Businesses increase supply chain focus to accelerate decarbonisation efforts – research says
Schneider Electric Sustainability Index 2023 report has revealed that companies are concentrating more on supply chains to reduce their emissions with 78 per cent of business leaders agreeing that ‘companies can significantly address their carbon footprint through greater visibility of environmental outcomes across their supply chain’.
Jetty contract worth $14 million boosts local manufacturing in WA
Wangara company Global Trade Sales contracted to deliver $14 million in upgrades at Hillarys and Fremantle has been installing the WA-made jetties after local manufacturers geared up to supply major components often made overseas.
MILKLAB, saveBOARD showcase recycled materials at Melbourne exhibition
Plant and dairy milk brand MILKLAB has showcased a sustainable building material made from recycled waste, such as milk cartons and coffee cups at its stand at the recent Melbourne International Coffee Exhibition (MICE).
Lifecycle study shows ecosparc enhanced coatings reduce CO2 emissions by 18-21%
A fully independent lifecycle assessment (LCA) done by Sparc Technologies Limited has revealed an 18 to 21 per cent reduction in CO2 emissions through the use of ecosparc-enhanced coatings.
Australian researchers use quantum computer to observe 100-billionth-speed slow-mo
A team of scientists at the University of Sydney have successfully demonstrated the potential of quantum technology in exploring new designs in material science, drugs, or solar energy harvesting by slowing down a process critical in chemical reactions by a factor of 100 billion times.
Work underway for proposed Barcaldine Renewable Energy Zone in Qld
Work is progressing for the new renewable energy industrial precinct in Barcaldine, Queensland, as the state government talks with several companies interested in establishing a presence at the precinct.
Lockheed Martin tapped as Defence’s strategic partner for AIR6500
The Department of Defence has selected Lockheed Martin as its strategic partner for the AIR6500 Phase 1, supporting the delivery of a Joint Air Battle Management System (JABMS) to the Australian Defence Force (ADF).
Weld Australia launches learning resources for Manufacturing & Engineering Training Package
Industry representative Weld Australia has introduced a new suite of learning resources for the Manufacturing and Engineering (MEM) Training Package.
Fixx Nutrition scales manufacturing capability in Qld
Fixx Nutrition, a Queensland-based nutrition and wellness company, has established a new manufacturing facility in Burleigh Heads to cater to the growing domestic and global demand for its sports and dietary supplements.
Kyocera AVX leverages Minitab Engage to globalise customer experience system
In 2020, Kyocera AVX, a US-based global manufacturer of advanced electronic components, spearheaded a plan to globalise all the systems across its manufacturing facilities located around the globe.
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How growth capital is helping an Australian manufacturer go global
There’s a particular kind of ingenuity that flourishes in regional Australia. Away from the noise of major business centres, founders build companies that quietly become world leaders in their field, solving deep specialised problems that global markets didn’t know could be solved. Modra Technology, based in Warragul in regional Victoria, is one of those companies.
