Industry News
JBS Australia & SEE shortlisted for packaging award
JBS Australia & SEE have been shortlisted in the WorldStar Packaging special award category — Sustainability. [ + ]
The future of robotics inspired by nature
Researchers have shared a novel hybrid-driven origami gripper, designed to grasp and manipulate objects with versatility and precision. [ + ]
House Standing Committee to hear from spirit industry
The House Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Resources will hear from peak industry bodies from the spirit and craft distilling sector this week. [ + ]
Plant-based fork for Maggi noodles
Nestlé has introduced a limited-edition plant-based fork as a packaging accessory for its Maggi cup noodles in India. [ + ]
Govt funds 'AI Adopt Centre' to help Aussie SME manufacturers
Funding announced for provider of AI ARM Hub to provide manufacturing SMEs a tangible pathway to adopting AI for processes. [ + ]
JBS Australia's Scone bioenergy system in operation
Meat and food processor JBS Australia (JBS) has completed the construction of a bioenergy system at its Scone processing plant. [ + ]
Market research: Aussie beverages continue growth path
Australian beverages continue to grow within the SMB manufacturing sector, according to new figures released by Unleashed. [ + ]
Robotics Strategy aims to help Aus manufacturing industry
According to the Minister for Industry and Science, The Hon Ed Husic MP, around the world, countries are investing in revitalising their manufacturing base. [ + ]
Plant molecular farming: creating 'moo-free' cheese
Plant molecular farming could deliver a way to produce scalable, animal-free cheese that mimics the real thing. [ + ]
Collab and connect: Ferrero releases sustainability report
The Ferrero Group has released its 15th Sustainability Report for the 2022/23 financial year. [ + ]
TMX appoints new COO
Global supply chain consultancy TMX Transform has appointed Tristan Butt as Chief Operating Officer. [ + ]
The Natural Confectionery Co introduces lollies with less sugar
Mondelēz Australia, the parent company of The Natural Confectionery Co., has developed a '50% Less Sugar' lollies range. [ + ]
Grocery Code of Conduct Reviewer to speak at Hort Connections
Hort Connections 2023 will feature a range of speakers including Independent Reviewer Dr Craig Emerson and Investment Banker David Williams. [ + ]
Inghams launches its Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan
As Aussies commemorate National Reconciliation Week, Inghams has launched its Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan. [ + ]
Aussie fruit and vegetable producers to meet international buyers
International fruit and vegetable buyers from key export markets land in Australia this week to meet local growers as part of the 2024 Reverse Trade Mission delivered by AUSVEG. [ + ]