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Manufacturing shows mixed signals as industry contraction deepens in October – Ai Group
In October, Australia’s manufacturing sector exhibited signs of improvement, yet remained under significant pressure, according to the latest Ai Group’s Australian Industry Index.
Manufacturing sector faces persistent challenges amid contraction – Ai Group
The latest Ai Group Australian Industry Index for June shows that the manufacturing sector remains in contraction, with the index rising 14.7 points to -25.6 points, marking 26 consecutive months of decline.
Ai Group reveals soaring demand for technical and trade skills in 2024
Ai Group's Centre for Education and Training (CET) has released survey data revealing that technicians and trades workers are in high demand and increasingly difficult to find.
Ai Group executive joins Ministerial Advisory Board for Jobs and Skills Australia
The Australian Industry Group has congratulated Megan Lilly on her selection to the recently formed Ministerial Advisory Board of Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA).
Ai Group reveals manufacturing’s impact on Australia’s energy efficiency agenda
Recent analyses based on the ABS's Energy Account 2021-22 have stressed the importance of manufacturing in Australia’s journey towards a low-carbon economy, emphasising that the decarbonisation of industries is a crucial component of the overall energy transition.
Australian industry leaders ‘more cautious’ in 2024 – Ai Group survey
Australian industry leaders are entering 2024 with significantly more caution and concern than the year before, according to the latest Industry Outlook report from the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group).
Ball & Doggett’s world-first packaging education hub unveiled
Ball & Doggett, Australia's largest distributor of printable materials and a member of Ai Group, has taken the lead in driving the conversation on packaging sustainability with the launch of an innovative online educational portal.
Report urges Australia to elevate defence industry to national capability
In a joint effort, Ai Group and the Strategic and Defence Studies Centre (SDSC) at the Australian National University have unveiled a comprehensive report addressing the strategic role of Australia's defence industry within the context of the National Defence strategy.
Australian industry faces prolonged contraction, -22.4 index rating in November
The overall Ai Group Australian Industry Index has plummeted 12.5 points to -22.4 points in November, signalling strong contractionary conditions.
Consortium frontlines Australia’s push for renewable superpower status
The Federal Government is currently deliberating on a renewable superpower strategy, emphasising the transformative potential of a global shift towards net-zero emissions.
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