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”
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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”
Jungheinrich launches ‘AntOn by Jungheinrich’ in Asia-Pacific
Jungheinrich has launched its value-focused material handling brand, AntOn by Jungheinrich, across Asia-Pacific, positioning the range for businesses seeking straightforward and cost-effective solutions for everyday operations. According to the company, AntOn by Jungheinrich is designed to deliver reliability supported by German safety standards and testing expertise. Across the region, sustainability programmes and fleet modernisation initiativesContinueContinue reading “Jungheinrich launches ‘AntOn by Jungheinrich’ in Asia-Pacific”
Assessing the options for electrifying industrial heating
Industrial heat demand accounts for more than 20% of global energy consumption, making it one of the most important and challenging areas to address in the transition to net zero. As Matt Hale, global key account director at HRS Heat Exchangers, explains, “the decarbonisation of industrial heat is essential to meet net-zero targets,” and electrificationContinueContinue reading “Assessing the options for electrifying industrial heating”
Rethink tooling costs, the rise of payment per part
Picture this: You’re producing components in repeated batches. But instead of managing tool sourcing, logistics and performance issues, you focus solely on delivery. No worries about restocking, no concerns over quality and no last minute panic that you’ve ran out of tools to complete the job. Manufacturers today cannot afford to be weighed down withContinueContinue reading “Rethink tooling costs, the rise of payment per part”
Aveva unveils new artificial intelligence solution
Aveva, described as “a global leader in industrial software, driving digital transformation and sustainability,” is launching the first wave of its “cutting-edge, artificial intelligence tools for engineering and design”, to empower users of Eveva Unified Engineering. The new AI tools include an industrial AI assistant which can interrogate and assist with project engineering work, as well as capturing and propagatingContinueContinue reading “Aveva unveils new artificial intelligence solution”
New Skills Board to reset standards
The Manufacturing and Engineering Industry Skills Board is now up and running. “Aotearoa New Zealand depends on a vocational education system which delivers real skills, opportunities, and outcomes for learners, employers, and communities, the Board said to Xpress Engineering. “As the new standard-setting body for the manufacturing and engineering sectors, the team will work alongsideContinueContinue reading “New Skills Board to reset standards”
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