Industry News
First AUKUS qualification contracts awarded to Australian manufacturers
Several contracts have been awarded to local manufacturers under the Defence Industry Vendor Qualification (DIVQ) Program. [ + ]
SA Government announces manufacturing grant program
The state government has announced a new grant program to support South Australian manufacturers in adopting advanced technologies. [ + ]
Berrima Cement Works starts carbon-reducing technology
Boral says the start-up of new chlorine bypass technology is a significant step in its move to net zero. [ + ]
Electrolyser manufacturing a $1.7 billion opportunity: report
Renewable hydrogen production could create 4000 new jobs and generate $1.7 billion in revenue for the economy by 2050, a new report by CSIRO Futures has found. [ + ]
Fortescue awarded $10 million ARENA grant to develop fast charger
Developed by Fortescue Zero, the 6 MW fast charger will be compatible with a wide range of battery electric heavy mining equipment. [ + ]
Hazer secures $6.2 million WA Government grant
Funding package will be used to advance the performance program of the company's commercial scale clean hydrogen reactor. [ + ]
OMRON opens regional HQ at Western Sydney University
OMRON has partnered with Western Sydney University to strengthen Western Sydney as a hub for digital transformation and advanced manufacturing. [ + ]
Tasmanian Government seeks input on advanced technology strategy
Tasmanians are being invited to play their part in the transformation of the state's advanced technology industries. [ + ]
Over-the-air vulnerabilities discovered in Advantech EKI access points
Analysis of three models of Advantech EKI-6333AC industrial wireless access points have identified 20 critical vulnerabilities. [ + ]
CSIRO electrolyser pilot a success at BlueScope Steel
CSIRO's solid oxide electrolysis technology has clocked 1000 hours of successful operation in a trial with BlueScope Steel which commenced in October 2024. [ + ]
Emerson offers solution to reduce energy costs and emissions
Energy Manager is designed to simplify electricity monitoring, tracking real-time use to identify opportunities to minimise waste and reduce emissions in manufacturing. [ + ]
Three states announce BESS projects in a week
Three Australian states have made announcements about major grid battery and solar utility projects over the past week. [ + ]
CSIRO solar venture nets record seed funding
FPR Energy is a new venture that aims to help reduce industrial emissions in heavy industries, such as minerals refining, steel, cement and chemical production. [ + ]
Rockwell Automation and Microsoft expand cloud and AI partnership
Rockwell and Microsoft have announced an expanded strategic collaboration that includes new cloud and AI solutions. [ + ]
Major US defence company sets up in SA
US defence technology company Sierra Nevada Corporation has opened an Australian subsidiary, SNC AUS, in Adelaide's Lot Fourteen precinct. [ + ]
