AI won’t restart your plant: Why practical skills matter more than ever
17 April, 2026 by Dr Steve Mackay* | Supplied by: Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT)AI can be a good sounding-board, but people and their skills are what builds national capability.
POSCO Holdings steps up HILT CRC partnership
17 April, 2026HILT CRC has announced that South Korean steelmaker POSCO Holdings has deepened its engagement with the Centre, moving to Key Partner status.
Melbourne company gets funding for new battery manufacturing model
17 April, 2026Voltavate's approach to manufacturing-integrated battery separators is backed by ARENA through a $3.55m pilot program.
Hazer and KBR complete commercial-scale hydrogen plant design
16 April, 2026Hazer Group has announced a significant milestone in the commercialisation of its methane pyrolysis technology.
Biotechnology innovations in latest $6.9m industry grant funding
14 April, 2026The federal government has announced that five innovation initiatives will share $6.9 million in funding under the government's Industry Growth Program.
Australia and US investing in additional critical minerals projects
13 April, 2026The 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
10 April, 2026The 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
09 April, 2026 | Supplied by: University of NSWResearchers 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
09 April, 2026New legislation introduces mandatory battery regulations, including greater responsibility for manufacturers and suppliers in reducing the risk of fires.
Government brings forward $6.15bn to support manufacturing
08 April, 2026The federal government has announced it is bringing forward $6.15bn in concessional capital to support Australian businesses affected by global disruptions.
A merging of flavours: Unilever Foods and McCormick
08 April, 2026Unilever has confirmed details of a transaction to merge its foods business with McCormick, with the deal expected to be completed by mid-2027.
JP Morgan reports weakening of global manufacturing due to slower trade
07 April, 2026According to JP Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI, the war in the Middle East has been testing the resilience of the global manufacturing sector.
Australia's green metals gambit: the technologies to decarbonise steel
07 April, 2026 | Supplied by: CSIRO Head OfficeA renewables-driven revolution in mining and metals processing could supercharge Australia's economy, but there are significant challenges.
ARENA investing in freight shift from diesel to electric
02 April, 2026 | Supplied by: Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)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
02 April, 2026Manufacturing businesses are invited to apply for up to $1m in funding under Round 6 of the Victorian Circular Economy Recycling Modernisation Fund.
