Measuring and weighing freight incorrectly wastes money and causes flow-on problems down the supply chain. The Leopard Cube dimensioning system is here to help, says Alex Koumaras, Managing Director of Leopard Systems.
New safety app for transport workers
A truck safety training tool has been released for the induction of drivers in the NSW road freight industry. Read more
Software advancements hold key to FMS Transport Software growth
Special Projects Manager Nicole Woods will head FMS’s new Western Australia office as the company looks to expand and provide more offices around the country to best service its increasing customer base. Read more
ALC reacts to infrastructure and transport ministers’ meeting
The Australian Logistics Council says accelerated reform is required to support the industry through present and future challenges, following the 15th meeting of transport ministers. Read more
Australian Government establishes freight data hub
Australian freight data has taken a leap forward with the launch of the National Freight Data Hub prototype website. Read more
Ettamogah rail hub siding complete
Works have finished on a $12.2 million upgrade of a rail siding at the Ettamogah Rail Hub near Albury. Read more
Logistics workers report difficulties with new tech investments
New research has found 98 per cent of Australian transportation and logistics workers have reported technical difficulties with new tech investments made during the pandemic. Read more
Push to make mental health as important as safety
During Mental Health Month, the Healthy Heads in Trucks & Sheds Foundation is encouraging the road transport, warehousing and logistics industries to “make mental health as everyday as safety.”
Transport unions sign agreement for better industry standards
The National Road Freighters Association and the Transport Workers’ Union have signed a memorandum of understanding to advocate for a more safer and sustainable industry.
Women in Industry 2020 Winners
The winners of the Women in Industry awards for 2020 have been announced. Women representing some of Australia’s leading companies in the industrial sector have been recognised for their achievements in their workplaces.