China’s manufacturing industry seems to be inching back towards positive territory, however the economic giant still has a long way to go if it is to regain its former top-spot in the global manufacturing stakes, according to reports.
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Australian medical device expert named Export Hero
A 20-year veteran of the medical device industry, Barry Thomas of Australia's Cook Medical, has been awarded a 2012 Australian Export Hero Award.
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Local manufacturers call for dedicated Australian-made aisles in supermarkets
Australian food manufacturers are calling for a dedicated “Australian made” aisle in supermarkets to make it easier for consumers to choose locally made products and keep local businesses afloat.
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Toyota begins shedding 350 workers from its Altona manufacturing plant
Toyota Australia has begun shedding workers from its Altona, Victoria manufacturing plant, due to “unprecedented operating conditions”.
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Mining companies forced to report efforts to use Australian products
Companies performing large mining, construction and infrastructure projects will now have to report to the government every six months what plans they have put in place to use Australian products.
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Who suffers when retailers exercise their market muscle?
When a major retailer uses its countervailing power (or “market muscle”) to negotiate better terms from suppliers, should policy makers be concerned?
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Call for more global awareness in Australian manufacturing
The Australian manufacturing industry needs to be more globally aware, says Chris Stathy, managing director of valve and compression fitting manufacturer, Philmac. And with the strong Australian dollar, the threat to manufacturing is not just coming from Asia, but from Europe and North America.
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EFIC agreement a win for exporters seeking protection against volatile currency markets
The Australian Government’s export credit agency, Export Finance and Insurance Corporation (EFIC) has entered into an agreement with online foreign exchange company OzForex to help eligible Australian SMEs better manage their exposure to volatile currency markets.
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Participation agreement makes it easier to export to Vietnam
EFIC (Export Finance and Insurance Corporation) has extended a participation agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to include Vietnam, making it easier for companies in the emerging economy to import Australian-made products.
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Beyond our shores: A case study of success
The opportunities lying on Australia's doorstep are fabulously rich for Australian companies. But attempting to grasp those opportunities without the right preparation, understanding or groundwork can be mere wishful thinking for a business - especially in uncertain economic times like these.
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Q&A: Philippe Odouard, Quickstep Holdings managing director
We speak to the managing director of Quickstep Holdings about how the company became one of Australia's great manufacturing exports.
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Harvey Fresh acquisition to improve juice export to Asia
Leading West Australian dairy, fruit juices and wine manufacturer, Harvey Fresh, has acquired juice processor Nugan Quality Foods, which will help make the most of the increased export demand.
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900 jobs on the cutting block as Alcoa reviews Geelong smelter operations
Almost 1,000 jobs could be lost at Alcoa’s Geelong aluminium smelter due to the high Australian dollar, input costs and low metal prices, the company has announced.
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Manufacturing value with smarter air travel
Travel management companies help manufacturers boost savings with best fare policy.
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Smart travel for your China business needs
Cathay Pacific and sister airline Dragonair are now offering frequent flights from Australia to China. Cathay Pacific currently offers more than 70 flights a week from Australia.
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Dollar is painful but no predator
Despite the strong Australian dollar, exporters are continuing to supply overseas markets profitably, but it’s not easy.
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Lower US exports blamed for Holden shift change
The United States purchasing a lower-than-anticipated number of cars from GM Holden in 2011 has forced the vehicle manufacturer to cut the second shift at its assembly plant, axing 150 casual jobs.
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Export opportunities await Thales new sonar surveillance system
Thales Australia has unveiled a new, 'rapidly-deployable' Fibre Laser Sensor (FLS) designed that uses sonar technology to improve underwater surveillance capabilities for marine defence vehicles.
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Australian automotive manufacturing back in the black in 2012: report
Australian motor vehicle manufacturing is expected to grow by 14.3% this year, and the value of exported vehicles will return to growth for the first time since 2009, a report says.
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Nissan plans $2bn manufacturing complex in Mexico
Nissan Motor Co will build a $USD2.0 billion manufacturing complex in Mexico, creating 3,000 jobs in the area and another 9,000 within the supply chain.
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