Industry News
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Capral Aluminium and Tindo Solar form partnership
Capral Aluminium has announced that it entered into a strategic supply partnership with Tindo Solar, Australia’s only solar panel manufacturer. [ + ]
UQ to help the world's biggest companies transition to net zero
A new Biosustainability Hub at The University of Queensland aims to be a one-stop shop for major companies aiming to transform their production practices and move towards net zero. [ + ]
NSW leads in innovation: report
A new scorecard highlights strengths and opportunities for the NSW innovation sector. [ + ]
Senate passes Net Zero Economy Authority legislation
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced that the Senate has passed legislation to establish a Net Zero Economy Authority. [ + ]
UQ and ARM Hub partner on innovation
The University of Queensland has announced a partnership with the ARM Hub to accelerate the development and commercialisation of industry-led research. [ + ]
Regional manufacturers more optimistic than city counterparts: report
Regional manufacturers are turning to tech investment and sustainability to support the next productivity wave. [ + ]
Victoria announces funding for clean economy manufacturing skills
The Victorian Government has announced a nearly $9 million funding package to bolster the state's clean economy workforce. [ + ]
New model offers robots precise pick-and-place solutions
SimPLE learns to pick, regrasp and place objects using the objects' computer-aided design model. [ + ]
