Monday, 27 July 2026
Media Release
The Boards of the Australian Wool Exchange (AWEX) and the Australian Wool Testing Authority (AWTA) have agreed to commence formal discussions to explore a potential merger of the two industry-owned organisations.
The decision reflects a shared commitment to exploring opportunities to streamline operations and strengthen industry services, with the goal of delivering greater value to industry participants. Both Boards also recognise the potential to improve efficiency, integration, governance clarity and responsiveness to meet the evolving needs of the industry.
Any merger proposal would be subject to approval by the respective memberships of both organisations at the AWTA and AWEX Annual General Meetings on 15 October and 20 November respectively, in accordance with their constitutional requirements.
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