China lifts suspension on meat processing facilities

The federal government has confirmed that China’s suspension of five meat processing establishments has been lifted with immediate effect. Eight beef processing facilities have now had suspensions lifted, while two facilities remain suspended. According to a statement from Foreign Minister Penny Wong: “We continue to press China to remove the remaining trade impediments, including for…

Darwin manufactured roof insulation panel passes muster

Insulation panels designed and made in Darwin, Northern Territory have passed wind load test and serviceability tests at a NATA-accredited James Cook University site. NT manufacturer Arctic Installations is now preparing for volume production of its structural panels designed for demanding tropical environments. The Darwin manufacturer is part-way through a collaborative project, totalling $2.9 million…

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Incat in talks to build electric fast ferry Shipbuilder Incat Tasmania has announced a new partnership with European shipping company BrittanyFerries and technology company Wärtsilä to explore design and technical requirements for a 137-metre zero emission ferry. According to a statement on social media: “Incat has a long-standing and successful relationship with both companies. This…

Dulux Powder Coatings joins national recycling group

Architectural and industrial supplier Dulux Powder Coatings has joined the The Australian Micro Recyclers Association (AMRA), a group dedicated to growing decentralised recycling and manufacturing around Australia. In a statement on Wednesday, Dulux said that membership would assist it in meeting sustainability goals “by reducing carbon emissions and waste to landfill, with a priority on…

Australian Manufacturing Forum passes 15,000 members

@AuManufacturing’s social media discussion and networking group, the Australian Manufacturing Forum on Linkedin, has passed an important membership milestone. The Forum, Australia’s largest professional social media group of Australian manufacturers, last night saw the admission of new members, bringing membership to 15,000. New members in past days range from production team members to technical staff…