Quantum Brilliance opens quantum diamond foundry to boost Australia’s manufacturing capability
Quantum Brilliance has announced the opening of what it describes as the world’s first commercial Quantum Diamond Foundry in Melbourne, a facility the company says will enhance Australia’s advanced manufacturing and quantum technology industries.
Hullbot raises $16M to expand robotic hull-cleaning ops globally
Australian ocean robotics company Hullbot has secured $16 million in Series A funding to advance its mission of improving the environmental performance and efficiency of global shipping through autonomous underwater robots.
Avnet drives AI, sustainable manufacturing innovation with new ‘AMD on Wheels’ nat’l roadshow
Avnet, a global technology distributor, has announced the launch of its inaugural “AMD on Wheels” national roadshow in partnership with AMD and element14, bringing artificial intelligence (AI) and sustainable technology solutions directly to Australia’s manufacturing and innovation sectors.
New University of Sydney technology turns roofs into water-harvesting, heat-reducing surfaces
Researchers at the University of Sydney, in collaboration with start-up Dewpoint Innovations, have developed a nanoengineered polymer coating that can passively cool buildings and collect water from the air without using energy.
ARENA-backed project brings vehicle-to-grid technology to Aussie homes
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced that the first of 50 vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capable chargers has been installed in a residential setting under an ARENA-funded project led by Amber Electric.
Kardex expands automation reach with new Sydney office and technology showroom
Intralogistics solutions provider Kardex has officially opened a new Australian office in Lidcombe Business Park, Western Sydney, expanding its presence and customer support capability in the region.
Swinburne researchers develop 3D printing system using earth to tackle housing crisis
Researchers from Swinburne University of Technology are developing a 3D printing technology that uses earth, plant fibres and other natural materials to help address Australia’s housing shortage.
Monash University partners with Firstsource to develop next-generation AI solutions
Monash University has announced a new partnership with RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group’s Firstsource Solutions Limited to co-develop next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) technologies aimed at advancing practical applications across key business sectors and core AI capabilities.
Over 500 NSW students join virtual AI work placement initiative
More than 500 students from 134 schools across New South Wales are undertaking a week-long virtual work placement focused on artificial intelligence (AI) through a partnership between the NSW Department of Education and leading technology organisations.
Tasmania launches immersive Skills Lab to boost job-ready manufacturing training
TasTAFE has officially opened an immersive Skills Lab, offering learners virtual and augmented reality training to develop practical skills before entering a worksite, the Tasmanian Government announced.
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From ship repair to autonomous underwater vehicles: Griffin Industrial’s next chapter with growth capital
Some of Australia’s most critical manufacturing happens where almost no one sees it: inside a fuel tank on a Navy tanker, in a machine shop south of Perth, on a workshop floor in western Sydney where a team is helping build autonomous underwater vehicles. Griffin Industrial does all three.
