Tag: Shipbuilding
Austal locks in $200M for US steel shipbuilding expansion
Austal has raised AUD 200 million through an institutional placement to support the expansion of its US shipbuilding capabilities.
Samsung Heavy Industries eyes FBR’s robotics for manufacturing
FBR Limited has demonstrated its robotic automation technology to Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) as part of ongoing discussions about a potential collaboration.
Austal’s aluminium shipbuilding legacy powered by Capral
For over three decades, Austal has been a leader in Australian shipbuilding, transforming from a small fishing vessel manufacturer into a global force in lightweight, high-performance ship design.
Incat Hull 096 achieves structural completion, moving closer to 2025 launch
The construction of Incat Hull 096 achieved a major milestone with the successful placement of the final passenger deck module, marking the structural completion of what is claimed to become the world’s largest electric ferry.
Cairns steel fabricator business secures $720,000 manufacturing grant
CSF Industries, a prominent steel manufacturer based in Cairns, is poised for significant growth following the approval of a $720,000 manufacturing grant from the Queensland Government.
BAE Systems Australia trials laser scanning tech at Osborne Naval Shipyard
BAE Systems Australia has completed the weeklong trials of a new laser scanning technology that can create 3D models of pipes found on the Hunter class frigate.
BAE Systems’ Hunter Class Frigate Program passes preliminary design review
BAE Systems Australia’s Hunter Class Frigate Program has successfully completed its Preliminary Design Review, which looked into the operational effectiveness of the program’s design.
Australia to boost sovereign shipbuilding capability with new Austal partnership
The Australian Government is boosting the nation’s shipbuilding capability and Western Australia’s defence industry through a new strategic partnership with Austal Limited.
Austal, Harland & Wolff Group partner to bring shipbuilding capabilities in UK
Austal Australia has signed a memorandum of understanding with maritime defence manufacturing company Harland & Wolff Group to pursue shipbuilding opportunities in the United Kingdom.
Austal wins $143M contract to build LCU class craft for US Navy
Shipbuilding company Austal USA has secured a $143.4 million US Navy contract to construct three Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1700 class craft.
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Circular beds: Revolutionising sustainable bedding in Australia
A new wave of innovation is transforming the Australian manufacturing sector, with sustainability at its core. ROBOVOID, in collaboration with Swinburne University, GT Recycling, and Sustainability Victoria, has developed a groundbreaking bed base made entirely from recycled plastic.
