Kiwi-founded SYOS Aerospace secures NZDF autonomous systems contract

Kiwi-founded defence technology company SYOS Aerospace has secured an agreement with the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) to supply a range of autonomous platforms and support services aimed at advancing the country’s uncrewed systems capability. The contract will see SYOS provide a portfolio of air, land and sea platforms while working alongside NZDF on aContinueContinue reading “Kiwi-founded SYOS Aerospace secures NZDF autonomous systems contract”

Seamless integration…

Mettler Toledo’s IND400 makes smart weighing ‘simple and secure’ The IND400 weighing indicators are designed to “revolutionise industrial weighing operations,” offering a powerful combination of advanced features and user-centric benefits. “At the heart of the IND400 is a simple graphic touchscreen display, which provides intuitive user experience and ensures secure data access. This modern interfaceContinueContinue reading “Seamless integration…”

SWB NZ combines local knowledge with global technology

SWB NZ supplies bearings and power transmission solutions to New Zealand industry, supported by an experienced local team and a nationwide support network. Backed by its manufacturers’ engineering resources, the company combines practical expertise with proven products to deliver reliable, real-world solutions. “Our approach is hands-on and collaborative, and that is what has positioned SWBContinueContinue reading “SWB NZ combines local knowledge with global technology”

Lifting efficiency and safety…

Stratalign delivers ‘smarter way’ to handle melamine sheets Stratalign regularly partners with New Zealand manufacturers to improve productivity, efficiency, and workplace safety. “A recent project involved Acorn Furniture, a well-established Motueka-based manufacturer. They are renowned for its sustainably sourced, high-quality timber furniture and we were tasked to optimise the handling of full melamine sheets withinContinueContinue reading “Lifting efficiency and safety…”

Supporting local…

ABB brings process instrumentation expertise to New Zealand industry ABB’s Measurement and Analytics division provides a wide range of instrumentation and technical support across New Zealand, covering both core process instrumentation and advanced analytical systems. While many in the sector may recognise ABB for its legacy MagMaster flowmeter platform, the company’s local team says theContinueContinue reading “Supporting local…”

Minerals Council calls for balanced planning reform

New planning and environmental legislation must create space for innovation if New Zealand is to deliver economic growth and long-term development, according to the New Zealand Minerals Council. Chief executive Josie Vidal says the proposed Planning Bill and Natural Environment Bill represent progress on a system that has been overly risk-averse when assessing projects, butContinueContinue reading “Minerals Council calls for balanced planning reform”

Babcock renews AUT partnership to uplift more women into STEM

Babcock Australasia has reaffirmed its commitment to inspiring the next generation of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), extending its partnership with Auckland University of Technology’s (AUT) Women in Tech programme for another three years. The partnership, established in 2022, was formed through a shared commitment to increase female representation in engineering andContinueContinue reading “Babcock renews AUT partnership to uplift more women into STEM”

Thirty-year roadmap sets infrastructure direction

The New Zealand Infrastructure Commission has released its National Infrastructure Plan, outlining what it describes as a practical and affordable pathway for delivering the infrastructure New Zealanders will rely on over the next 30 years. The Plan sets out 16 recommendations aimed at strengthening the foundations of the country’s infrastructure system, alongside 10 priority areasContinueContinue reading “Thirty-year roadmap sets infrastructure direction”

Cross-sector digital platform opens new supplier opportunities

A new cross-industry digital platform aimed at connecting New Zealand’s buyers and suppliers is set to launch in March, offering engineering and manufacturing suppliers an opportunity to extend their reach well beyond their traditional sectors. Industry Connect NZ (ICNZ) has been developed as a national, digital-only magazine designed to bridge four major industrial sectors: foodContinueContinue reading “Cross-sector digital platform opens new supplier opportunities”

Asia-Pacific battery manufacturing pipeline to mushroom to US$45.4 billion

The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region’s battery manufacturing construction pipeline is set to surge, with project values expected to reach US$45.4 billion in 2027, driven by rising electric vehicle (EV) demand and large-scale energy storage needs. Even as the current execution activity slows, a growing wave of planned projects signals strong long-term momentum. This trend, according to a releaseContinueContinue reading “Asia-Pacific battery manufacturing pipeline to mushroom to US$45.4 billion”