Thursday, October 29, 2026

To seize post-pandemic opportunities, Australian manufacturers must look at going ‘headless’

The recent signing of the RCEP trade agreement is a true win for Australian manufacturers – particularly as we emerge from the pandemic. It also presents interesting new opportunities for services. As Aussie manufacturers increasingly go direct to consumers, they’re looking more closely at the types of services they could offer as part of new go-to market strategies and revenue opportunities.

Sale of Business: Queen’s Slipper™ Playing Cards

The Opal Group is seeking immediate expressions of interest for the purchase of its Queen's Slipper Playing Cards business including the Queen's Slipper trademark in Australia and New Zealand, intellectual property and associated operating equipment.

Iconic Blue Banner pickled onion returns to production in Tasmania

Blue Banner Pickled Onions will be making its way back to supermarket shelves following its return to production in Tasmania. As part of the Federal...

Australian Made calls on consumers to choose local over foreign products

The Australian Made Campaign is urging consumers to start buying local products or risk losing more jobs, following the announcement of both Ford and...

CEFC announces $180m investment in major NSW wind farm

The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) is providing a debt financing of $180 million for a $360 million wind farm in south-eastern NSW. The CEFC,...

Key trends expected for the manufacturing sector in 2024

The manufacturing sector outlook for 2024 remains cautious amidst several challenges. Fiscal tightening, inflation, and geopolitical instability could undermine growth in 2024, and if favourable economic trends start to unwind, the risk of a downturn looms large.  

Anzac Station Takes Shape using Australian-made steel and concrete

Construction is now well underway on the Metro Tunnel’s Anzac Station in Melbourne which is expected to significantly improve access to the employment hub...

Optical lens manufacturer Shamir Australia gets approval to use the Australian Made logo

Shamir Australia, an optical lens manufacturer based in Brisbane, has been licensed to use Australia’s country-of-origin certification trademark: the iconic green-and-gold Australian Made, Australian...

How to transform your operation into a smart factory: Building the Foundation

Smart factories are characterised by digital technology, real-time data-driven systems, automation and in some cases, artificial intelligence, and manufacturers with an eye on the future are embarking on journeys of digital transformation.

Sidus Space and Markforged are sending a 3D-printed satellite to space

Aerospace company Sidus Space has recognised additive manufacturing’s capability as a highly effective tool to optimise weight in systems designed to reach space, with the development of a 3D-printed satellite set to launch in 2023.
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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.