Realising the potential of our sovereign manufacturing capability
WEBAug 25, 2022 · IMCRC delves into why sovereign manufacturing capability has become such a hot topic and how Australia can accelerate its capacity to achieve this.. The concept of sovereign manufacturing capability has become a hot topic in Australia, and rightfully so, as the double hit of the pandemic and geopolitical issues has exposed significant gaps in Australian manufacturing capability and capacity.
Lower carbon aluminium for Australian Manufacturers
WEBMar 15, 2023 · Michael O’Keefe, general manager of Marketing & Technology, explained at eight kilograms of carbon emissions per kilogram of aluminium, the LocAl Green offer has 50 per cent lower carbon emissions than the current global average for primary aluminium. “At four kilograms, LocAl Super Green is 75 per cent lower; this is a significant reduction.
Australia’s first ride-share space mission takes flight
WEBAug 21, 2024 · Australia’s first ride-share space mission takes flight. Five NSW start-ups at the cutting edge of space technology are celebrating following the successful launch of Australia’s first ride-share space mission, the Waratah Seed. The NSW Government backed Waratah Seed-1 satellite launched on Saturday 17 August carrying payloads from NSW ...
Sovereign rail manufacturing in sight - Manufacturers' Monthly
WEBJul 8, 2024 · In good news for Australia’s rail manufacturing industry, the NSW Government will spend billions of dollars to replace the Tangara fleet of suburban passenger trains, with a 50 per cent of domestic manufacturing target.. This target, however, could easily be higher, according to Industry Capability Network (ICN) NSW Advanced Manufacturing Manager, Marcus Batten.
Australia’s first National Robotics Strategy announced
WEBMay 29, 2024 · Minister for Industry and Science Ed Husic has released Australia’s first National Robotics strategy at the Australian Financial Review AI Summit in Sydney today. Robotics and automation have the potential to transform advanced manufacturing, support our transition to net zero, combat workforce shortages and …
Boosting Australian aerospace and defence industry growth
WEBMar 14, 2023 · The increasing ability to create strong, affordable 3D printed parts using various innovative materials has fuelled this transition. Within the Australian aerospace and defence industries, these advances allow local manufacturers to increase speed-to-market and bring component manufacturing back onshore. Bringing 3D printing, also known as ...
Australia’s top 100 manufacturers revealed
WEBMar 5, 2020 · Australia’s top 100 manufacturers for 2020 revealed. Tajna Biscevic March 5, 2020, 8:09 am. Caltex Australia has topped the list of Australia’s leading manufacturers for 2020 for the second consecutive year, with this year’s ‘Top 100’ reflective of Australia’s investments in advanced manufacturing, reputation for high-quality ...
Latest manufacturing news, technology and opinions
WEBQLD quantum and advanced technology funding totals $53 million. The Queensland Government has committed $53 million across five grants programs to develop quantum and advanced technologies under its nation-leading …. Jack Lloyd 5 hours ago. Smart building materials company ClearVue Technologies Limited has entered the net-zero modular housing ...
Sovereign manufacturing capability is essential for Australia’s ...
WEBAug 3, 2022 · Australia is rapidly moving from carbon fuelled power generation to a renewable energy system. Renewable energy accounted for 32.5 per cent of Australia’s total electricity generation in 2021, an increase of almost 5 per cent compared to 2020. In the past five years, the proportion of Australia’s electricity that comes from renewables has almost doubled, increasing from 16.9 per cent in ...
Specialty Doors goes for growth - Manufacturers' Monthly
WEBMay 28, 2024 · Melbourne based door manufacturer Specialty Doors has expanded production capacity to meet growing demand. Having moved premises in mid 2023 the company invested in new machinery to effectively double production capacity.