Manufacturing is a key capability of Swinburne University of Technology. We have been working with different industry sectors for several years. Our focus is to support our institutes and platforms to deliver successful outcomes for partners and achieve Ad Astra_2030.
Strategically positioned at the intersection of design, business, engineering and information systems, the Manufacturing Futures Research Platform uses advanced manufacturing integration in the global value chain to capture the benefits of design, Industry 4.0, robotics and sustainability in securing Australia’s industrial future.
We act as a conduit between research and industry to deliver complex solutions and bring world-leading expertise in advanced materials, industrial automation and robotics, advanced manufacturing, design and data science to:
develop high-value bespoke manufactured products
develop new materials and processes for smart products
increase the agility and productivity of Australia’s manufacturing base
integrate Australia’s know-how with the global value chain.
Our people
Our facilities
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Victorian Hydrogen Hub
In partnership with CSIRO and ARENA 2036, Swinburne’s Victorian Hydrogen Hub brings together the community to support sustainable manufacturing practices.
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Swinburne-CSIRO National Industry 4.0 Testlab
The Swinburne-CSIRO National Industry 4.0 Testlab conducts industrial scale multilayer 3D printing for near net composite manufacturing and solutions for automotive and aerospace parts, processes and systems.
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Industrial Digital Transformation Hub
Swinburne’s Industrial Digital Transformation Hub is simplifying digital technology adoption in manufacturing.
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Factory of the Future
The Factory of the Future (FoF) provides industry and organisations with Industry 4.0 transformation pathway and tools, and allows companies to learn digitalisation technologies and explore recent advances in automation of manufacturing.
Work with us
We have a talented team of researchers across a variety of disciplines who can work with you to solve complex problems on any scale.
If you have a challenge that needs an innovative, practical solution, contact us to discuss how we can work together to research and deliver just that!
Call us on +61 3 9214 5177 or email mfrp@swinburne.edu.au.
Register your interest
Through our research we uncover innovative ideas and solutions that improve industry processes, safety, quality and competitiveness. We host workshops on these topics to open up collaboration and engage partners. To register your interest in attending, call us on +61 3 9214 5177 or email mfrp@swinburne.edu.au.
Our latest news
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Swinburne joins global biomaterials research training program
- Technology
- Health
- Science
- University
- Engineering
Swinburne has joined the prestigious German Research Foundation-funded International Research Training Group (IRTG) on Multidimensional Biomaterials (MB)2 program
Monday 17 August 2026 -
Swinburne’s international collaborations driving meaningful impact
- Technology
- Science
- Sustainability
- Engineering
Swinburne is collaborating with international researchers to tackle global challenges in clean energy, sustainable materials and energy-efficient buildings.
Monday 16 March 2026 -
Students develop tech solution for major Melbourne law firm
- Law
Swinburne Law students have created an innovative triage tool to streamline Australian Consumer Law assessments for major consumer products law firm, CIE Legal.
Monday 14 July 2025 -
Swinburne contributes to $270.5m Australian manufacturing research initiative
- Engineering
- Technology
- Aviation
The Additive Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (AMCRC) seeks to transform Australia's healthcare, aerospace, and construction sectors.
Monday 28 April 2025 -
New Digital Manufacturing Hub launches at Swinburne to level up Australian industry
- University
- Engineering
- Sustainability
Australian manufacturing productivity and resilience could rise by as much 30 per cent, thanks to a new Digital Manufacturing Hub led by Swinburne.
Monday 17 March 2025 -
Creating safer, more accessible processed foods with innovative AI-powered digital twin system
- Technology
- Science
- Engineering
A new initiative is applying AI to food processing, using digital twins to ensuring texture modified foods such as purees and soups are safe for vulnerable Australians.
Thursday 23 January 2025
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Contact the Manufacturing Futures Research Platform
If your organisation would like to collaborate with us to solve a complex problem, or you simply want to contact our team, get in touch by calling +61 3 9214 8180 or emailing MFRP@swinburne.edu.au.