General Cable acquires majority interest in Procables
14 June, 2012 | Supplied by: General Cable AustraliaGeneral Cable Corporation has announced it will acquire a majority interest (60%) in Procables SA for $45 million. The Sredni Group will maintain a 40% interest in the business.
Carbon tax will increase small business power bills, says Business Chamber
14 June, 2012The IPART final determination for electricity prices confirmed that the carbon tax will increase electricity bills for small business, according to the NSW Business Chamber.
Engineers Australia welcomes report on infrastructure reform
14 June, 2012 | Supplied by: Engineers AustraliaEngineers Australia has urged the government to heed the recommendations of the Infrastructure Finance and Funding Reform report.
We will closely monitor the FWBC, says NECA
13 June, 2012The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) said it intends to closely monitor the new Fair Work Building and Construction (FWBC) agency’s effectiveness, expressing concern that the Australian Building and Construction Commission’s (ABCC’s) replacement will have reduced powers and may not be as effective in regulating the industry.
First Solar and AGL receive grant for mega solar project
12 June, 2012 | Supplied by: AGL Energy LimitedAGL Energy has selected First Solar as its project partner for two utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) power projects totalling 159 MW. The projects are supported by the Solar Flagships Program, which offers funding to support the construction of large-scale, grid-connected solar (PV and thermal) power stations.
Sydney Business Chamber welcomes NSW Budget
12 June, 2012The Sydney Business Chamber has welcomed the NSW Budget, saying it delivers key initiatives to reinstate Sydney as Australia’s leading city, through investment in transport infrastructure and a new approach to development.
PEI-Genesis wins Amphenol Global Excellence Award
12 June, 2012 | Supplied by: Amphenol Australia Pty LtdPEI-Genesis has received two performance awards from Amphenol Corporation for 2011: the Global Excellence Award and the North American Excellence Award.
Recognition from managers key to retaining employees, study shows
12 June, 2012Managers, pay attention: 77% of employees would consider leaving their current jobs based on a lack of positive recognition for their work, according to the latest RedBalloon Reward and Recognition Survey.
Clipsal iCat Android app
09 June, 2012 | Supplied by: Clipsal Australia Pty LtdClipsal has now released an Android version of the iCat app, an iPhone and iPad version of Clipsal’s Australian Trade Product Guide. Designed for the tradesperson on the move, iCat features all of the information from Clipsal’s Australian Trade Product Guide.
Honeywell acquires INNCOM
08 June, 2012 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process SolutionsHoneywell has acquired INNCOM, a manufacturer of advanced software-based energy management solutions and in-room controls for lodging, healthcare and educational institutions.
Modular wiring company opens Melbourne office
08 June, 2012 | Supplied by: Apex Wiring Solutions Australia Pty LtdApex Wiring Solutions has opened its first Australian office in Melbourne. The company says the investment is a result of growing demand for preassembled modular power and lighting systems around the world.
New cabling training requirements
07 June, 2012 | Supplied by: Australian Communications and Media AuthorityThe regulatory requirements for cabling providers who install specialised cabling within customer premises have been amended by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA). The new competency requirements will apply from 1 July 2012.
Government funding will support local manufacturing jobs, says AMWU
07 June, 2012The Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU) has praised the federal government’s announcement that it will help communities and families buy energy-efficient hot water systems and household goods, saying it will support local cleantech manufacturing jobs.
The top five characteristics of a good employer
07 June, 2012 by Alice RichardAon Hewitt has announced its 2012 Best Employers in Australia and New Zealand survey results. The company also outlines the five characteristics that distinguish a ‘best employer’ from the pack.
AuSES calls for conference papers
04 June, 2012The Australian Solar Energy Society (AuSES) is calling for papers for its 50th annual conference at the Swinburne University of Technology, Hawthorn Campus on 6 and 7 December 2012.
