Universal Biosensors adds new test to its Sentia wine platform Diagnostic test systems manufacturer Universal Biosensors has widened the scope of its Sentia test system for winemaking with the addition of a sixth product – a test for Titratable Acidity. This acidity measurement is tested by winemakers continuously throughout the year, and is one of…
By Peter Roberts As widely leaked to the media, an independent analysis of Australia’s defence outlook has recommended cancellation and downsizing of a number of Army acquisition programmes in favour of long range strike capabilities and the creation of a Navy equipped with a nuclear powered submarine fleet and the ability to deny the maritime…
VALO makes Best Places to Work list South Australian-based lighting business VALO has been ranked fourth in the Manufacturing & Consumer Goods category for the 2023 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work List. The list is based on a staff survey and a written submission relating to policies, practices and programs. VALO said in a…
Nanosatellite company Fleet Space Technologies has been awarded a$6.4 million contract with Australia’s new Defence Space Command agency to develop and demonstrate a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite communications system “focused on tactical communications and data transmission where connectivity is limited.” The contract is the first in defence for Fleet, which manufactures satellites for industrial…
Anteris to develop new heart valve ASX-listed Anteris Technologies has announced that it has entered an agreement with v2vmedtech to partner with physicians to develop a heart valve repair device for minimally invasive treatment of mitral and tricuspid valve regurgitation, The condition — also known as a leaky valve – represents a market expected to…
Queensland’s ARM Hub turns three years old Queensland’s Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM Hub) is celebrating its third anniversary this week with celebrations including cake and a string quartet. Assistant Minister from Manufacturing Senator Tim Ayres will highlight the government’s $15 billion National Reconstruction Fund, while Linda Dobe, a/Deputy Director in Manufacturing, Queensland state government,…
AI-based inertial navigation technology company Advanced Navigation has unveiled Australia’s largest subsea robotics centre in Balcatta, Western Australia, incorporating high tech manufacturing and R&D facilities on a 5.5 acre site. The new facility (pictured) will accelerate the production of the company’s revolutionary subsea technologies, including autonomous underwater robot Hydrus, and the growth of its underwater…
The nation’s science agency, CSIRO, is welcoming SME businesses focussing on cybersecurity and digital technologies to apply for its free, ten-week Innovate to Grow program. According to a statement on Monday, the online program will connect between 20 and 25 successful applicants with “knowledge, resources and mentors to advance their project or ideas” with possible…
Wellnex Life on track to meet earnings guidance Healthcare manufacturer Wellnex Life is on track to meet its full year revenue guidance of $29 million for FY23, a rise of 55 percent on the previous corresponding period, according to a company update. The company said it had achieved higher margins from its wholly-owned brands as…
One of the world’s largest spirit producers has partnered with Queensland manufacturer Products for Industry to adopt the company’s small bore thin walled titanium membranes to replace existing filtration systems, initially for whiskey. The company has also received its first orders from one of the worlds largest snackfood companies for systems to improve the quality…