The National Manufacturing Summit gathers leading representatives from all the major stakeholders in Australia’s manufacturing sector—business, unions, universities, the financial sector, suppliers, and government—to discuss the sector’s prospects, and identify promising, pragmatic policy measures designed to support industry.
Weld Australia is the peak industry body representing the welding sector nationwide. We champion the growth of world-class welding capability across Australia, advocating for high standards, advanced practices, and stronger career pathways for welders.
Our mission is clear: to secure the future of Australia’s welding industry by promoting innovation, driving industry reform, and creating real opportunities for Australian welders and businesses alike.
As part of our national advocacy efforts, Weld Australia hosts the annual National Manufacturing Summit—a premier forum that brings together leaders from across Australia’s manufacturing landscape.
From industry and unions to universities, government, finance, and suppliers, the Summit unites all key stakeholders to explore the future of Australian manufacturing. The goal: to develop practical, forward-thinking policy solutions that strengthen and sustain the sector.
The 2025 National Manufacturing Summit was held on 23 and 24 July 2025 at the Shangri-La in Sydney.
View the official photo gallery from the 2025 National Manufacturing Summit:
https://sydneycorporatephotography.pixieset.com/weldaustraliamanufacturingsummitsydney2025/
Read the 2025 National Manufacturing Summit Post-Event Report.
The report provides a detailed summary of the discussions, key themes, and messages presented by the 2025 National Manufacturing Summit’s expert speakers.
It also outlines strategic recommendations and proposed directions for the manufacturing industry, including immediate progress following the summit.
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