Japanese industry, with the backing of its government, has plans to regain the country’s number one ranking in robotics manufacturing.
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Survey shows concern from industry around China FTA
There is some concern among local manufacturers about a Free Trade Agreement with China, which could be signed at the G20 meeting next month.
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Defence minister requests help from Japanese on submarines
Defence minister David Johnston has met with Japan’s defence minister, formally requesting the country’s cooperation in a deal on submarine technology.
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Denso to end manufacturing in Australia
The inevitable end of passenger automobile manufacturing in Australia has been cited in Denso Automotive Systems Australia ending local production.
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FTA opens Japanese doors for Australian business
Australia's increased role as an economic partner with Japan opening more doors for Australian companies.
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Japan manufacturing returns to growth
Japan’s manufacturing sector has registered growth for the first time in three months, according to the Markit/JMMA flash Japan PMI.
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Toyota recalls 2.27 million vehicles over airbag system
Toyota has recalled 2.27 million cars worldwide due to a faulty airbag system.
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Toyota retains #1 spot in worldwide car sales
Toyota continues to lead worldwide car sales, with the Japanese company leading GM and Volkswagen.
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Australian Brewery wins export deal with Japan
Craft brewer, The Australian Brewery, has successfully negotiated an export deal with Japan.
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Toyota recalls 6.4 m cars worldwide, 300,000 in Australia
Toyota has issued a worldwide recall of 26 of its models, totalling 6.39 million vehicles worldwide and approximately 300,000 in Australia.
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Blast at Mitshubishi Materials factory in Japan kills at least five
According to police, a minimum of five people have been killed and a dozen injured after an explosion at a factory in Yokkaichi city in Japan.
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Lean Lessons from Japan – Australian Industry Group Lean Japan Tour
In November, Shinka Management, in conjunction with the Australian Industry Group, conducted a lean manufacturing study tour of Japan. The tour provided Australian industry leaders with first-hand experience of world-class lean implementation in a country renowned for its productivity, quality and safety levels.
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Pressure on Toyota Australia as Australian sales drop
Toyota has repeated its claim that it will reveal by mid-year if it will continue manufacturing in Australia.
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Global manufacturing on the rise
Despite slowing growth in China, manufacturing activity is increasing globally at its fastest pace in nearly three years.
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The top 10 manufacturing stories from 2013
According to the popularity of stories on this website throughout the year, our attention was strongly drawn to 3D printing, factory closures and insolvencies, and the occasional bit of lighthearted news. And – no surprise in an election year – Manufacturers’ Monthly readers also came to us for policy news affecting the industry.
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To revive manufacturing, firms should be turning Japanese
To keep manufacturing strong, should we look to Japanese practices and corporate governance? Harald Conrad explains.
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AMWU: FTAs could hurt manufacturers, lead to expensive drugs
The AMWU has re-stated its opposition to the federal government’s eagerness for free trade agreements with the United States and several Asian nations.
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Japanese Toyota plant looks to alternatives to nuclear energy
A Toyota plant in the north-east of Japan has converted to gas and solar energy following the Fukushima nuclear accident, and producing 100,000 sedan vehicles a year.
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Japanese cooling systems manufacturer issues apology over “Fukuppy”
Osaka-based Fukushima Industries has commented on the unfortunate choice of name for its new Mascot, which has caused plenty of sniggers this week.
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Japanese freezer manufacturer introduces “Fukuppy”
Fukushima Industries, a Japanese maker of industrial freezers and water treatment systems, has unveiled its new mascot, Fukuppy.
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