Industry News
Australia and US investing in additional critical minerals projects
The Australian Government says critical minerals projects supported under the Australia-US Critical Minerals Framework will be worth more than $5 billion. [ + ]
Two Pilbara manufacturers get a boost from WA Government
The WA Government has awarded $846,700 to regional projects in the Pilbara through Round 8 of the RED Grants program, of which two will support local manufacturing initiatives. [ + ]
UNSW hydrogen fuel cell design could unlock key clean energy technology
Researchers at the University of NSW have redesigned hydrogen fuel cells to solve a critical flaw, bringing clean energy for transport and beyond closer to reality. [ + ]
NSW introduces mandatory regulations for battery manufacturers
New legislation introduces mandatory battery regulations, including greater responsibility for manufacturers and suppliers in reducing the risk of fires. [ + ]
A merging of flavours: Unilever Foods and McCormick
Unilever has confirmed details of a transaction to merge its foods business with McCormick, with the deal expected to be completed by mid-2027. [ + ]
Government brings forward $6.15bn to support manufacturing
The federal government has announced it is bringing forward $6.15bn in concessional capital to support Australian businesses affected by global disruptions. [ + ]
JP Morgan reports weakening of global manufacturing due to slower trade
According to JP Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI, the war in the Middle East has been testing the resilience of the global manufacturing sector. [ + ]
Construction begins on Tasmanian hydrogen fluoride pilot plant
ABx Group Limited has announced that its hydrogen fluoride pilot plant in Bell Bay Tasmania has entered the construction phase. [ + ]
ARENA investing in freight shift from diesel to electric
ARENA has announced up to $25.3m in funding for NewVolt to build a shared fast‑charging network for electric trucks in Victoria. [ + ]
$1 million grants available for Victorian recycling solutions
Manufacturing businesses are invited to apply for up to $1m in funding under Round 6 of the Victorian Circular Economy Recycling Modernisation Fund. [ + ]
Control Station and Dimension Software partner on operations intelligence
Integration of PlantESP and Asset Intellect aims to help manufacturers turn control loop diagnostics into faster operational decisions. [ + ]
NET achieves fully electric end-to-end delivery from Sydney to Canberra
Zero-emission trucking company New Energy Transport has completed what it says is Australia's first fully electric end-to-end delivery from Sydney to Canberra. [ + ]
Australia and Germany to cooperate on guided weapons components
The Australian Government has announced another step toward establishing domestic manufacturing of priority components for anti-ship cruise missiles. [ + ]
Western Sydney University’s Factory of the Future completed
The Factory of the Future is an experiential learning and innovation environment within the Bankstown City Campus of Western Sydney University. [ + ]
Fenner Conveyors opens K-MIX Materials Innovation Hub
The K-MIX Materials Innovation Hub in Kwinana, Western Australia, will produce the company's first conveyor belt made from recycled content. [ + ]
