A circular economy keeps materials in use for as long as possible. Steel can support circular design strategies such as dematerialisation, design for disassembly and reuse. In this way, the steel manufactured today can create value for generations to come. At BlueScope, we are committed to advancing circular outcomes across…

LG Electronics (LG) is expanding its lifestyle screen lineup with its new StanbyME 2 Max, delivering a more flexible and enjoyable entertainment experience on a larger movable 32-inch screen with 4K resolution. First introduced in 2021, LG StanbyME pioneered the Movable Screen category by taking viewing experiences beyond the capabilities…

Panasonic has announced the TOUGHBOOK 56, describing it as the biggest step forward in compact, rugged and ergonomic mobility in the company's history. Available from July 2026, the device succeeds the TOUGHBOOK 55 and is the first TOUGHBOOK built around Panasonic's Engineered for Motion philosophy, which prioritises ergonomics for remote…

Australia's pipeline of battery energy storage system (BESS) projects is growing fast. Contractors across the country are commencing work on some of the largest and most complex construction sites in the renewable energy sector. The pace is real, the opportunity is real — and so is a risk that most…

Creating distinctive architectural finishes has traditionally required a trade-off between design ambition, construction cost and labour availability. Architects increasingly want façades that reflect local identity, culture and place. However, achieving highly customised finishes can introduce significant complexity, particularly when projects rely on specialist trades, intricate installation processes or labour-intensive construction…

Aerial imagery gives you the full picture, but add LiDAR and 3D datasets, and you gain something even more powerful: true depth, precision, and confidence at every stage of a project. MetroMap's high-resolution imagery forms the foundation, and LiDAR data takes it further with: Detailed elevation and terrain modelling to…

Volvo Construction Equipment has begun construction of a new excavator manufacturing facility in Eskilstuna, Sweden. The Skr700m, or approximately US$73m, development was officially launched with a groundbreaking ceremony attended by Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Deputy Prime Minister Ebba Busch. The two leaders conducted a symbolic first dig using…

Panasonic has unveiled a new line-up of CO2 hot water heat pump solutions built for the Australian market, introducing 16 configurations designed to suit households and families of every size while delivering strong energy efficiency and long-term savings. The system works by extracting heat from the surrounding air to warm…