An ENG – ICN major projects briefing was held on the 24th of August 2021 detailing opportunities for work and key information. Presentations included opportunities available in the following projects: Prison Infill – Hansen Yuncken Hanwha Defence Australia – Plant Build...
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Members updated on major projects opportunities
Read MoreGeelong firm’s lighter wheels ease EV “range anxiety”
Read MoreA unique one-piece carbon fibre wheel produced by Geelong-based Carbon Revolution can extend the range of electric vehicles by more than 5%. The innovative wheels are unmatched globally and the local firm counts some of the fastest street cars and...
GMC Board Announces New CEO
Read MoreThe Geelong Manufacturing Council Board today announced it has appointed advanced manufacturing advocate, Jennifer Conley, as CEO of the GMC, effective from 1 September. “The Board is thrilled to welcome Jennifer to lead our vibrant membership and to help foster...
GMC CEO David Peart Stands Down
Read MoreGeelong Manufacturing Council (GMC) CEO, David Peart has advised the GMC Board that he has decided to step down from his role as CEO. David leaves GMC in a strong position, with growing membership and recently released five-year strategy. Lyn...
2020 Annual General Meeting
Read MoreThe Geelong Manufacturing Council held its Annual General Meeting via live webinar on the morning of Wednesday, November 25. The meeting was attended by 50 members and guests who were presented with a summary of the work carried out by...
Geelong Defence Based Manufacturing Deal
Read MoreThe Geelong Manufacturing Council is very pleased to be advised of the Australian Government’s positive announcement on September 3 that the Request for Tender to build and maintain 30 self-propelled howitzers and 15 armoured ammunition resupply vehicles and their supporting...
GMC Chair, Lyn George, Receives OAM
Read MoreCongratulations to GMC Chair, Lyn George on being awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia in this week’s Queen’s Birthday Honours. Lyn, who is Director at Geelong engineering business Austeng, received the medal in recognition of her service to...
2020 Geelong Business Excellence Awards
Read MoreThe Geelong Business Excellence Awards has announced its awards presentation evening will transform into an exciting virtual experience in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Geelong Business Excellence Awards is designed to recognise and celebrate our region’s clever, creative...
Manufacturers to lead the way out of economic crisis
Read MoreFaced with a disrupted global supply chain, Australian manufacturers have responded quickly to address shortages of medical equipment and the materials to make them, says the Geelong Advertiser (Monday, May 11, 2020). This response can be seen in Geelong’s manufacturers...
Local Firms’ Virus Fight
Read MoreLocal firms’ virus fight: Product development ramped up From The Geelong Advertiser, Monday April 6, 2020 Geelong manufacturers have been trying to develop a range of urgently required products including in-demand medical equipment to help combat the COVID-19 pandemic. After...