IOR has agreed to fast-track additional fuel imports following a deal with the Federal Government and Export Finance Australia. This move supports regional supply chains and the road transport industry.
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Electric freight push gains traction
A fully electric freight run between Sydney and Canberra has been used to demonstrate the viability of zero-emissions heavy transport, with industry and political leaders calling for faster investment
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Fuel supply outlook steadies for operators
The Federal Government has moved to reassure operators and motorists that fuel supplies will remain stable despite disruptions to petrol production. Energy Minister, Chris Bowen, said the incident at Viva
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Fuel quality risks hit fleets
Poor-quality fuel entering Australia could damage trucks and disrupt supply chains as the NSW freight crisis deepens, industry bodies warn. Road Freight NSW (RFNSW), alongside the Refrigerated Warehouse
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NatRoad calls for immediate rollout of promised loans
The National Road Transport Association (NatRoad) is pressing the Federal Government to urgently implement the $1 billion Economic Resilience Program, announced on 2 April. The peak body is warning
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Haulmax Premier Commercial Fleet Guide
The annual Haulmax Premier Commercial Fleet Guide affords the transport industry an opportunity to take stock of its movers and shakers, movements and also those operators who have fallen by the wayside.
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Lindsay Fox to celebrate 89th birthday
Transport and logistics company, Linfox, marks founder Lindsay Fox turning 89, highlighting enduring industry legacy. Fox, who turns 89 on Sunday, started the business in 1956 with a single truck carting
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Geelong refinery fire contained, fuel supply unaffected
Viva Energy said a fire at its Geelong refinery last week has been contained, with no injuries reported and fuel supply expected to remain stable. The incident occurred in the refinery’s alkylation unit,
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Zero-interest loans open for truckies
A new federal loan program offers relief as fuel pressures bite. The National Road Transport Association (NatRoad) has welcomed the launch of the Federal Government’s $1 billion Economic Resilience Program,
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Industry bodies welcome no-interest loan program
The Australian Trucking Association and NatRoad have welcomed the Government’s announcement that trucking businesses will be able to apply for zero interest loans to help deal with their skyrocketing
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