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Tradiebot announces new board member
Automotive repair technology startup Tradiebot has announced Dr Matthew David as the newest member of its executive board.
US manufacturer Klein Tools acquires Australian electrician equipment company
Electrician equipment company Klein Tools, headquartered in Illinois, US, has acquired ElMako, parent company of the Wattmaster and Alco brands.
Australian Space Agency boss signals astronomical plans for industry
The Head of the Australian Space Agency has outlined her vision for the Australian space industry during a talk at the University of South Australia.
Gilmour Space unveils ‘One Vision’ rocket
Queensland’s Gilmour Space Technologies has unveiled its latest rocket and named it ‘One Vision’. The nine-metre tall rocket, which will be launched later this month from a private property in far north Queensland, will be carrying payloads from universities in Singapore and Australia. CEO Adam Gilmour said: “One Vision is a scaled version of our…
EOS joins the big league
Canberra-based Electro Optic Systems (ASX: EOS) has joined the list of Australia’s top 40 defence contractors published by the prestigious Australian Defence Magazine. The company, which makes laser systems to track space debris, optical telescopes, and remotely operated weapons (ROW) systems, is the country’s third largest SME defence business. EOS Defence CEO Grant Sanderson told…
SMEs little changed by banking royal commission
By Peter Roberts The banking royal commission has given little hope of change for small business dealings with the banks. Commissioner Hayne did not recommend extending consumer protections to SMEs, though there are avenues open to legislators that might beef up existing protections. Hayne said: “With some exceptions, I generally do not favour altering the…