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The Long and Slow Road - PMI - 46.9 - New Zealand’s manufacturing sector continued to show higher levels of activity for September, although remained in contraction, according to the latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI).
Strategically preparing Aotearoa, New Zealand's manufacturing, engineering, and logistics industries for future success by addressing diverse workforce needs, emerging trends and technologies, regional needs, skills gaps, and sector-specific challenges.
AMA is inviting manufacturers to join us for an exclusive tour of Sistema Plastics Oct 16 & Nov 13. Experience Industry 4.0 technologies and automation in action!
On a recent visit to Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, AMA CEO Catherine Lye met with Desh Edirisuriya, General Manager – New Zealand Operations. They discussed everything from people to plant productivity and going above and beyond world class best practice to do something different, something better.
Incremental Improvement - PMI 45.8 - New Zealand’s manufacturing sector showed further signs of improvement during August, although still in contraction, according to the latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI).
Thank you to everyone who has engaged over the last six weeks to ensure that your voice is heard by the Government. Read the AMA and Hanga Aro Rau submissions here
Stopping the Rot - PMI 44.0 - Activity in New Zealand’s manufacturing sector showed some small signs of improvement, although still in contraction, according to the latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI).
There is no silver bullet to solve New Zealand's economic challenges, but gold nuggets are scattered everywhere.
This week Advanced Manufacturing Aotearoa attended the report launch and unveiling of the updated Climate Action Toolbox. Both initiatives aim to help the manufacturing sector reduce its greenhouse gas emissions.
Freefall - PMI 41.1 - Activity in New Zealand’s manufacturing sector dropped to its third lowest value for a non-COVID lockdown month.
AMA are surveying the manufacturing sector to collect and present comprehensive evidential data to support our advocacy for solutions to the challenges arising from the recent changes in immigration settings. Our goal is to provide the Minister with detailed, data-driven real-time insights that highlight the critical areas affected and propose actionable solutions
Des Pitfield from Lower Hutt manufacturer Datum Machines - Our stand was the result of 11 months of design and prototyping.
Lack of Orders - PMI 47.2 - Activity in New Zealand’s manufacturing sector experienced a drop in May
It is clear that the allocation for manufacturing is significantly less than what the sector needs, though this is not surprising for the immediate 12-month horizon. The key factor will be the Minister's decisions regarding the long-term strategy, and we are confident that through AMA’s established connections with MPAG, we will continue to play a vital role in this process…
Having arrived late to the viewing of the latest Netflix series, “Drive to Survive,” I couldn’t help but notice the striking parallels between Formula One and our manufacturing/engineering industry.
How can Industry 4.0 technologies help Aotearoa’s manufacturers to work smarter, not harder, and is there a flow-on benefit for the way people view engineers
Catherine Lye attended the grand opening ceremony of SnapCore’s new advanced manufacturing facility in Nelson on the 13th May 2024. The Honourable Shane Jones, Minister of Regional Development and Oceans and Fisheries presided over the ceremony, and it was attended by well over 100 friends, family, iwi, business leaders, local & central government officials, investors. It was incredibly fulfilling, rewarding, and inspiring for all who have played a key role in SnapCore’s transition into a global hitter.
Featuring hundreds of events nationwide and engaging thousands of Kiwi across the motu. Techweek drives the national conversation about the value and impact of emerging technology upon the lives of New Zealanders.
Auckland Business Chamber, Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce and their many partners around Aotearoa. The team would like to appeal to Manufacturers to get involved - find out more
To and Fro - PMI 48.9 - Activity in New Zealand’s manufacturing sector experienced a pick up during April,
AMA board member Phill Patton asked his Datacom colleagues Tracey Cotter-Martin & Dave Ffowcs-Williams to share insights on the opportunities AI holds for manufacturing in New Zealand – and some advice for organisations getting started.
NZQA has just approved a new micro-credential for Digital Systems for Productivity Improvement in Manufacturing
Activity in New Zealand’s manufacturing sector experienced stronger contraction during March, according to the latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI). The seasonally...
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology and innovation, the NZ Product Accelerator (NZPA) aims to supercharge the research and development processes of local companies.
A HUGE round of applause for the amazing NZ Hi-Tech Award Finalists with a particular spotlight and shoutout to New Zealand’s ‘manufacturing’ finalists demonstrating excellence across the technology sector!
After the success of the 2023 Manufacturing Industry Conference hosted by MAKE│NZ and SouthMach, we’re bringing the conference north to Auckland for EMEX 2024. Join us on Wednesday May 29th 2024 at 10am to 5:30pm
Business East Tamaki staged an unforgettable evening filled with recognition, inspiration and a lot of fun on the 20th March! Congratulations to the finalists in the 'excellence in industry & manufacturing' category and winner Leanne's Kitchen.
The premier event celebrating manufacturing & engineering businesses across Otago & Southland scheduled for Thurs 18th April
Manufacturing is critical to the New Zealand economy, underpinning over half of our exports and employing around 250,000 people. As New Zealand’s first ever Minister for Manufacturing, Andrew Bayly, has hosted two workshops to improve the sector and encourage growth, which will ultimately make sure our economy is firing on all cylinders.
The Industry 4.0 Demonstration Network is a Government initiative to help New Zealand businesses realise the benefits of a range of digital technologies that will enhance manufacturing performance, output, monitoring and control.
This provides a prime opportunity for banks to play their part in driving productivity growth by supporting businesses with financial investment in technology, innovation and developing export markets.Take out business lending to increase productivity by 30 June, and you could be eligible for your share of $5 million worth of Productivity Grants.
Activity in New Zealand’s manufacturing sector continued to show improvement in February, but still remained in contraction, according to the latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI).
The latest bi-monthly ImmigrationNZ Roundup, with a summary of policy changes in January & February - plus the usual key links and recent stats
It’s time to hit fast forward: Spark study finds a 20% uplift in advanced digital technologies could boost productivity and increase industry output by up to $26 billion in the next decade
Westpac released their new insights report today, "Manufacturing in New Zealand - Connecting for prosperity".
"Larger firms here are investing in smart technologies, although that typically focuses on getting greater efficiencies out of existing operating models. But that's very different from using digital technologies to enable transformative change." - Westpac NZ Industry Economist, Paul Clark
New Zealand has a strong manufacturing sector, but it could be better, stronger, more productive. Technology is a key enabler.
Catherine Lye interviews AMA Board member Glenn Hansen Group CFO, Vortex Engineering Group
Join us for an exciting in-person event - the Accelerating Manufacturing Innovation hosted by New Zealand Product Accelerator and University of Waikato!
Advanced Manufacturing for SMB: the path to smarter, modern & better operations
Advanced Manufacturing Aotearoa (AMA) applauds the appointment of Andrew Bayly as Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing, and Minister of Statistics.
National’s Manufacturing spokesman Andrew Bayly aims to have a Minister of Manufacturing in the new Government.
The Technology Investment Network’s (TIN) inaugural NZ Advanced Manufacturing report is now available.
We need a government that’s clever enough to put policy in place that supports companies shifting from identifying high value innovation, to making it. It’s not rocket science. Or is it?
Catherine Lye is the first Chief Executive of Advanced Manufacturing Aotearoa. She has a deep knowledge of the ITP and understanding of issues faced by the sector.
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