The transport company that owns the truck that spilled metal scraps onto the M1 Pacific Motorway early this morning has issued a statement about the incident that has left hundreds of vehicles with damaged tyres.
“We’re taking full responsibility for what’s happened and are very sorry for any damage and disruption that’s been caused,” said Daniel Falconer, General Manager NJ Ashton, in a statement shared online shortly after the incident.
The scrap metal that spilled from the truck. Image: NSW Rural Fire ServiceStarted over 40 years ago, NJ Ashton is based in Marulan and specialises in bulk haulage, quarry materials and earthworks.
At around 5am this morning, one of its trucks was involved in an incident that closed the M1 Pacific Motorway southbound between Ourimbah and Mount White.
This was due to a truck losing its load of scrap metal, with debris scattered along the road.
Falconer said that the company’s immediate priority is to help with the clean-up.
“As soon as we were notified about the accident, we sent every qualified mechanic we have to assist authorities and help get drivers back on the road,” he said.
“We still don’t fully understand how this occurred. At this stage it appears to have been an accident.
“Once the cleanup is resolved, we’ll investigate what went wrong.
“The truck driver has been doing the run for about a year and is experienced, and our fleet is regularly serviced and maintained. We have always held ourselves to the highest standards and are in full compliance with all certifications and regulations.
“We take our public responsibility and commitment to the communities in which we operate very seriously.
“The insurance company, Elders, has advised us that all reasonable costs are covered under our policy.”
Anyone who has been affected by the incident is asked to contact NJ Ashton via info@njashton.com.au.
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