Latest Automation News

Verbrec Limited is streamlining its business by selling its Competency Training division for $11.5 million and acquiring Alliance Automation for $5.5 million, significantly boosting its digital and automation capabilities.

Verbrec Limited has agreed to acquire Alliance Automation for $5.5 million, significantly expanding its automation and digital capabilities while adding over $60 million in annual revenue.

FBR Limited has inked a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with Fraser Lyne Constructions for the sale of a Hadrian® bricklaying robot unit valued at A$7.8 million, aiming to tackle New South Wales' housing shortage with advanced automation.

Goodman Group reports robust progress in Q1 FY26 with a $12.4 billion development pipeline dominated by data centres, reaffirming a 9% operating EPS growth forecast. The group is advancing logistics automation and expanding data centre capacity across key global markets.

Activeport Group has formed a strategic partnership with Clarity Global to integrate advanced OSS/BSS software into its network orchestration platform, aiming to accelerate automation and revenue growth in the booming $60 billion telecom software sector.

Aquirian Limited has completed a strategic review of its Wubin Energetics Precinct and entered a framework agreement with Hongda Civil Blasting Group to establish a joint venture for an automated electronic detonator facility in Western Australia.

FBR Limited unveiled its new DST-enabled Mantis welding robot targeting heavy fabrication sectors while completing key milestones on its Hadrian bricklaying technology and securing a $22 million financing package.

Pointerra Limited reported a stronger Q1 FY26 with nearly A$2 million in customer receipts and advancing AI-powered digital twin solutions across key sectors, setting the stage for improved cash flow and expanded market presence.

DTI Group secures a major $2 million contract with Rio Tinto for autonomous locomotive tech and re-enters the European market through a new agreement with CAF.

Provaris Energy has advanced its hydrogen and carbon dioxide storage technologies through strategic partnerships and a new Norwegian fabrication facility, setting the stage for commercialisation in European energy markets.

InteliCare successfully completed its largest aged care pilot at mecwacare’s Trescowthick Centre and secured $2 million in funding, while navigating a key leadership transition.

Thrive Tribe Technologies reported a $451,000 net operating cash outflow in Q1 FY26 but bolstered its cash reserves to $589,000 through over $1 million in equity placements. The company progressed its Thrive Tribe Home Base initiative and expanded its digital business units while managing a limited cash runway.