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After two decades of offshore productions in low-cost countries, manufacturers are now struggling with the rapidly growing salaries and counter-effects of cheap production. The...

The Commonwealth Bank has recently launched its first Manufacturing Insights Report. The report speaks to hundreds of manufacturers of different sizes and types, in which they were asked about their financial performance during the pandemic, how well they adapted, and their approach to business in the year ahead.

Artificial intelligence has become more than just a buzzword as it promises to revolutionise every other industry in the world, including manufacturing. In Australia, in particular, the hype surrounding AI and automation has reached a fever pitch, with many business leaders leveraging their resources to race towards adoption and implementation.

Sponsored by:   Welcome to the Feature Series for Australian Manufacturing, where each month we’ll shine the focus on one particular Australian manufacturer and breakdown what...

With energy costs increasingly becoming a hefty part of a manufacturer’s bottom line, the urgent need arises for groundbreaking methods that would help the industry alleviate its energy consumption. 

The construction industry has undergone significant transformation over the past twenty years. Speedpanel, a leading Australian manufacturer of lightweight, fire-rated, and acoustic wall systems, made a groundbreaking entrance in the early '90s, revolutionising the Australian construction landscape.

The Australian Made claim has never been more powerful than right now. It tells consumers products that carry the claim are made to some of the world’s highest manufacturing and safety standards, with inputs often sourced from Australia’s clean green environment. It also makes a compelling statement about generating local jobs and economic activity.

As Australia’s energy landscape grows more dynamic, businesses operating in the National Electricity Market (NEM) face increasing challenges – from rising costs and evolving regulations to the growing presence of decentralised and renewable energy sources.

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.

Bus operator CDC Victoria has deployed the first of 50 new Hybrid technology buses on Melbourne's public transport routes following successful trials across Victoria. The...