Manufacturing | case study
BRINGING MANUFACTURING BACK
Global Roto-Moulding, with this branch being located in Mildura, provides complete design and manufacturing solutions for plastic products for industries that include agriculture, water management, and mining.
With over 40 years of experience owners Lester and Howard Ferry have embarked on a journey to explore and expand the uses of moulded plastic. Global Roto-Moulding is committed to a hands-on, end-to-end approach to ensure the highest quality product that, in turn, creates long-lasting relationships with clients.
Global Roto-Moulding is on the cutting-edge of innovation in the industry. They’re working towards being operational 24 hours a day with the help of robotics, improved efficiency and high-production capacity. Global’s pursuit of the world-class standard of excellence for manufacturing strengthens their position as Australia’s most proficient custom moulder.
They’re also working in the international space, onshoring projects from overseas to bring manufacturing back to Australia in order for Australia to be self-sufficient for the future.
Excellent connectivity
Mildura’s transport channels to capital cities and other agricultural hubs are easy to access and connect with.
Progressive renewables sector
The cost of electricity to run a business can be alleviated with solar – the region’s leading the way in solar innovation.
Bringing manufacturing back to Australia
Manufacturing is critical to the economy; a key to almost every supply chain, adding value across all sectors.
Why Loddon Mallee?
HOMEGROWN KNOW-HOW
The owners at Global Roto-Moulding say setting up shop in Mildura was the only option. “We find that lots of the innovation, especially in agriculture, comes out of regional areas and, as such, it wouldn’t make sense for us to be anywhere else,” says Larissa Lloyd-Ward .
“Our business thrives on innovation – it’s the key to what we do. It’s the most important part of our business, but it also makes up a large percentage of our work. We love nothing more than someone having a great idea that we can help turn into a reality.”
“We’ve been able to access key funding for training, business growth and machinery over the years, which we don’t believe would be possible without the support of the government representatives that take an interest in our business.”
“Make a plan, come and visit, connect with the various business networks before you make the move and they will be able to help you connect with others to make your business thrive. Make sure you connect with local and state governments and see what grants and help they can offer you before you start the process.”
“At Global we prefer to employ on attitude rather than qualifications as if you have a good attitude you can be taught anything!”
– Larissa Lloyd-Ward, Director
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