WEF: The 7 things reshaping global manufacturing
A global survey by the World Economic Forum has outlined the seven factors reshaping manufacturing and how they create a gap between intent and reality for the industry.
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South Australia to hit 100% wind, solar powered
The federal government has announced Australia’s biggest ever round of investment in renewables, approving 19 projects across New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, and South Australia mostly due to be operational by 2028. The projects backed under the government’s Capacity Investment Scheme also will make history, with South Australia becoming the first large-scale electrical grid in…
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Ampcontrol acquires Protech Power
Electrical and electrification technologies manufacturer Ampcontrol has acquired Queensland high voltage service and maintenance business Protech power, expanding its reach in the sunshine state. Acquisition allows for continued growth and expansion into new markets, locations, and diversification of high voltage service business, according to the company. Protech Power will operate as Ampcontrol effective Wednesday 11…
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Titomic and SAE International’s new cold spray standard
Metal 3D printer manufacturer Titomic and standards body SAE International have announced the successful development and acceptance of SAE International’s Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing Specification, AMS 7057 (Specification). This milestone project, which began in February 2023 with Titomic’s sponsorship and technical expertise, represents a transformative moment in the commercialisation of cold spray technology and its…
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Silex Systems to become significant uranium enricher
Australian nuclear technology developer Silex Systems is poised to become a major enricher of uranium in the US market, displacing the current reliance on Russia for nuclear fuels. This follows the selection of Silex’s 51 percent owned Global Laser Enrichment (GLE) by the US Department of Energy as one of six companies to receive funding…
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Kongsberg tests first Australian made missile launcher
Defence contractor Kongsberg has announced that its first Australian manufactured launcher for the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) capability has successfully completed a Blast Test Vehicle (BTV) firing in Port Wakefield, South Australia. This activity has been performed as part of deliveries under Project SEA 1300 Phase 1 – Navy Guided Weapons. This BTV firing was…
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Advanced manufacturing facility complete at Bradfield city
Construction of the First Building at the new Bradfield City Centre in western Sydney – housing Stage 1 of the Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility (AMRF) – has been completed. Located close to the new airport serving Western Sydney, the AMRF will offer support to help businesses grow faster, reduce risks, and compete globally, while strengthening…
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Applied EV and Suzuki launch autonomous logistics electric vehicles
Suzuki and Applied EV have unveiled their new, configurable robot EVs designed for logistics and industrial applications.
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Orora gets regulatory approvals for $1.775bn sale
Orora has received regulatory approvals for the $1.775 billion sale of its North American packaging business to Veritiv Corporation.
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Whiskey Project Group acquires Newcastle boat building facility
Defence tactical watercraft manufacturer The Whiskey Project Group (TWPG) has acquired the former factory of boat maker Moda Boats, in Newcastle.
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