Tag: construction
Buildxact accelerates into the US to lead construction’s digital future, third market outside Australia
Construction tech company Buildxact announced it has expanded its operations into the United States to meet growing customer demand.
Construction tech company Buildxact raises $8.5 million to grow faster into the under-served market...
David Murray, CEO of Buildxact, said that while other technology companies have focused on the big end of the construction industry, Buildxact has chosen to develop for a severely under-served segment of this large market.
This award-winning company is pushing innovation in the construction industry with a new powerful...
Makinex is an Australian owned private company that have been experts in the design, development and distribution of innovative products since 2004.
Some Australian industries are set to fly in the new financial year, others to...
As Australian companies move into the new financial year, business information analysts at IBISWorld reveal the industries set to flourish and those set to flounder over the next 12 months.
Here comes yet another ASX reverse takeover as Rision aims to disrupt the recruitment...
Contingent workforce solutions provider, Rision, is seeking a $4 million plus funding boost to accelerate growth of its patented mobile recruitment and HR platform...
Sergei Sergienko, 2011 Anthill 30under30 Winner
Want to work in construction or serve some cold ones from behind a bar? Well, you need certification for that. And Sergei Sergienko is here to help. His company, Edway Training, offers the courses necessary for people get work in the construction and hospitality industries.
Was the Melbourne Cup interest rate rise too much, too soon?
In this news podcast, Leon and Garry talk about interest rates being put on hold – for now. But evidence suggests that latest interest rate rise has put pressure on the construction industry and BIS Shrapnel says it was premature. Also, could a Wikileaks cyber war be hitting Australia? Press play and have a listen.
Measuring the housing and job markets against rising interest rates
Talking Business is a podcast review of the Australian economy, presented by seasoned business journalists Leon Gettler and Garry Barker, produced in association with the RMIT College of Business. It features interviews with prominent business leaders and expert analysis from RMIT academics. Download this podcast to hear RMIT economist Jonathan Boymal talk about the reduction in building approvals caused by interest rate rises, and job vacancy figures showing a tighter labour market.
Talking Business gets to the bottom of the housing shortage
In this podcast, Housing Industry Association economist Ben Phillips talks about the housing shortage and housing prices.
Papyrus Australia (SMART 100)
Papyrus Australia founder Ramy Azer previously sold traditional papyrus in Europe and realised the demand for this environmentally-friendly paper was greater than supply. After completing a Mechanical Engineering degree in SA, Azer investigated alternative fibre resources readily available in Australia and various manufacturing processes. Following a detailed research and selection process, banana trunks were identified as an ideal choice. Papyrus’ pilot plant was established in Lonsdale, South Australia in April 2007. In February 2008, Papyrus established its first commercial manufacturing facility at Walkamin in Far North Queensland. In November 2009, Papyrus successfully began continuous production of its banana fibre products.
Kane Black, 2009 Anthill 30under30 winner
For three times in his life Kane Black has cracked into markets and industries he knew nearly nothing about. His story is mixed with both dazzling success and catastrophic failure, and each time he has demonstrated the versatility of a swift young entrepreneur.