Friday, October 30, 2026

What Australia needs to do for a “Future Made Down Under”

The Future Made in Australia program was a centrepiece of the Albanese government's Federal Budget this year. One of the program's main aims is to position Australia as a global leader in manufacturing in modern industries such as renewable energy, critical minerals processing, and quantum computing.

Should you be looking for AI in an ERP?

Artificial intelligence (AI) has enjoyed a steady rise in popularity across almost every industry since its formal inception in the mid-twentieth century. 

What does it take to truly achieve smart manufacturing in Asia Pacific?

Over the past few decades, the world has witnessed the rise of Asia Pacific through its manufacturing capability, fueled by labor, economic and regulatory advantages. However, the world’s manufacturing powerhouse is now at a critical inflection point.

Advancing workforce training key to scaling up Australian manufacturing— Intertek SAI Global Commercial Director

Skill shortage has emerged as a pressing concern in the Australian manufacturing landscape as volumes of migration into the country increase and the need to fill the manpower gap reverberates throughout the industry. 
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3D printing for unique automotive application

The uses of 3D printing today are well established across industry, and it is routinely used as a prototype and production technology.

Why the Australian steel industry needs to forge an AI-driven path

Despite being a cornerstone of Australia’s economy, the country’s steel manufacturing industry is currently facing a critical juncture amid intense global competition.

Webinar | What manufacturers can learn from Life-Space Group’s digital transformation

Browse the shelves at any major pharmacy or supermarket and you’ll likely spot a Life-Space Group product.

Manufacturing breakthrough dives deep with Australia’s first underwater 3D printing system

Australian manufacturing company LUYTEN 3D, in collaboration with researchers from the University of Wollongong (UOW), has unveiled what they describe as Australia’s first submerged 3D concrete printing system alongside a world-first accelerator-free underwater concrete formulation.

Western Sydney’s Full-Scale Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility

The Australian government has announced a $260 million investment in a full-scale Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility (AMRF) to be built in Western Sydney.  This is...

Why fostering the workforce of tomorrow will bolster Australia’s manufacturing industry

In the face of significant challenges, investing in a young and dynamic workforce can help Australian manufacturers to remain competitive and innovative in an increasingly challenging market.
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Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni on how AI and digital networks are reshaping manufacturing supply chains

Australian manufacturers have long competed against distance. In an exclusive interview with Australian Manufacturing, Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni discusses how AI can help manufacturers access more production capacity and simplify traditionally email-driven supply chains.