Chris Newton

Manufacturing and Supply Chain enthusiast. Interested in improving Australia's manufacturing sector in the mid-market. Melbourne City FC.

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Great insight from @leithvo in this article.
https://t.co/ZwpocV7WIV
* Manufacturing has lost its competitive edge due to exorbitant energy costs, which previously provided a global advantage.

[Chris Newton @IndstrEdge]

Australia remains the iron ore leader in 2025, but with costs down 25% in 2024, mine operators must cut costs and diversify markets. Focus on efficiency and avoid overexposure to decarbonisation trends to stay competitive. @AUMiningMonthly @MiningWeeklyAUS
https://t.co/bkETwCW27S

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Australia’s apparel market is projected to grow at only 2.21% annually, lagging behind the global rate of 4-5%. With our population growing by 2.1% each year, this sluggish growth raises questions. Are local challenges stifling potential?
https://t.co/dWnklMSYAB

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Australia's rail freight faces inefficiencies from break-of-gauge issues and outdated networks. Let's learn from North America's success: precision scheduling, intermodal hubs, and smart tech upgrades—while avoiding Europe's regulatory traps. @AustRail

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@AllBiteNoBark88 Australia's fall to 102nd in the Economic Complexity Index highlights how over-regulation and high energy costs have gutted our manufacturing sector. We need affordable energy and to focus on high-value industries to rebuild economic complexity.

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@Artemisfornow Australia should focus on solutions that consider efficient land utilisation and industrial growth. Solar panels have a role, but they’re no silver bullet—most are made in China and eventually end up in landfills. It’s past time we seriously considered nuclear energy for ANZ.

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@atnmag This is exactly the practical infrastructure investment we need. Improving the Newell Highway's freight efficiency directly supports our manufacturing and agricultural sectors, cutting transport costs and boosting regional competitiveness.

[Chris Newton @IndstrEdge]

This is exactly the practical infrastructure investment we need. Improving the Newell Highway's freight efficiency directly supports our manufacturing and agricultural sectors, cutting transport costs and boosting regional competitiveness.

[MHD Supply Chain News @MHDSupplyChain]

Three new overtaking lanes are now open south of Moree on the Newell Highway, improving safety and efficiency for freight operators. This $261m upgrade is part of a $1.5B investment to future-proof the highway.

https://t.co/LmEf0xumVU

#NSW #Freight #Infrastructure

[Chris Newton @IndstrEdge]

@AcrowAcf Great milestone for Australian manufacturing and agricultural strength. This urea plant showcases our ability to deliver world-class industrial projects. Securing international orders against tough competition proves our Ag sector's growing capabilities.