Volvo plans to be the first carmaker to offer keyless cars, with customers given the option of using a mobile phone application to replace the physical key with a digital key. The innovative Bluetooth-enabled digital key technology will offer Volvo customers far more flexibility, enabling them to benefit from entirely new ways to use and share cars. [ + ]

A series of information sheets that provide guidance on managing the health and safety risks when unpacking shipping containers, including exposure to hazardous chemicals like fumigants and solvents, has been developed by Safe Work Australia. [ + ]

Bridgestone is advising customers that its 215/60R16 95V Supercat Tyre may exhibit an issue with the tread/belt leading to possible rapid loss of air pressure, which can pose a hazard to drivers and other road users. [ + ]

A new report estimates the global power cable market will increase at a rate of 8% between now and 2020 with APAC leading the growth. [ + ]

The industrial automation and information company Rockwell Automation has been awarded a four-year contract by The Michelin Group. [ + ]

Australian Made Campaign Chairman Glenn Cooper AM has announced the appointment of Robert Gerard AO as the first ever patron of the campaign. [ + ]

Safe Work Australia's chief executive officer, Michelle Baxter, has welcomed the appointment of Diane Smith-Gander as chair of Safe Work Australia. [ + ]

It's been a busy week for product recalls, with a number of products representing a fire hazard due to rechargeable battery overheating issues. [ + ]

Japanese-founded HMI and IPC supplier Pro-face is becoming Pro-face by Schneider Electric. [ + ]

The emergency services agencies in Los Angeles will now be able to communicate directly with each other thanks to a new emergency data communications system. [ + ]

Energy storage start-up Redback Technologies has signed an MOU with the University of Queensland aimed at commercialising joint energy storage projects and future renewable energy research. [ + ]

The Property Council of Australia is warning that changes to negative gearing will hit the economy during a time when the Australian economy is in transition. [ + ]

A new report suggests a number of barriers prevent the installation of an indoor wireless network despite the value it can add to a property and the prevalence of mobile devices. [ + ]

To help achieve its carbon neutrality goal by 2030, the University of Melbourne has received financing of $9.1 million from the CEFC to fund diverse clean energy projects. [ + ]

The Total Facilities event will showcase the latest solutions for facilities management with a particular focus on building automation, alongside technologies and software that improve data communications, lighting, infrastructure and energy efficiency. [ + ]