Australian food manufacturer The Arnott’s Group has released its third annual Sustainability Report, recording significant progress towards its goals in the areas of emissions reduction and monitoring, packaging recyclability and sustainable ingredient procurement.

Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has showcased its new directed energy and kinetic counter-drone capabilities in a demonstration for potential export customers from Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Southeast Asia. 

Energy Minister Bill Johnston said that through the Western Australia-Indonesia Energy Forum, the government is exploring opportunities with Indonesian counterparts, to boost participation in global battery and critical mineral supply chains, as well as to grow value-adding and manufacturing industries.

3D post-processing technology provider AM Solutions announced that Sauber Technologies, a company known for its 3D print solutions for Formula 1 racing cars and other industries, is using its shot blast system for the manufacture of the HiPAC components of the latter's vehicles. 

Australian packaging manufacturer Orora has agreed to buy high-end glass bottle manufacturer Saverglass for EUR 1.3 billion (AUD 2.16 billion). 

The Western Australian government has moved in progressing its proposed Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Hub (AMTECH) in the South West after hiring Deloitte to deliver a feasibility study and business case for the proposed facility.

The Queensland government has collaborated with Gold Coast Titans NRLW team to promote the Women in Manufacturing Strategy, a state initiative aimed at attracting and retaining women in the traditionally male-dominated industry. 

Dimensionics Density announced that FKM Additive Manufacturing, Germany's largest full-service powder bed fusion (PBF) 3D printing bureau, has invested in the company's technology and will use it to help its customers achieve the objective of a completely automated AM process chain.

The global manufacturing sector remained in contraction in August, albeit at a slower pace, as rates of contraction ease for output and new orders, according to J.P. Morgan. 

Weld Australia announced that its recently launched new suite of learning resources for the Manufacturing and Engineering (MEM) Training Package is receiving positive reviews and gaining rapid industry uptake.