The vaccination of essential freight workers should be accelerated says Pacific National chief executive Paul Scurrah. Read more
Brad Williams appointed Australian Logistics Council CEO
Brad Williams has been appointed as the new chief executive officer (CEO) of the Australian Logistics Council. Read more
Port Botany rail contracts awarded
Two major contracts have been awarded for the construction of the $400 million Port Botany Rail Line Duplication.
Covid testing boost for freight rail workers
Pacific National Australia has thanked the New South Wales government for providing additional resources for COVID testing of essential freight workers at Taree.
Freight rail challenges from Covid
Freight rail challenges have been brought on by the latest round of Covid-19 restrictions in both New South Wales and Victoria. Read more
Rail boost from NSW stimulus program
Rail projects in New South Wales are set to benefit from the state government’s $100m Covid stimulus project. Read more
KiwiRail welcomes Rail Network Investment Programme
KiwiRail chief executive Greg Miller has welcomed the first three-year plan for investing in New Zealand’s rail network, saying it would create certainty and jobs. Read more
Inland Rail economic benefits for regional Australia hailed
ECONOMIC benefits from Inland Rail are tipped to flow, with a $67 million contract for culverts to be built in the regional town of Tamworth. Read more
“Common sense” call regarding latest COVID outbreaks
The ALC says governments need to ensure the movement of freight across borders during the latest outbreak. Read more
Fractured wagon highlights proper management of ageing rolling stock
A wagon fracturing in regional New South Wales has highlighted the importance of properly managing ageing rail assets. Read more