Made in Queensland’s latest round to offer $20M to local manufacturers
The Queensland government has released the guidelines for the sixth round of its Made in Queensland grants program, which will offer up to $20 million in funding to support local manufacturers.
Contractionary conditions ease for Aussie industries in September – Ai Group
The Ai Group Australian Industry Index has witnessed a reduction in contractionary conditions, marking an improvement of 8.2 points to reach a seasonally adjusted value of -3.5 points in September 2023.
Limited exhibitor space up for grabs at Australian Hardware Tools & Grinding Expo
The Australian Hardware Tools and Grinding Expo (ATGE) is inviting industry leaders, innovators, and trailblazers in the hardware tools and grinding sector, steelmaking, construction, and abrasive industries to showcase their latest cutting-edge solutions at the inaugural event in Brisbane.
UNSW experts predict major advances in space mining, space junk mgmt for the next decade
In celebration of World Space Week, experts from the University of New South Wales have weighed in on the future of the space industry, outlining several significant trends expected to shape the next decade.
iLAuNCH Trailblazer to use carbon composite to reduce satellite weight
The iLAuNch Trailblazer program is rolling out a project aimed at reducing weight in satellites through the additive manufacturing of lightweight and thermally stable composite structures.
Rivelin Robotics, Solukon join forces to advance automated metal AM powder removal
Metal additive manufacturing company Rivelin Robotics announced a strategic partnership with German manufacturer Solukon to advance automated solutions for post-processing metal and metal additive manufacturing (AM) applications.
ASI opens nominations for Steel Sustainability Awards
The Australian Steel Institute (ASI), the peak body for locally made steel, is calling on potential nominees for the Steel Sustainability Awards, which aims to recognise local achievements in sustainable design and use of steel.
NSW rolls out net zero emissions policy for heavy road vehicles, rail freight
The NSW Government has unveiled a new policy aimed at reducing emissions in the heavy road and rail freight sector, which is a significant step in its commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050.
VAILO secures spot in AFR’s Most Innovative Companies in Australia, NZ
Australian Financial Review (AFR) has named lighting technology company VAILO as one of Australia and New Zealand’s Most Innovative Companies in the Manufacturing & Consumer Goods category.
Report: Australia’s resources and energy export values expected to ease amid lower world prices
Australia's resources and energy export values, which reached a record high in 2022-23, are projected to decrease over the next two years as global commodity prices return to more typical levels, according to the September edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly from the Department of Industry, Science and Resources.
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Modular switchgear built for faster, verified panel builds
As switchboard builders face tighter programmes and increasing scrutiny around compliance, the way enclosure, busbar and separation concepts work together has a direct impact on build time and verification effort.
