Industry Luminaries Recognised With OAM’S
Several transport industry luminaries were honoured with the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the Australia Day Honours List.
Apps Open For HV Safety Initiative Grants
Applications for round 11 of the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI) have opened, with $4.4 million in grants dedicated to industry-led projects aimed at improving road safety for the heavy vehicle industry.
Protran Acquires Thermal Mark Industries
Protran Solutions has acquired Thermal Mark Industries, a refrigeration specialist serving Australia’s transport sector since 2002, in a move that positions the company to deliver expanded refrigeration services and introduce sustainability-focused products.
Webinar To Unpack New Master Code
The new ‘Master Code’, recognised under the Heavy Vehicle National Law, was released by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator on January 21, 2026, and is bringing in a significant maturity uplift across the supply chain industry when considering what is reasonably practicable for improving the safety of road transport activities.
WHS Reportable Incidents Expanded
Safe Work Australia has published amendments to the model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act and Regulations, following approval by WHS ministers, which will significantly expand what transport and logistics businesses must report to regulators.
CEFC Back Volvo Electric Truck Lease Offer
In conjunction with the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC), Volvo Financial Services has unveiled a new offering tailored specifically for the group’s battery electric vehicles (BEVs).
Arrow Transport Completes A-triple Trial
Arrow Transport has successfully conducted an A-triple road train combination trial operating in and around the Port of Brisbane using a Mercedes-Benz Actros truck.
Future Made in Australia Fund Opens
The $1.5 billion Future Made in Australia Innovation Fund aimed at supporting the transition to net zero is now open for applications.
2027 Truck Show Dates Announced
Lock it in your diary! HVIA has revealed the 2027 Brisbane Truck Show will be held on May 20-23, 2027 at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.
NSW Unveils EV + Charging Incentives
The NSW Government has announced a second round of “Kick-start” funding offering businesses financial incentives to help purchase up to 15 electric vehicles – from passenger vehicles up to 23-tonne GVM trucks – as well as smart charging ports.
First Multi-User Truck Charging Hub Opens
Zenobē, a global leader in fleet electrification and battery storage solutions, today opened Australia’s first off-site electric truck charging hub, located in Mascot, Sydney. The hub is a landmark project in Australia’s transition to zero-emission transport.
JET Charge Finalise IKEA Charging Rollout
JET Charge has completed one of Australia’s biggest electric delivery vehicle charging projects in partnership with IKEA Australia, installing 59 chargers across seven locations across the country.