Government promises audits, simpler ASDEFCON to boost local participation in defence work
The federal government has promised increased scrutiny of defence project decision-making to increase opportunities for local project suppliers.
Specialised Textiles Association, Australian Made announce partnership
Australian Made and the peak national body for textile makers and suppliers, the Specialised Textiles Association, have announced a partnership.
AWU says stronger trade laws, local purchasing needed, citing country’s last remaining copper manufacturer
The Australian Workers’ Union has said action is needed on trade cheating and procurement on government projects to strengthen Australian manufacturing.
Three Australian companies to begin feasibility studies for Hunter Class build
Three feasibility studies were announced on Wednesday for Australian manufacturers wanting to contribute to the build phase of the first three Hunter Class frigates.
2020 sees spike in cyberattacks for manufacturers
Manufacturing is the second-most targeted vertical for cyber-criminals, and has seen triple the rate of cyber attacks since the Covid-19 pandemic began, according to Crowdstrike.
Infrabuild awarded contact for 120 tonnes of steel on shipbuilding project
ASC Shipbuilding has signed a contract with Infrabuild Steel Centre for 120 tonnes of steel, which will be used to make jig wagons for production of the Hunter Class frigates.
QLD government announces 25 per cent local procurement commitment for PPE
The Queensland government has announced a target to make 25 per cent of its PPE purchases from manufacturers located within the state.
Boeing announces Loyal Wingman turbofan milestone
The turbofan of the first Loyal Wingman autonomous aircraft has been powered up, Boeing Australia has announced.
AMGC launches Ten Ways to Succeed in Australian Manufacturing report
The Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre has released a new research report including a list of ten ways manufacturers can position themselves for future success.
Federal government to invest $211 million in fuel security to protect against risk and price pressures
The government is seeking to have the $200 million grants for new storage matched by state governments or industry. Its focus will be on projects in strategic regional locations, connected to refineries and with connections to existing fuel infrastructure.