Saturday, August 29, 2026

Global 3D printing high-performance plastic market expected to grow at 8.5% CAGR by 2029

The market for high-performance plastics used in 3D printing is expected to expand significantly between 2023 and 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.45 per cent, reaching a value of USD 184.5 million by that year, according to market research firm BlueWeave Consulting.

Austal’s EBIT rises to $56.5M in FY2024 amid record $12.7B order book

Austal Limited announced its financial results for the fiscal year ending 30 June 2024 (FY2024), reporting a significant turnaround with Earnings Before Interest and Tax (EBIT) of $56.5 million. 

JP Morgan: global manufacturing activity slumps further in November

The Global Performance of Manufacturing Index’s (PMI) downturn intensified in November, hitting a 29-month low as companies face weaker intakes of new business, slower international trade flows, and continued high costs. 

BlueScope sees net profit falls in FY2023; announces Port Kembla furnace relining and upgrade

BlueScope has made a $1.15 billion investment in the relining and upgrade of the No.6 Blast Furnace (6BF) Port Kembla Steelworks and announced a dip in profit in fiscal year 2023. 

Australia’s dairy industry continues to place a premium on ‘drinking’ milk, says Rabobank

The liquid ‘drinking’ milk market continues to be crucial for Australia's dairy industry due to increased domestic retail pricing and potential for additional export development, according to a recently released industry report from Rabobank.

Cann Group names Peter Koetsier as new CEO

Cann Group, a leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative cannabis medicines, appointed Peter Koetsier as its new chief executive officer, effective 16 January 2023. 

Global manufacturing sees growth in April but momentum may be short-lived – JP Morgan

The global manufacturing sector entered the second quarter of 2026 with significant momentum as output and new orders accelerated.
The new state-of-the-art plasma beamline cutting steel tube and beams

BlueScope announces $851m EBIT for FY2023’s first half

ASX-listed steelmaker BlueScope has posted an underlying EBIT of $851 million and a net profit after tax (NPAT) of $599 million for the first half of fiscal year 2023. 

ClearVue Technologies appoints Martin Deil as CEO

Smart building materials company ClearVue Technologies has tapped Martin Deil as its Chief Executive Officer as the company looks to expand its global footprint with a focus on the US and European markets.

Australian Producer Price Index reports positive figures as manufacturing input prices went up

The Australian Producer Price Index has increased by 5.2 per cent in Q1 year-over-year versus a forecasted 5.0 per cent, while input prices to manufacturing rose 0.6 per cent over the quarter and rose 5.0 per cent over the past 12 months.
Advertisement

Climatight Containers

Mason Development Group

All Automation Australia

Featured Article

AMCA Impact Study highlights AI’s role in improving HVAC safety compliance

A new AMCA Impact Study has highlighted the growing challenge of helping HVAC contractors access reliable safety and compliance information quickly, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses operating in Australia's highly regulated construction environment.