Long-awaited Carbon Revolution ASX listing expected for December
Carbon fibre wheel manufacturer Carbon Revolution is going ahead with plans to list on the ASX in December, according to a report this morning.
Stop shaming and start empowering: advertisers must rethink their plastic waste message
Discussion of the environment is embedded in our culture as public awareness over issues such as climate change and plastic pollution has grown. Advertisers are not shy about tapping into this concern for their own benefit.
Deal between Monash University and Comac on new R&D centre signed
China’s largest aerospace manufacturer will expand on a relationship with Monash University begun in 2017, investing “up to $10 million” establishing a new R&D site at Clayton’s Monash Technology Precinct.
Electric utility truck launched in Australia
By Jim Plouffe The fully electric vehicle is based on the Landcruiser 79 series platform and promises a range of up to 350km (220 miles). The pickup was developed in Adelaide, South Australia, over the past year by Dave Mitchell and Tim Possingham, who both have extensive experience in motorsport and original equipment manufacturing (OEM).…
QLD pilot plant the latest effort in race to address booming high-purity alumina market
A two-year pilot plant study, linking Lava Blue, Queensland University of Technology and the Innovative Manufacturing CRC, is the latest attempt to tap into the fast-expanding market for high-purity alumina. High-purity alumina (HPA) is an in-demand material, used in applications including coatings for lithium ion battery separators, LED production, and synthetic sapphire production. The…
Aussie researchers to help NASA monitor health in space
A South Australian advanced manufacturing hub specialising in microfluidic sensors is working with NASA to develop health assessment tools for space travellers.
Is Industry 4.0 the most important economic and social topic for Australia?
Today I spoke at the National Press Club on a topic close to my heart: Industry 4.0.
I opened by saying that the most important topic the nation can focus on is preparing for the 4th industrial revolution – or as the Germans call it, Industrie 4.0.
QLD manufacturing sector leading the nation, claims minister
Queensland’s manufacturers are outperforming those in other states, its manufacturing minister has said.
New docco celebrates containerisation’s impact on Australia
A short documentary marking 50 years of containerisation and its role in the Australian economy has been launched by trade minister Simon Birmingham.
Australian space industry lands in DC with strong IAC presence
Australia’s rejuvenated space industry is showcasing its capabilities to the world this week at the 70th International Astronautical Congress (IAC), in Washington DC.