Green iron production could boost Australia’s economy by up to $295 billion annually: new report

Manufacturing News

Producing iron using renewable hydrogen is Australia’s best pathway to remain competitive as the global steel industry decarbonises, according to research published by Deloitte and WWF-Australia on Wednesday. The report, titled Forging Futures: Changing the nature of iron and steel production, assessed different approaches for Australia to support steelmaking decarbonisation in the Asia-Pacific region, which…

A few thoughts on innovation from Russell Mineral Equipment’s founder

Awards, Manufacturing News

This week Russell Mineral Equipment was announced as the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation’s first investee, with the NRFC taking a $40 million stake in the company alongside US-based private equity firm Resource Capital Funds. Earlier this year, RME was a gold award winner in @AuManufacturing‘s Australia’s 50 Most Innovative Manufacturers campaign for 2024. Below is…

Moon to Mars technologies sought by space agency

Manufacturing News, Technology

The Australian Space Agency is seeking expressions of interest (EOI) from companies and institutions seeking to discuss their niche Australian technology capabilities. Through its Moon to Mars initiative, the ASA is working closely with international partner agencies to identify Australian technology capabilities that could add value to international space exploration endeavours. The information from this…