Industry News

Logistics juggernauts prepare for efficient vaccine delivery

Specialised transport and logistics companies are competing to deliver world class medical supply chain services in the lead-up to the launch of a Covid-19 vaccine.

Freight consumers to receive welcome financial support: VTA

The Victorian Transport Association has welcomed additional financial support announced set aside by State Government to assist businesses that have been hit hard by trading restrictions during Stage Four Covid restrictions.

BPW Transpec launches brand new website

Commercial vehicle component manufacturer, BPW Transpec, has created an entirely new website with the aim of providing an enhanced experience for visitors.

Woolworths welcomes Board appointment

Non-Executive Director, Maxine Brenner, will join the Woolworths Group Board later this year.

Subject to relevant approvals, the appointment is effective 1 December 2020.

Brenner is currently a Non-Executive Director of Orica, Origin Energy and Qantas, and a member of the University of NSW Council. She is also an independent director of Growthpoint Properties Australia. Read more

New date for 2020 AFIA

The Victorian Transport Association (VTA) has changed the date of the 2020 Australian Freight Industry Awards (AFIA) due to Stage 4 Covid restrictions in Victoria.

Capral bounces back amid Covid-19

The key sectors that Capral operates in rebounded quickly as Covid restrictions lifted, the aluminium specialist reported in a recent trading update.

NSW commits to explosive safety development

An underground mine explosives testing facility has opened in New South Wales to improve mining safety and innovation.

Drake builds Hybrid Steering Widener for Winterfields

Specialist heavy haulage trailer builder, The Drake Group, has supplied an innovative 4×4 Hybrid Steering Widener to Mount Gambier-based Winterfields Float Hire.