Biography to shed light on ‘overlooked’ TNT founder
WEBFeb 25, 2013 · A dearth of information on TNT Express founder Ken Thomas has spurred a former transport industry worker to pen a biography on the trucking pioneer. Written by David Wilcox, the 300-page book The Truckie Who Loved Trains will be launched on Thomas’ 100th birthday on June 8 in his hometown of Harden in New South Wales.
Woolworths beefs up Primary Connect logistics operation
WEBOct 29, 2020 · Primary Connect would become the full-service supply chain service provider to Endeavour brands BWS and Dan Murphy’s. “Establishing the Primary Connect platform is a key step in our ambition to build Australia’s next generation supply chain,” Primary Connect MD Paul Graham says. “We run the largest and most distributed retail supply ...
Linfox blueprints its big Brisbane build | News - Fully Loaded
WEBJul 24, 2019 · An artist’s impression of the Willawong DC. Logistics giant outlines progress for intermodal business and Bevchain. Linfox has offered a glimpse into a new multi-user distribution centre to be developed following the purchase of land in Willawong, Brisbane, which forms part of its “continued investment in the Sunshine State”.
Mitsubishi Fuso Canter FG 4WD truck | Review - Fully Loaded
WEBFeb 9, 2015 · The 4WD Canter FG was introduced to Australia way back in 1989, with a GVM of just 4.5 tonnes. The 3.3-litre engine had only 92hp (68kW) and 223Nm of torque. That compares with the modern day version’s 3-litre engine pushing out 150hp (112kW) and 370Nm of torque (against the Isuzu equivalent’s 419Nm).
Major milestone reached in historic SA road project
WEBAug 12, 2024 · A consortium comprised of John Holland, Bouygues Construction, Arcadis Australia, Jacobs and Ventia has been selected as the preferred alliance partner for to deliver the project, which looms as the biggest infrastructure project in the history of South Australia. The consortium’s tender detailed a key plan to procure three TBMs instead of two.
Followmont bucking transport industry trend - Fully Loaded
WEBJul 23, 2024 · A recent NatRoad survey highlighted a current gap of 26,000 drivers in the sector, which amounts to a staggering 14.4 per cent shortfall. This statistic is alarming in isolation but has the potential to be catastrophic when you dig deeper. Half the current crop of drivers is older than 55 and the average age in the industry is 49.
New Zealand feels Hyzon departure backlash - Fully Loaded
WEBAug 2, 2024 · New Zealand had spent $6.5 million on Hyzon trucks before the company’s departure from its international markets. Hyzon’s decision to scale back its international operations has struck a blow against the New Zealand transport industry, with the federal government’s $6.5 million investment to purchase 25 hydrogen trucks now in doubt.
Cat Trucks CT630 S truck video review - Fully Loaded
WEBMay 23, 2014 · 05:46. The newly launched Cat CT630 S from Navistar Auspac (formerly NC2) has a kind of simplicity and honesty in its execution that I find quite appealing. The S is the long awaited 26m B-double offering from Australia’s youngest heavy-duty truck brand. The Cat family boasts a slippery shape and as a consequence, controversial looks that ...
Mondiale VGL eying private equity investment? - Fully Loaded
WEBAug 20, 2024 · After the initial IPO fell through, Mondiale VGL is now looking to secure private equity buyers for a valuation of over AU$900 million (NZ $1 billion). At the time of the IPO listing in 2023, the company was listed as one of the world’s top 30 freight forwarding companies, with Chief Executive Ray Meade stating it was a potential opportunity ...
Regional freight terminal open for business - Fully Loaded
WEBAug 9, 2012 · New $17.5 million regional freight terminal in western Victoria has opened. August 9, 2012. A new regional freight terminal in western Victoria has opened to boost freight handling capacity and improve container movements.
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