Geelong’s Dr James Mullins has been recognised for his significant service to science and to the community in the King’s Birthday Honours, with an appointment as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM). Dr Mullins is a founder and...
Monthly Archive: June 2024
Significant service to science and to the community recognised
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SNF completes $18 million Lara plant upgrade
Read MoreSNF Australia has significantly expanded capacity at its polyacrylamide manufacturing plant at Lara. Phil McColl, who took the CEO role in April, says the construction and commissioning of the plant has just been completed at a cost of around $18...
Smoothing migration hurdles for manufacturers
Read MoreFinding employees with the right technical skills is becoming increasingly difficult for manufacturers in Geelong and the region. While bringing in skilled workers from overseas can help fill gaps, the process for obtaining work visas for foreign employees is complex,...
GMC Connect: Fostering Collaboration and Innovation
Read MoreGeelong Manufacturing Council’s recent GMC Connect proved to be a beacon for organisations interested in collaboration and innovation, with over 60 people attending the Manufutures hosted event. The event showcased a diverse array of state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering organisations, and...