Tag: Jens Goennemann

Industry-led research is key to improved economic outcomes

Posted on   |  by James Riley
In its short history, Australia has built a proud tradition of research excellence across our institutions. In mainstream commentary we tell ourselves that in research, we “punch above our...

R&D tax incentive is ‘counterintuitive to innovation’

Posted on   |  by Joseph Brookes
The government’s research and development tax incentive is “counterintuitive” to innovation because it fails to focus work into Australia’s areas of strength and provides support only after the work...

Commercialisation boost for advanced manufacturers

Posted on   |  by James Riley
An electric motorcycle builder and a company that uses a seaweed oil extract as a feed additive to reduce livestock methane emissions are two of the latest recipients of...

Mixed reception as PM splits Industry responsibilities

Posted on   |  by James Riley
The Prime Minister’s decision to split responsibility for Christian Porter’s former Industry, Science and Technology portfolio between two existing cabinet ministers has been given a broadly positive reception from...

$30m in commercial grants for manufacturing

Posted on   |  by Joseph Brookes
Grants of up to $1 million are now available for Australian manufacturers looking to commercialise new manufacturing products and processes, through a new $30 million fund. Industry Minister Karen...

Manufacturing is a capability, not a sector

Posted on   |  by Dr Jens Goennemann
The assertion by The Australian newspaper for it to be ‘too late to save manufacturing’ is grounded in a lack of understanding. First, in what is manufacturing. Second, in...

Summer Reading Bonanza 2019

Posted on   |  by James Riley
Ho Ho Ho merry readers and welcome to your ultimate guide to summer reading. It’s bloody hot outside Australia! So keep yourselves well hydrated – I recommend mango daiquiris...