Dassault Systèmes has announced the launch of SolidWorks 2019, the latest release of its portfolio of 3D design and engineering applications. The latest software delivers enhancements and new functionalities that help users to get products into production faster. The SolidWorks 2019 launch event at the Western Sydney University (WSU) introduced product demonstrations and use case examples by WSU … Continue reading Dassault Systèmes Introduces SOLIDWORKS 2019 →

Australian shipbuilder, Austal, has been awarded construction contracts by the US Navy to build two additional Independence class Littoral Combat Ships (LCS). These ships will be the sixteenth and seventeenth ships in the class to be delivered by Austal, with the value of each contract expected to fall under the congressional cost cap of US$584 million per … Continue reading Austal wins $1.6b order for additional US Navy ships →

The Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi carmaking alliance said on Tuesday it will adopt Alphabet’s Google Android operating system in their cars, with the car rollouts starting from 2021. The move is part of the Alliance’s strategy to improve connectivity and infotainment features to woo potential buyers, who are less attracted by traditional automotive features. “Our ambition is to offer the same customer … Continue reading Google to power in-car systems for big carmakers →

Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews on Tuesday launched the second round of the Australian Government’s Global Innovation Linkages (GIL) program. The grants, totalling $8 million, provide matched funding of up to $1 million per project, over a maximum of four years, to help Australian research organisations and businesses to team up with  experts overseas to … Continue reading New grants to help local businesses forge international partnerships →

The Queensland government has encouraged stakeholders to share their ideas on how vocational education and training (VET) can remain responsive and ensure workers have the skills needed for the jobs of the future. The feedback has been sought in response to the “Skills for Queensland” discussion paper, released on Tuesday. The state Minister for Employment and Small Business and … Continue reading Queenslanders invited to have their say on VET future →