Leading logistics and transport specialist, Linfox, has confirmed it is trialling new Fuso eCanters as part of its Bunnings contract. Read more
Petroccitto flags new approach to risk management at VTA State Conference
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has given a glimpse into its future approach to fatigue management and meeting the ongoing challenges around the permit process for access networks at the VTA State Conference. Read more
Qube provides wind farm transport, announces buy-back program
Qube Bulk, Ports and Logistics alongside LCR Renewables have commenced work on the Dulacca Wind Farm project logistics providing stevedoring, storage, container management, specialised transport and cranage services. Read more
Helen’s Hill heavy vehicle rest area closure extended
Due to delays in the supply of critical materials, the closure of the Helen’s Hill heavy vehicle rest area has been extended. Read more
Toll Group joins support effort for flood impacted communities in Australia
Toll Group has announced a $100,000 donation to the Australian Red Cross to support communities impacted by the floods in New South Wales and Queensland. Read more
Rising costs for operators major talking point at VTA State Conference 2022
Higher fuel costs and rising inflation and interest rates have come under the gun at the VTA State Conference 2022. Read more
Blue Sky Mining
Drivetrain Australia, the local distributor for Canadian-manufactured Kovatera underground mining service vehicles, will receive its first Kovatera, the battery-electric version of the diesel-powered KT 200, in Australia this year. Read more
UD Trucks appoints new president
UD Trucks has announced the appointment, effective April 1, of Kouji Maruyama (currently Senior Vice President, Japan Sales) as company President. Read more
Isuzu Ute pitches in for flood victims
In the wake of the devastating floods that recently besieged eastern Australia, Isuzu Ute Australia (IUA) has donated $100,000 plus an Isuzu D-Max LS-U+ ute – that sold under the hammer for $79,000 – to the Australian Red Cross QLD and NSW Floods Appeal. Read more
Load limit restrictions announced for bridge at Emu Creek
Effective immediately the Emu Creek bridge on Toowoomba-Karara Road is restricted to one lane at 50km/h for vehicles weighing less than 5 tonnes. Read more