Industry News
Researchers look to mine-waste monitoring using drones and sensors
Moving and managing mine waste safely is an ongoing challenge for the mining industry. [ + ]
Kongsberg opens production facility in South Australia
The plant will provide local manufacturing, assembly, integration, testing, verification and training for various defence technologies, including missile systems. [ + ]
TAFE Manufacturing Centre of Excellence to open in Western Sydney
The Centre of Excellence in Wetherill Park will enable apprentices to access degree-level learning while retaining a focus on existing hands-on skills. [ + ]
Million-panel solar farm approved for Central West NSW
The federal government has announced the approval of a million-panel solar farm in NSW that it said will generate enough energy to power 229,000 homes. [ + ]
NSW Government changes procurement rules to support local industry
NSW Government agencies can now consider local content and local development opportunities when suppliers bid for government contracts. [ + ]
IMARC 2024: the global mining and resources event is back
Energy transition and decarbonisation will be under discussion at IMARC, which is being held at ICC Sydney from 29–31 October 2024. [ + ]
ABB acquisition to strengthen emissions monitoring
ABB has announced it will acquire Födisch Group to strengthen its continuous emission monitoring capabilities. [ + ]
Capturing PFAS chemicals for better battery technology
Technology developed at The University of Queensland can remove harmful 'forever chemicals' from water so they can be used in renewable batteries. [ + ]
Alpha HPA begins construction of its high-purity alumina facility
Construction is commencing in Gladstone on the world's largest high-purity alumina facility. [ + ]
CSIRO and Murdoch University launch Bioplastics Innovation Hub
The Bioplastics Innovation Hub is an $8 million collaboration that will work with industry partners to develop a new generation of 100% compostable plastic. [ + ]
Solar Sunshot initiative opens for local solar manufacturing
ARENA has announced the first phase of the $1 billion Solar Sunshot program to support innovation in Australia's solar photovoltaic manufacturing industry. [ + ]
NZ Steel advances lower emissions steel ambitions
New Zealand Steel expects to exceed its initial greenhouse gas reduction targets with its planned electric arc furnace at the Glenbrook steelworks. [ + ]
Markforged introduces 3D printer for both metal and composite
New print engine allows the FX10 printer to be swapped between composite and metal printing in 15 minutes. [ + ]
Queensland launches new manufacturing centre of excellence
The Queensland Government and Manufacturing Skills Queensland have announced a new $7.1 million skills and training facility in Maryborough. [ + ]
iTech Corporation and CNF & Associates announce merger
Two of Australia's specialist electrical engineering companies, iTech Corporation and CNF & Associates, have merged to capitalise on the synergies between their businesses. [ + ]
