An interactive livestock loading calculator, several AI-based fatigue systems, a real-time check system to ensure safe trailer connections and EBS compliance, technology that identifies overhead hazards in real-time, an electric trailer/dolly safety test, and a wearable fatigue management solution trial are among 12 industry-led projects to receive funding in the latest round of the HVSI.
To date, the Australian Government has invested more than $45 million across 181 HVSI projects since the program started in 2016, delivering safety improvements across Australia’s heavy vehicle industry and protecting all road users.
With demand increases and unique challenges, the new HVSI projects will deliver tangible safety improvements for the transport and logistics sector by developing crucial educational campaigns and innovative technologies.
Among them is the ‘Hold on Heavy’ project which will develop scalable AI technology to dynamically adjust traffic signals for approaching heavy vehicles to extend red or green phases and reduce the risk of intersection incidents.
You can read more about the HVSI, including a full list of Round 10 recipients, here.
NHVR CEO Nicole Rosie says with 190 lives lost in crashes involving heavy vehicles in 2024-25, “Reducing fatalities and serious injuries from heavy vehicle incidents is the number one priority for the NHVR and there is still plenty to be done”.
“Through this program, we can continue to engage with safety-focused groups to improve on these numbers and make Australia’s roads safer for everyone,” she adds.
Assistant Minister for Regional Development, Senator Anthony Chisholm, adds that the Government is “firmly committed to working alongside the NHVR and the heavy vehicle industry to ensure our roads remain safe for everyone”.
“By investing in innovative projects that will deliver substantial road safety benefits, we’re furthering our commitment to reduce harm on Australian roads – for truckies and all users,” he says.
“We know the HVSI program has delivered successful and lasting results across the country over the last nine years, and the impacts have been transformative for this crucial industry.
“The Government is proud to continue supporting initiatives that increase safety awareness, education and compliance across the transport and logistics sector.”