Chemistry Australia is very disappointed to learn that Qenos, Australia’s sole manufacturer of polyethylene, has gone into voluntary administration.Qenos has made an important contribution to the Australian economy for more than 50 years. Our thoughts are with all of the employees impacted by this outcome.Quotes from Chemistry Australia CEO Samantha Read:“We as a sector find ourselves in this position due…

Women in the Australian chemistry industry will again have an opportunity to transform their STEM careers through the 2024 Chemistry Australia CEW Woman Leader in STEM scholarship. Chemistry Australia is pleased to announce it will again partner with Chief Executive Women (CEW) to enable an emerging woman leader in the chemistry sector to attend the Women Transforming Leadership Program at…

Chemistry Australia is urging members who wish to nominate for the 2024 Industry Awards to submit their nomination before the closing date on Friday 15 March. Nominations are being sought across five categories, including the new Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award: • Young Leader award - Sponsored by Incitec Pivot• Net Zero Transition award• Circular economy award• Health, Safety and environment…

Chemistry Australia is thrilled to announce that it will host its second annual Industry Awards on Wednesday 1 May 2024. The Awards will recognise and celebrate excellence in the Australian chemistry industry, highlighting the exceptional work of our members who provide the economy with a diverse range of products and services that Australia relies on. The event will take place…

Chemistry Australia is pleased to announce Kira McGrath, Manager – Manufacturing Technology at Orica Australia, as the recipient of the 2023 Chemistry Australia Chief Executive Women (CEW) Woman Leader in STEM Scholarship. As the most senior woman in continuous manufacturing within her organisation, Kira is an inspiring woman leader who actively supports other women in her workplace. Kira has extensive…

Chemistry Australia has joined forces with Chief Executive Women to accelerate career opportunities for Women in STEM and increase representation of women leaders in the Australian chemistry industry. Chemistry Australia and Chief Executive Women (CEW) will partner on a new scholarship to enable an emerging woman leader in the chemistry sector to attend the Women Transforming Leadership Program at Oxford…

Excellence in the Australian chemistry industry was celebrated last night with five outstanding individuals and organisations recognised for their achievements in the first-ever Chemistry Australia Industry Awards. Held at the Pavilion, Melbourne Arts Centre, the 2023 Industry Awards acknowledge the achievements of the sector’s best and brightest from the diverse range of businesses across Chemistry Australia’s membership. With the theme…