Advancing Manufacturing Aotearoa represents manufacturing businesses across New Zealand.

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We exist to help New Zealand’s manufacturing sector realise its full potential—by bridging gaps across the ecosystem, sparking collaboration, and connecting the right people and programmes at the right time. While we advocate for sector success, our purpose is grounded in support, not politics.

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Recognising the Best in Kiwi Manufacturing – Minister for Manufacturing Awards

Entries open 23 February. This month we spotlight Apprentice of the Year and Excellence in Process Innovation Award Categories

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Two exceptional young New Zealand robotics teams heading to World Competition in Houston

Call to action to support these young masterminds at the World Competition, match with $1000

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Wrapping up an awesome week at Ignite Engineering Camp

Shining a Light on the “Invisible” Manufacturing Sector at the IGNITE Engineering Camp for Year 10-13

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