Archived News for Engineering Professionals
Australia plans to fast-track the enhancement of its naval fleet to counter China's military expansion, a new review suggests.
AI boss seeks $7 trillion
The CEO of OpenAI is in discussions to raise US$7 trillion to transform the global computer chip industry.
Locals linked to low satellites
Telstra is swapping traditional satellite connections for advanced low earth orbit satellites (LEOsats) across more than 300 sites.
Senate hears ADF issues
Australia's Defence Force is under strain from recruitment shortfalls and project delays.
Mine impacts unknown
New research has found that impacts for half the world’s mines are undocumented.
New case could shake native title
A looming legal battle could have implications for native title claims across Australia.
Crime links in offshore contracts
Companies behind Australia's offshore detention regime have been implicated in a web of suspected criminal dealings.
Setka sets retirement time
John Setka, the Victorian secretary of the CFMEU, says he will retire within the next six months.
CEFC backs supply and storage
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) is increasing its investments in wind and battery power.
Power figures listed
Analysts have compiled a list of the most influential forces in Australia’s energy arena.
New record for chip tech
Australian researchers have set a new standard of precision for making quantum computer chips.
Lab-grown tumours offer options
Australian researchers have developed a method to grow tumours in the laboratory.
New hydrogen hub outlined
The Federal Government has made funds available for a new ‘hydrogen hub’ in north Queensland.
Boeing issues mount
Former employees say production defects in Boeing planes have been systematically ignored.
Dust issues hit WA town
Residents of Port Hedland, a key industrial town in northern Western Australia, are facing an unprecedented dust crisis.
Fuel rules to drive change
The Federal Government has announced the introduction of a New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES).
Miners still in Myanmar
On the third anniversary of Myanmar's military coup, Australia has announced new sanctions.
Rail plan backed
An $80 million federal pledge has been made for the business case behind the Sydney-Newcastle high-speed rail line.