DroneShield Selected for LAND 156 LoE 3 Panel
DroneShield Limited has been selected as a supplier for the Australian Department of Defence’s (Defence) Project LAND 156’s Line of Effort 3, which supports the Defence’s strategy to address evolving threats posed by small drones in domestic security. The selection relates to Line of Effort 3, establishing a Counter-small Unmanned […]
Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre adds thousands of jobs to the economy
The Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) marks its second decade of operations, celebrating ten years of industry led impact that has helped transform Australian manufacturing through commercialisation, collaboration, and global competitiveness. Since its establishment, AMGC has supported 170 co-invested projects involving more than 500 collaborators across industry and research institutions. […]
World automatic entry leader Gilgen Door Systems AG boosts Australian design and construction choices with brand expansion
A world leader in precision engineered, aesthetically attractive, and functionally innovative automatic entry systems, Gilgen Door Systems AG, is expanding its brand and range in Australia with its rebranding of Access Entry Automatic Door Solutions . The Swiss company has negotiated a majority shareholding in Access Entry, which will rebrand […]
From efficiency to resilience: Supply chains in an uncertain world
Rick Kroon, Argon & Co, Europe For decades, supply chains were designed primarily around cost and efficiency. Globalisation, lean inventories, and just-in-time production enabled companies to operate at minimal margins. Yet the disruptions of recent years, from the COVID-19 pandemic to geopolitical tensions, extreme weather, and raw-material shortages, has exposed […]
Slimline pneumatics streamline heat exchanger maintenance while curtailing machinery damage and safety hazards
Industrial heat exchanger mechanisms are subject to pressure and temperature variations, requiring scheduled maintenance to maintain operational and energy efficiency. Using slim and powerful heavy duty pneumatic cushions instead of bulky high-force metal tools can minimise the risk of machinery damage – and maximise maintenance safety – during lifting, shifting, […]
Defence Trailblazer fast-tracking new technologies to help Defence and Industry transition to clean energy
Defence Trailblazer is actively working with industry partners in support of the Australian Government transition to Net Zero, funding a range of projects to develop emissions-reducing technologies to accelerate Defence’s transition to clean energy set out in the Defence Future Energy Strategy. The projects will also bolster the advanced manufacturing […]
InfraBuild powers up steel furnace productivity and reliability with ABB’s advanced circuit breaker upgrade
Project by project, a steelmaker modernises its melt shop, ultimately replacing its aged electric arc furnace transformer with a dedicated circuit breaker to ensure reliable power supply When Australian steelmaker InfraBuild needed two new circuit breakers to provide backup for its main electric arc furnace, ABB had the solution […]
Celebrating 30 years – Camco Engineering continues to expand
First established in 1995, Camco Engineering now employs some 550 personnel in four Western Australian locations close to its customers and the company continues to expand with operations nationwide and into export markets. With Head Office located in Canning Vale and engineering facilities also in Belmont, Welshpool and Karratha WA, […]
DroneShield secures $49.6M European military contract
DroneShield has received a contract totalling $49.6m for a European end-customer. A significant portion of this hardware is on-the-shelf with deliveries and payments expected to be completed in Q1 202. DroneShield Limited has received a contract for $49.6 million from an in-region European reseller that is contractually required to distribute […]
Time is money: Why digitising attendance tracking is critical for logistics providers
By Damien Durston, head of people management solutions at OneAdvanced ANZ In logistics, time truly is money. Every minute lost to inefficiency or inaccuracy impacts delivery schedules, margins and customer satisfaction. Yet, many logistics providers still depend on manual or outdated systems to monitor employee attendance. Manual processes might seem manageable, but they carry a chain of risks that […]
Australia’s national AI plan has just been released. Who exactly will benefit?
Jake Goldenfein, Senior Lecturer, Law and Technology, The University of Melbourne. Christine Parker, Professor of Law, The University of Melbourne, Kimberlee Weatherall, Professor of Law, University of Sydney. The Labor government has released the long-awaited National AI Plan, “a whole-of-government framework that ensures technology works for people, not the other way […]
Reflections on 2025
Matthew Addley, Senior Director of Product and Industry Market Strategy, Infor Reflecting on 2025 have there been any key industry developments that surprised you or perhaps met your expectations? This year delivered a few unexpected turns for manufacturers. Evolving regulations and increasing market pressures prompted organisations to overhaul the […]
DroneShield Selected for LAND 156 LoE 3 Panel
DroneShield Limited has been selected as a supplier for the Australian Department of Defence’s (Defence) Project LAND 156’s Line of Effort 3, which supports the Defence’s strategy to address evolving threats posed by small drones in domestic security. The selection relates to Line of Effort 3, establishing a Counter-small Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-sUAS) Services Standing Offer Panel (Panel). DroneShield’s selection as a Category 2 CsUAS solutions provider on the Panel allows for Defence to procure hardware, software, Command-and-Control software (C2), and all associated support services under a Capability as a Service (CaaS) model. DroneShield is one of a number of parties selected as a provider on the Panel. The Panel is available for Defence as a means of engaging domestic site planning and support services. Selection on the Panel does not guarantee contracts. Under the Panel, each of Defence’s base, or groups of bases, will be assessed and tendered by their appropriate authorities with specific requirements. This arrangement enables Defence to procure counter-drone solutions for Defence and other Whole of Government sites as a service after suitable assessment, streamlining contract opportunities and accelerating deployment timelines. As noted by the Australian Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Pat Conroy MP, the Australian Government has set aside $1.3 billion for the acquisition of counter-drone capabilities over the next 10 years, highlighting the strategic importance of this domain and of Project LAND 156. Oleg Vornik, Chief Executive of DroneShield said, “We welcome the opportunity to support Defence through this Panel arrangement and stand ready to deliver battle-proven, software-defined C-sUAS solutions.” AIRCDRE (Ret’d) Terry Van Haren DSM, Vice President Strategy of DroneShield said, “The growing threat from small drones demands practical, tested solutions to safeguard Defence bases and critical assets. We encourage Government and Defence stakeholders to take advantage of this Panel arrangement to […]