It’s time to weigh the cost and benefits when it comes to the car industry

Carmaker Holden will receive a $275 million government package, in return for committing to stay in Australia until 2022 and promising it will invest $1 billion.

Sluggish outlook for manufacturing and retail continues

Further pressure will fall on Australian manufacturers with retail spending expected to be moderate over the next quarter, according to the fifth Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC)/CHEP…

NMW 2012 conference to address ‘big issues’ in manufacturing

The one-day NMW 2012 Conference (Wednesday, May 9) will be a star event at this year’s National Manufacturing Week (co-located with Austech and held May 8-11, Sydney Showground – Sydney Olympic…

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Doubts on car parts future

The recent receivership of APV Automotive Components and CMI’s factory lock-out due to unpaid rent has highlighted the uncertain future of the automotive parts industry in Australia and the need to adapt to the new economic climate.

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Boeing boss answers the question: “Why manufacture in Australia?”

Australia is not a cheap place to manufacture, as Boeing Aerostructures Australia managing director John Duddy said in a speech at the recent National Manufacturing Week (NMW) Conference. This prompted a question from the floor: “Why then, do you continue manufacturing in Australia?"

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Widening gap between two-speed economy: manufacturers concerned
Almost 73% of Australian workers in the manufacturing, mining and construction sectors have expressed concern about the widening gap between...
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Konecranes establish new office and workshop facility in Melbourne
Crane manufacturing and servicing company, Konecranes, has opened a new facility in Sunshine West, Melbourne.
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AUSPACK PLUS 2013 attracts exhibitors
With 52 weeks remaining until the exhibition commences, AUSPACK PLUS 2013 event organisers have already sold 50% or 3200sqm of...
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