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Advanced Navigation wins defence grant to pioneer photonic chip manufacturing in Australia

Sydney-based manufacturer Advanced Navigation has secured a significant grant from the Australian Department of Defence to propel the nation's sovereign manufacturing capability for photonic chips.

Swisslog to showcase cold storage automation at CeMAT 2025 in Sydney

Swisslog Australia and New Zealand is set to spotlight its cutting-edge, temperature-controlled warehouse automation solutions at CeMAT 2025 in Sydney, running from 22 to 24 July. 

Ambulance Victoria adopts 3D printing to enhance paramedic training

Ambulance Victoria (AV) is integrating advanced 3D printing technology into its training programs to enhance the skills of Mobile Intensive Care Ambulance (MICA) paramedics, ensuring they are prepared for critical airway procedures in high-pressure emergency situations.

BluGlass GaN lasers meet performance benchmarks

Gallium nitride (GaN) laser diodes produced by BluGlass at its Silicon Valley feasibility are now achieving or exceeding manufacturer performance benchmarks, the company said in an ASX announcement. 

ORNL unveils AI tool to accelerate nuclear material inspections by 85%

A new software algorithm developed by Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has reduced inspection times for 3D-printed parts used in nuclear applications by 85...

AML3D recognised as world’s first accredited manufacturer of high-value marine components

Wire additive manufacturing (WAM) company AML3D has received the first-ever Additive Manufacturing Facility accreditation from DNV, a leading global marine & industrial classification society.  In...

Australian gov’t invests $50 million to advance artificial heart development

The Australian Government has allocated $50 million towards the development and commercialisation of what it claims to be the world's most advanced artificial heart.

AML3D secures major order to upgrade defence supplier’s robotic system

AML3D has received a $0.28 million order from Century Engineering, an Australian Defence and industry supplier, to upgrade a robotic welding system into a cutting-edge ARCEMY metal 3D printing system.

Defence awards Perth braking business ABT $240,000 export grant

The Morrison Government has awarded Advanced Braking Technology (ASX:ABV) a $240,000 Defence Global Competitiveness Grant that will help the Perth-based manufacturer export its ground-breaking...

New material for thermal imaging lenses discovered by Flinders researchers

Researchers from Flinders University have discovered a new, inexpensive material that may be used to create thermal imaging lenses, hinting at new manufacturing uses for the technology.
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APS Industrial expands regional footprint with Control Technologies acquisition

APS Industrial (APS) is expanding its regional presence through the acquisition of Albury-based Control Technologies, a move the industrial products supplier said will strengthen its local service capability and support further investment in warehousing, stockholding and technical support.