A world-first demonstration of an international hydrogen energy supply chain has commenced operations in Australia. The start of Hydrogen Energy Supply Chain (HESC) operations in the Latrobe Valley, Victoria marks an important day for Australia’s hydrogen industry. The HESC project will produce hydrogen using coal from Victoria’s Latrobe Valley, with the liquefied hydrogen to be … Continue reading Australia’s hydrogen industry celebrates production milestone →

An industry-first apartment made using waste materials has been revealed by the UNSW SMaRT Centre and industry partner Mirvac. At the unveiling of the revolutionary Pavilions apartment at Sydney Olympic Park, attended by NSW Energy and Environment Minister Matt Kean, industry leaders had a glimpse into the future – flooring, wall tiles, kitchen and lighting … Continue reading Apartment made from waste glass and textiles showcases “green” ceramics →

The federal government is supporting Australia’s manufacturers to turn their good ideas into world-beating realities that create more local jobs, with a new $30 million fund. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the Commercialisation Fund will foster projects that bring industry and researchers together to commercialise new manufacturing products and processes. “Making … Continue reading $30m grants program to support local manufacturing →

By Dr Matthew Young, Manufacturing Innovation Manager, IMCRC After a turbulent year in our industry, Australian manufacturers need to innovate now more than ever before. Creating a path for a thriving business and economic recovery after COVID-19 will depend on embracing the fourth industrial revolution and, crucially, purposeful and effective collaboration. At the Innovative Manufacturing … Continue reading Driving innovation through university collaboration – key elements for success →

Caroline Tung speaks to printer manufacturer Lexmark and ISO consultancy Anitech about protecting IP and quality management for maintaining strong supply chains. Printers typically sit quietly within an organisation, but the role they play is often central to supporting the core business. With a high volume of data passing through printers each day, they can … Continue reading Why ISO matters: Bringing quality and trust into the supply chain →