Tag: supply chain
Manufacturing expands as Thales secures $750M for next-gen Bushmaster production
Manufacturing of Australia’s Bushmaster protected vehicles is set to expand following a AU$750 million government commitment to deliver 268 next-generation units, according to Thales Australia.
Rio Tinto reports manufacturing-linked output growth in Q1 on copper and aluminium strength
Rio Tinto has reported a 9 per cent year-on-year increase in copper equivalent production for the first quarter of 2026, supported by gains across its manufacturing-linked aluminium and copper operations, according to its latest quarterly update.
Australia, United States outline joint steps to secure critical minerals supply chains
Australia and the United States have stepped up efforts to secure critical minerals supply chains, with both governments confirming new investment measures and closer coordination under a bilateral framework.
Australian Government brings forward $6.15B to support manufacturing and business resilience
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.
Manufacturing gains momentum with Industrial AI as IFS reports growing adoption
Manufacturing has entered a new phase in its digital transformation, with Industrial AI moving beyond pilot programs into core operational systems.
Australia, Canada leaders highlight manufacturing cooperation during Canberra talks
Australia and Canada have signalled deeper cooperation in manufacturing and industrial capability following talks in Canberra between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, according to a joint statement released by the two governments.
Manufacturing begins on guided missiles in Australia, Defence says
The Australian Defence Department has announced that manufacturing of Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (GMLRS) has commenced in Australia, marking the start of domestic production of the missiles.
$500M defence manufacturing boost for Western Sydney
Manufacturing and construction jobs are expected to increase in Western Sydney following a $508 million investment by the Albanese Government in two defence infrastructure projects linked to Australia’s guided weapons and explosive ordnance manufacturing capability, according to the Australian Department of Defence.
Velo3D, US Army sign deal to develop 3D-printed parts for military supply chains
Velo3D has entered into a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement with the US Army’s DEVCOM Ground Vehicle Systems Center to develop and qualify additively manufactured metal parts aimed at addressing supply chain challenges affecting ground combat vehicles and other military systems.
Military UAV manufacturer KTEK Systems Raises $2.5m in seed funding
Military UAV sub-assembly and airframe manufacturing company KTEK Systems has completed a $2.5 million oversubscribed seed capital raising, exceeding its initial $1.5 million target, according to Chapter One Advisors.
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Automotive canopy and tray manufacturer manages 6,000 SKUs with self-implemented ERP
Australian automotive accessories manufacturer Trig Point self-implemented an ERP system in just three months and gained control over its unwieldy component inventory, product customizations, and production processes. “We wouldn’t be able to manage that without a system like this,” says Chris Wasylkiw, Production Engineer.
