Industry News
Siemens expands Queensland manufacturing facility
A major investment in the Fusesaver facility will quadruple its size in a new location, double the workforce and deliver $300m in additional exports over the next decade. [ + ]
Customer demand exceeding capacity for Alpha HPA
Alpha HPA says customer demand is now exceeding the planned capacity of its flagship Gladstone facility. [ + ]
Curtin University project to research sustainable gallium processing
Cutting-edge technology and devices across the world may soon use Western Australian gallium. [ + ]
Mars Petcare Wodonga expansion boosts manufacturing output
Expansion of the Mars Petcare factory in Wodonga is boosting cat food production capacity and creating more than 65 jobs, according to the Victorian Government. [ + ]
WA Government to boost development of Collie green steel mill
The WA Government has announced it will invest $9.8m to progress plans for Australia's first low-emissions steel mill and WA's first steel recycling mill. [ + ]
Queensland increases investment in CopperString
The Queensland Government has announced an increase in its commitment to CopperString by delivering an additional $3.2bn investment. [ + ]
LION to close James Boag's Brewery in Launceston
Due to a decline in the national beer market, LION plans to close the James Boag's Brewery in Launceston in November 2026. [ + ]
State and federal governments extend lifeline to Nyrstar
Additional funding will support continued operations at Nyrstar's Port Pirie and Hobart smelters during 2026 while it continues detailed work on future investment decisions. [ + ]
CeMAT Australia 2026 to put food and beverage supply chains in focus
CeMAT Australia is returning to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from 23–25 June 2026. [ + ]
Propel-AIR applications closing this week
ARM Hub's Propel-AIR completed the final week of its showcase tour last week, and this week is the last chance to apply for the next AI and Robotics Sprint. [ + ]
Biome Australia brings probiotic manufacturing to Australia
Biome has announced it will progressively transition manufacturing of its Activated Probiotics range to Australia as it continues to scale internationally. [ + ]
AMS announces 2026 Beamex User Group meeting
After a two-year break, the Beamex User Group meeting returns to the Sunshine Coast over two days in November. [ + ]
Chinese humanoid robot manufacturer opens mass production plant
EngineAI’s T800 humanoid robots are beginning to roll off the production line for mass delivery. [ + ]
NSW launches Local Jobs First Commission legislation
Local workers and businesses are set to receive priority in NSW Government contracts moving forward. [ + ]
EA warns skills shortages remain profession’s biggest challenge
Skills shortages and workforce gaps remain a significant challenge following a recent online industry poll of more than 450 industry professionals. [ + ]
