 2026 annual awards.

Australia’s advanced manufacturing capabilities could be affected by research security policies that restrict scientific collaboration with China, according to commentary published by the University of Technology Sydney’s Australia-China Relations Institute (UTS:ACRI).

Macquarie University has secured $5 million to establish an Australian Research Council (ARC) Training Centre for Advanced Integrated Circuits, aimed at developing semiconductor design skills and strengthening Australia's domestic chip-design capabilities.

Weld Australia has announced it has joined the Additive Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (AMCRC) as an Associate Partner, linking Australia's welding and fabrication industry with a $57.5 million Australian Government-backed research initiative focused on advanced manufacturing, skills development and domestic production capabilities.

Ocius Technology has expanded its manufacturing capacity in Sydney with a new engineering, production and maintenance facility to support increased production of its Bluebottle uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) for Australian and international customers.

Australian manufacturing and advanced technology innovations will be among hundreds of projects showcased at Parliament House in Canberra on 12 October, as industry, research and government organisations highlight the outcomes of collaborative research and development.

Food manufacturing businesses in Melbourne’s north will receive support for $21.6 million in combined investments aimed at expanding production, strengthening export capabilities and creating almost 50 local jobs, according to the Victorian Government.

Private investment in the Western Sydney Aerotropolis has reached $34.6 billion, with the Bradfield Development Authority highlighting new advanced manufacturing and technology facilities as part of the region’s growing industrial base.

Private investment in the Western Sydney Aerotropolis has reached $34.6 billion, with the NSW Government positioning the growth as an opportunity to strengthen the state’s manufacturing capability and support the development of emerging industries.