Electric Vehicle Council warns against scrapping penalties for polluting cars
The Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) has warned that abolishing penalties for car manufacturers that fail to meet pollution reduction targets under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) could limit Australians' access to more fuel-efficient and cost-effective vehicles.
Legrand expands data centre offerings through CRS takeover
Legrand has expanded its data centre portfolio with the acquisition of Computer Room Solutions (CRS), a leading provider of data centre infrastructure solutions.
Visy’s new recyclable insulation solution to tackle polystyrene waste
Visy has announced the launch of a new product, Visycell, aimed at providing a sustainable alternative to expanded polystyrene (EPS), a material widely known for its environmental impact.
JP Morgan’s global manufacturing PMI shows weak expansion in Q1 2025
The global manufacturing sector showed only a slight improvement in March, with the JP Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI registering 50.3, down slightly from 50.6 in February.
Aussie researchers advance perovskite solar cell tech with green manufacturing breakthrough
A groundbreaking project backed by Australia's Economic Accelerator (AEA) Seed funding has advanced perovskite solar cell technology, developing eco-friendly materials and processes that improve energy efficiency and reduce costs.
Westpac announces leadership change with new chief people officer
Westpac has announced the appointment of Kate Dee as its new Chief People Officer, with plans for her to assume the role later this year.
Smart manufacturing needs people first, technology second, Gartner reports
Gartner has emphasised the importance of human-centric strategies in unlocking the full value of connected factory worker initiatives, stating that organisations must go beyond immediate cost savings to achieve long-term strategic benefits.
Weld Australia seeks Indigenous artists to showcase art on a global stage
Indigenous artists from Australia and New Zealand are being encouraged to showcase their welded artworks on a global stage as part of the International Institute of Welding (IIW) 2025 Digital Collection Welded Art Photographic Exhibition: Progressing Biodiversity.
Australia’s manufacturing PMI hits highest level since 2022 – S&P Global
Australia’s manufacturing sector experienced its strongest improvement in nearly two-and-a-half years in March, driven by rising new orders and renewed production growth, according to the latest S&P Global Australia Manufacturing Purchasing Manager’s Index (PMI).
Swinburne and H3D partner to revolutionise dental manufacturing with AI
Swinburne University of Technology has announced an investment in H3D, a technology company focused on AI-driven design for dental devices.
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APS Industrial brings Siemens’ next-gen PLC to Aussie manufacturers
As the manufacturing industry advances towards greater automation and digitalisation, companies are seeking smarter and more efficient control solutions to enhance their operations.
