Tag: New South Wales
Coles opens Australia’s first automated distribution centre in Queensland
Supermarket giant Coles has opened its first Australian Automated Distribution Centre (ADC) – the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere as part of a $1 billion effort to strengthen its supply chain.
Tetra Pak, APR Kerbside equip Victorian facility with AI-powered recycling robot
Food and beverage processing and packaging company Tetra Pak and Australian Paper Recovery (APR) Kerbside have invested in the implementation of an innovative recycling robot that can identify and sort used Tetra Pak beverage cartons.
Origin approves manufacturing of large-scale Eraring battery
Origin Energy Limited has committed to a $600 million investment towards the first phase of the development of a large-scale battery at the Eraring Power Station in New South Wales.
IT manufacturer SoftIron to benefit from Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement
The new Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is set to ease business operations for UK-registered tech firm SoftIron across Australia and the United Kingdom, enabling it to grow operations and improve its offerings across two of its key geographies.
Australian energy storage installations hit record high in 2022
A new report by energy sector consultancy SunWiz has revealed that the number of battery installations connected to solar systems increased by 55 per cent in 2022 when compared to installations in the previous year.
SWA rolls out report detailing pandemic impacts on returning workers
Government statutory agency Safe Work Australia (SWA) has issued a new report illustrating the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on workers returning to work following an injury or illness.
Carbonix, GPC Electronics partner to advance Australian drone sector
Sydney-based companies Carbonix and GPC Electronics Group today announced a collaboration that will bring the sovereign capability of the Australian drone industry “a significant step forward.
Advanced manufacturing needs to be taught nationwide, says Weld Australia
Weld Australia has called for a nationwide rollout of the Advanced Manufacturing School Outreach Program, an initiative in New South Wales that seeks to encourage kids in secondary schools to explore a meaningful career in the industry.
PPK Group to purchase material interest in PowerPlus Energy
ASX-listed PPK Group Limited has begun a series of conditional transactions to acquire a material interest in Australia-based privately owned lithium battery manufacturer PowerPlus Energy.
Proactive programs needed to encourage more women to join industry— Weld Australia
Weld Australia is urging the national government to take a proactive approach towards recruiting more women into the industry and provide training programs specifically designed for women.
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