Technology

Researchers at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) have developed an artificial intelligence-assisted workflow aimed at accelerating the discovery of next-generation semiconductor materials by replacing traditional trial-and-error methods with a targeted, data-driven approach, according to UNSW.

Advanced metal manufacturing company Titomic has joined TWI as an Industrial Member, in a move the company says will support broader collaboration and innovation in materials engineering and production.

Manufacturing activity within the additive manufacturing (AM) sector continued to expand in 2025, with the global 3D printing and AM market reaching $16.0 billion, according to Additive Manufacturing Research (AM Research), which said the industry is showing signs of renewed growth momentum across key manufacturing segments.

Researchers at MIT have unveiled a new multimaterial 3D-printing platform designed to streamline the manufacturing of complex electric machines, potentially enabling rapid, on-site production of devices that traditionally require specialized equipment.

6K Additive has announced a $1.1 million purchase order for its Nickel 718 superalloy powder, in a move that underscores growing manufacturing demand for high-performance materials in additive manufacturing applications.

HDR has delivered a manufacturing-focused facility at Western Sydney University’s Bankstown City Campus, with the firm stating the project is designed to integrate advanced technologies into education, research, and industry engagement.

U.S.-based tech company Cirrus360 showcased a new automation system designed for small and medium-sized meat processors at the 2026 International Livestock Congress in Houston earlier this month.

Manufacturing has entered a new phase in its digital transformation, with Industrial AI moving beyond pilot programs into core operational systems. 

Advanced Navigation has raised AUD 158 million in a Series C funding round to accelerate manufacturing and deployment of its high-precision autonomous systems. 

Additive manufacturing is emerging as a potential solution to costly spare-parts delays in the oil and gas sector, with companies exploring on-demand production methods to address supply chain gaps that contribute to millions in annual downtime, according to information released by RusselSmith.