Tag: Ed Husic
Industry-led research centres to receive funding in CRC’s latest round
The Australian government has launched the 24th round of the Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) grants program to support industry-led research centres that seek to transform Australian know-how into practical business outcomes.
Bringing manufacturing back to Australia
The federal government recently introduced a $15 billion landmark bill that would support, diversify and transform Australia’s industry and economy in an effort to reclaim its reputation as a country that makes things.
Harvest B opens Australia’s first-ever plant-based meat ingredient facility
Food tech company Harvest B has opened Australia’s first plant-based protein facility aimed at helping transform the country’s domestic food manufacturing capability.
New committee created to shape Australia’s national robotics strategy
Minister for Industry and Science Ed Husic has unveiled the members of a National Robotics Strategy Advisory Committee that would establish Australia’s strategy for emerging automation technologies.
CSIRO’s silicon roadmap lays out domestic manufacturing plans for PV solar
Commissioned by Australia’s national science industry CSIRO, the Australian Silicon Action Plan report suggests the establishment of a domestic solar supply chain to position Australia as a global superpower for solar PV electricity generation.
ARM Hub’s robotics chief wins major STEM award
ARM Hub CEO Associate Professor Cori Stewart has today been announced as one of Australia’s newest Superstars of STEM by Minister for Industry and Science, Ed Husic MP.
Queensland receives federal funding to accelerate biomanufacturing sector
The Albanese Labor Government is delivering its pledge to expand biomanufacturing capabilities in Queensland with a $12.6 million investment in Cytvia’s Springfield BioPark Australia project.
The true value of the 2022-23 Federal Budget for manufacturing
Addressing structural challenges appears a key focus of this year’s budget, with many initiatives tackling the likes of energy transition, housing affordability, skills shortages, childcare and paid parental leave. But what does the new budget mean for manufacturing?
IMCRC showcases Australia’s manufacturing innovations in Melbourne
IMCRC today opened up its Celebrating Australian Manufacturing Innovation event at The Timber Yard in Port Melbourne.
$50m federal budget invested in Nyrstar’s Hobart zinc smelter modernisation
The federal government has announced a $50 million investment in Nyrstar, a critical minerals and metals producer, in a bid to strengthen Tasmania and Australia’s manufacturing capability.
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Over the past year, manufacturers worldwide have made significant strides in adopting artificial intelligence technologies, moving beyond the initial hype to tangible implementations that deliver real business value.
