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The Open IIoT booth has highlighted Industry 4.0, with a network of developers working together to demonstrate connected solutions on the booth.

Open IIoT is made up of a group of Australia’s key players in the automation and manufacturing industry, including; SMC Corporation, Nord Drivesystems, Balluff, Beckhoff Automation, ZI-Argus, and recent addition Kuka Robotics.

Watch the video where Richard Roberts from ZI-Argus takes us through the system on the AUSPACK stand, pointing out the ease and benefits of Industry 4.0.

Food & Drink Business

Suntory has appointed Ashish Gandham as managing director for Suntory Global Spirits – Oceania, following the launch of the company’s $3 billion multi-beverage business in July 2025.

The federal government has established a new Trade Diversification Network, consisting of 40 peak industry bodies, as part of its $50 million Accessing New Markets Initiative. The member groups will work with government to support global diversification for exporters.

Leading contract manufacturer, Hitex Confectionery, has appointed Darren Butler as its new CEO, aiming to propel a new stage of expansion following two years of transformation.