Tag: Glenn Butcher
Darwin hosts Developing Northern Australia Conference to push for industry growth
The Developing Northern Australia Conference is slated to be held in Darwin from 24 to 26 July at the Darwin Convention Centre, with the theme: "Leading the Way: Empowering Northern Australia Business and Industry for Growth and Innovation."
Alpha HPA’s manufacturing facility in Gladstone receives state gov’t backing
The Queensland government has announced $21.7 million in funding to support the development of a new high-purity alumina (HPA) manufacturing plant in Gladstone.
Manufacturing Skills Queensland names new CEO
Manufacturing Skills Queensland, an independent body driving the growth of the state’s manufacturing industry, has tapped Rebecca Andrews as its chief executive officer, effective 1 July 2023.
Local manufacturer Aletek to go global with Made in Queensland grant
Queensland-based manufacturer Aletek is bringing its mining products to global markets through a $1.36 million investment from the Queensland government.
Queensland backs local manufacturing in new State Budget
The Palaszczuk Labor Government is backing the local manufacturing industry in Queensland with massive investments in the sector included in the state’s latest 2023-24 Budget.
Queensland manufacturers to showcase innovations at AMW 2023
Queensland’s leading manufacturers are set to take on the stage at the Australian Manufacturing Week 2023, from 9 to 12 May in Melbourne, to showcase their latest technology and innovations.
Queensland unveils new strategy to boost opportunities for women in manufacturing
The Queensland government has officially rolled out its Women in Manufacturing strategy, which seeks to attract and retain women in the industry.
Construction commenced on new renewable energy and manufacturing facilities in Townsville
Work on a $17.2 million expansion of TAFE Queensland's Bohle campus has begun, comprising two new renewable energy and advanced manufacturing training and skills facilities.
Queensland manufacturer Ferra Engineering to cater to more global giants
Ferra Engineering, a company based in Brisbane, is poised to manufacture more precision parts for global giants, such as Boeing, after receiving backing from the Queensland government.
Queensland’s $1B pipeline project to unlock jobs in renewable hydrogen, manufacturing
More jobs in renewable hydrogen and manufacturing are expected to be created in Central Queensland, with the construction of a new $983 million water pipeline that will run from Fitzroy to Gladstone.