The future of manufacturing: Australia’s path to digital competitiveness
Midsize companies in the global industrial manufacturing sector are facing a transformative era driven by automation and artificial intelligence (AI). As industry leaders recognise, these technologies are reshaping the very foundations of manufacturing processes and workforce dynamics.
Australian Manufacturing in 2025: A year of transition, technology and talent
Australia’s manufacturing sector spent 2025 navigating a complex mix of economic headwinds, technological acceleration and policy-driven transformation, as reflected in year-long coverage by Australian Manufacturing.
Inside Vitex’s $250M investment in Australian pharmaceutical manufacturing
Australia has faced ongoing concerns over medicine supply in recent years, with reliance on imported pharmaceuticals and periodic shortages prompting greater attention on domestic manufacturing capability and supply chain resilience.Â
Unlocking the power of data for sustainable operations
In today’s interconnected world, data collection, analysis and utilisation have become essential for driving efficient and sustainable operations.
Behind the line: How manufacturing upgrades powered ReFil’s newest caramel flavour
Australia’s food manufacturing sector has been undergoing a period of rapid transformation, driven by rising consumer demand for healthier choices and increased investment in local production capability.Â
The Smarter 3D Printing Series: Getting on board with 3D Printing
The fourth industrial revolution promises a paradigm shift to industry and society. The combination of cyber-physical systems (CPS), the internet of things (IoT), industrial internet of things (IIOT), cloud computing...
Weighing in on Australia’s preparedness for automation gold rush
Industrial automation has seen strong market growth in recent years as the global sector reaches USD 196.6 billion in 2021 and is anticipated to surpass USD 412.8 billion by the end of the decade.Â
U.K. Teen Designs and Prints One-Piece ‘Unmanufacturable’ Aerospike Rocket
Media Release by Parker Group
With shortened classroom time due to the country’s Covid lockdown, U.K. high-school student Ewan Craig finished required studies early and...
Top five export mistakes and how to avoid them
Selling overseas can be an excellent way for Australian businesses to boost revenue and profits but there are pitfalls aplenty for the unprepared.
Demystifying data and AI in Australian manufacturing
Data is the backbone of modern manufacturing processes, encompassing everything including customer preferences, production quantity, supply chain logistics, and product quality metrics.Â
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APS Industrial expands regional footprint with Control Technologies acquisition
APS Industrial (APS) is expanding its regional presence through the acquisition of Albury-based Control Technologies, a move the industrial products supplier said will strengthen its local service capability and support further investment in warehousing, stockholding and technical support.
