New NSW policy sets three manufacturing targets
The state’s first NSW Industry Policy has been released by the State Government to boost the economy by setting three new Local Manufacturing targets.
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The significance of an ERP in the manufacturing industry
A healthy economy requires a productive and competitive manufacturing sector. The benefits of local manufacturing extend beyond the (significant) economic gains. A thriving Australian manufacturing industry also boosts our national development and resilience.
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Calls for government to prioritise local manufacturing
Weld Australia has called for urgent action, saying the Australian Government is prioritising international trade relations over support for the local manufacturing sector.
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Skills are key to securing local content
Manufacturers’ Monthly speaks with South East Melbourne Manufacturers Alliance CEO Vonda Fenwick about the government’s approach to local content and the skills challenge facing Australian manufacturing.
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Local manufacturing celebrated at Hall of Fame Awards
The Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards has celebrated its 20th anniversary with a “Made in Victoria” theme, highlighting the importance of local manufacturing. The winners were announced at the Gala Dinner on 26 July at the Palladium at Crown.
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Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame nominations are open
Home grown manufacturers are being encouraged to nominate for the Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards. Nominations are now open.
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Next Generation Tram Project boosts local manufacturing
The largest investment in locally made trams in Australian history has been made, as Bombardier Transportation Australia is awarded a $1.85 billion contract under the Victorian government’s Next Generation Trams Project to build 100 trams in the state.
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Laminex Australia brings local manufacturing back
Manufacturers’ Monthly throws a spotlight on Laminex Australia’s very first manufacturing plant and how it made a monumental change to secure future success for the company, in a chat with their general manager of Operations, Graham Andrew.
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Investing in the future of Australian steel
The Morrison Government is investing $55.4 million to shore up the supply of Australian steel to support renewable energy projects and the local Defence sector.
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Manufacturing Hubs Grants Program applications are now open
Manufacturers in Mackay can now receive support from the Queensland government through a new round of applications for the Manufacturing Hubs Grants Program (MHGP).
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Snowy 2.0 locally produces segments for Snowy Hydro project
Snowy Hydro has launched its new Snowy 2.0 precast factory in Cooma, New South Wales, where 130,000 concrete segments are being produced locally to line the tunnels for the Southern Hemisphere’s largest pumped-hydro project.
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SoftIron to launch computer manufacturing facility in Sydney
SoftIron Pty Ltd., a computer hardware manufacturer, will open a new manufacturing facility in Sydney with commissioning to begin in October, ready for early 2022.
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ABS figures show strong rise in number of manufacturing jobs
More than 91,000 manufacturing jobs have been created in the last three months, supported by the federal government’s investments to transform local manufacturing.
ABS Labour Force figures show there
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New $7.5 million fund for NT manufacturers
The Northern Territory state government has partnered with the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) to open applications for the $7.5 million Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystem Fund (AMEF).
The AMEF delivers
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Battery manufacturing stalwart announces multi-million dollar upgrade
Australia’s oldest battery manufacturer Century Batteries has announced a multi-million dollar upgrade of its factory equipment and expansion of its research and development team.
The investment
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Australian Made’s strong call to Australians to support local manufacturers
Australian Made is driving strong support for Australian manufacturers and growers, as they continue to lead the way in Australia’s recovery from COVID-19.
‘It’s never been more important to buy
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Schneider Electric to produce Main DC Switchboards for subs
The contract for the procurement of Main Direct Current (DC) Switchboards for the Future Submarine Program has been signed by Naval Group and Schneider Electric France.
Although the contract signatory
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Interactive design process to ensure local content in new trams, trains
The Victorian government has begun an interactive design process with local manufacturers to develop its next order of trains and trams.
Currently, manufacturers are invited to develop proposals and participate
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290 buses to be built in SA over next decade
Scania Australia will build 340 buses over 10 years for the Metropolitan Adelaide Bus Network.
Local bus manufacturer Precision Buses will produce the majority of the buses in Edinburgh, with 29 of the
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Quality and innovation keeps chain manufacturing on shore
Local chain manufacturing and distribution of hoists depends on unique solutions and ongoing investment. Manufacturers’ Monthly reports.
With 95 years of heritage in producing
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