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Victoria’s Manufacturing Hall of Fame celebrates excellence and gender equity initiative launch
Victoria's manufacturing industry took the spotlight at the 22nd Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards, where the government announced a new initiative, Making it Equal: Victoria’s Women in Manufacturing Strategy, to promote gender equity in the sector.
Australia’s hydrogen future takes shape with $65M park near Wodonga
The Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association of Australia (GAMAA) has hailed the beginning of construction on the $65.46 million Hydrogen Park Murray Valley near Wodonga
Australian wind tower manufacturing could create over 4,300 jobs, report finds
Australia could create over 4,300 quality direct jobs by manufacturing its own wind towers instead of relying on imports, according to new research from the Centre for Future Work.
Urgent policy action needed to secure future of Australia’s aluminium industry, report finds
The Economic Contribution of the Vertically Integrated Australian Aluminium Industry report, commissioned by the Australian Aluminium Council, has outlined how the sector—one of the few globally with a complete mine-to-market supply chain—generates more than AUD 18 billion annually and provides over 20,700 direct and 55,000 indirect jobs.
Offshore wind to power 650,000 homes, create jobs in Southwest Victoria
The Australian Government has taken a step forward in its Reliable Renewables Plan by advancing the development of offshore wind energy in the Southern Ocean.
2024 HP Work Relationship Index reveals Aussie workers crave personalisation, AI integration
HP Inc has released its second annual HP Work Relationship Index (WRI), highlighting two potential solutions for improving work satisfaction: personalised work experiences and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI).
State-of-the-art technology enhances Victoria’s plastic waste mgmt
A major expansion at a plastics recycling facility in Dandenong South is utilising state-of-the-art technology to transform plastic containers into high-quality recycled flake for food packaging.
Qld awards $30M train manufacturing contract to Darra company Knorr-Bremse
The Queensland Government has awarded Knorr-Bremse a $30 million contract under the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP) to supply climate control systems for 65 new six-car passenger trains.
Australian government invests $22M in domestic rocket motor manufacturing
The Australian Government announced an investment in a sovereign rocket motor program aimed at bolstering national security and creating high-skilled jobs in the advanced manufacturing sector.
Austal USA secures $450M contract to boost submarine production for US Navy
Austal Limited announced that its US division, Austal USA, has been awarded a USD 450 million (approximately AUD 670 million) contract by General Dynamics Electric Boat.
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Data-rich or data-poor: Where should manufacturers focus their AI efforts?
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.
