The Australian Government and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) have allocated $4.2 million to round 10 of the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI), which is dedicated to industry-led road safety projects.
The funding will support projects that increase compliance and deliver safety benefits for the transport and logistics sector.
Project submissions must directly address at least one of the three themes – safer drivers, safer vehicles or safer road use.
Businesses or associations involved in the heavy vehicle industry looking to address a safety gap or issue are encouraged to apply for the grants program.
The Government has already invested more than $41 million across 169 HVSI projects under the first nine rounds of the program, which are delivering outcomes aimed at making Australia’s roads safer for all users.
Submissions for round 10 of the HVSI are now open and will close at 5:00pm AEST on February 17, 2025.
The application form and project guidelines, which detail eligibility and the submission process, are available here.
Federal Assistant Minister for Regional Development, Anthony Chisholm, says previous rounds of the HVSI have funded crucial projects such as mental health training, awareness campaigns on how to drive safely around heavy vehicles, online training programs influencing driver behaviour and projects that are removing barriers for young people entering the trucking sector.
“Australia’s road toll is far too high, with 2024 on track to be one of the deadliest years on our roads, so it’s critical we continue to support safety projects that aim to make a real difference on our roads and are led by industry, for industry,” he says.
“Not only are HVSI projects helping reduce our road toll, but they’re providing the tools and resources needed to support a more productive and efficient freight network.”
NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto says the grants are an opportunity for all groups and individuals involved in the heavy vehicle industry or across the wider supply chain to secure funding for a project, program or campaign that will increase compliance and promote safety on Australia’s roads.
“I am looking forward to seeing what round 10 brings, so we can continue to deliver improved safety outcomes not only for the heavy vehicle industry, but for all road users,” he adds.
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