AusBiotech names new director
Dr James Campbell, CEO of Patrys, has been named as a director of biotechnology organisation AusBiotech.
Major Project Status for WA battery plant
Perth-based battery material manufacturer EcoGraf has secured Major Project Status for its battery anode materials facility in Western Australia, paving the way for expedited government approvals.
Rare earth markets recover, Lynas progesses processing projects
Rare earths producer Lynas Rare Earths global markets are recovering with the world economy as the Perth company progresses major processing investments in Western Australia and the United States. The company, which has been hit by Covid-19 economic slowdowns and environmental concerns at its Malaysian advanced metals plant, reported sales of $110 million for the…
Net zero won’t be achieved in inner city wine bars: Morrison
The Prime Minister told a Business Council of Australia dinner on Monday the government was charting its own course “to ensure Australia is well placed to prosper through the great energy transition of our time, consistent with strong action on climate change”.
Fibres and composites transforming industry: The Australian composites industry is a Modern Manufacturing Initiative enabler
On the second day of our Fibres and composites transforming industry series, Dr Matthew Young looks at Australia’s prowess with composites and their role in the federal government’s six priority sectors.
AMGC spurs Klinger to embrace industry 4.0
Industrial sealing and fluid control manufacturer Klinger Australia has revealed how a local event held by the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre spurred it to take the first steps in implementing an Industry 4.0 strategy in their production facility in Western Australia. The company introduced Industrial IoT technology in three phases ‘in a matter of weeks’…
Covid home baking boom brings new flour products from McKenzie’s
Cooking and baking ingredients manufacturer Ward McKenzie Pty Ltd has responded to a Covid-19 surge in home baking with the launch this month of a range of seven new flours including special purpose flour blends. The company, best known for its McKenzie’s baking powder and bi-carbonate of soda seen in almost every pantry, is now…