Fuel Security Win for Trucking Industry

June 23, 2021

This week’s passage of fuel security bills by Parliament will improve Australia’s fuel security and keep the trucking industry moving in times of emergency. The Fuel Security Bill 2021 and Fuel Security (Consequential and Transitional Provisions) Bill 2021 follow extensive lobbying from the Australian Trucking Association and will improve Australia’s stocks of transport fuels and support continued domestic fuel production. “Liquid and diesel fuel are critical to Australia’s economy, with 98 […]

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Trucking’s 2021 Future Leaders Announced

June 18, 2021

Ten of Australia’s young trucking professionals have been welcomed to the 2021 Daimler Future Leaders’ Forum – a career-defining program that nurtures the next generation of industry leaders. Delivered by the Australian Trucking Association in partnership with Daimler Truck and Bus Australia Pacific, the Future Leaders’ Forum gives young leaders the tools and training needed to become strong, knowledgeable industry advocates. Representing ATA member associations, Daimler Truck and Bus and […]

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Improve Truck Diver Medical Standards to Save Lives

June 16, 2021

The truck driver medical standards should be improved to save lives on our roads, CEO of the Australian Trucking Association, Andrew McKellar, said today. Mr McKellar was releasing the ATA submission to the National Transport Commission’s review of Assessing Fitness to Drive, the medical standards that apply to truck and car drivers. Backed by sound legal advice, the ATA submission recommends improving the […]

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Trucking Industry Congratulates Craig Smith-Gander AM

June 15, 2021

Canberra, 14 June 2021: The Australian Trucking Association has congratulated Western Australian trucking industry leader Craig Smith-Gander on being made a Member of the Order of Australia in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours List. Mr Smith-Gander was recognised for his significant service to surf lifesaving, transport logistics and the community. He has been the owner and […]

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Industry Stalwart Ray Scott Recognised in Honours List

Canberra, 14 June 2021: Trucking stalwart Ray Scott has been posthumously honoured as a Member of the Order of Australia, recognised in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours List. Admired for his professionalism, passion, and extensive knowledge of the transport industry sectors, Mr Scott’s honour comes as recognition for his significant service to the road transport industry, and to the community. […]

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SafeT360 Expands to New Zealand

June 11, 2021

New Zealand’s young road users will have access to an innovative new road safety campaign, thanks to a new partnership between the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) and the New Zealand Trucking Association (NTA). The partnership will see the ATA’s life saving SafeT360 campaign delivered to 16- to 25-year-old road users across New Zealand following its success in Australia. Developed by the ATA and launched in 2019, SafeT360 uses virtual reality […]

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TruckSafe Welcomes Three New Directors

June 1, 2021

The Australian Trucking Association has appointed three new members to the TruckSafe board of directors. The industry’s premier accreditation scheme, TruckSafe welcomes National Head of Chain of Responsibility and Compliance at Australia Post, Lindy Pascoe, WHS Manager at Cleary Bros Transport, Kate Jarvis, and Compliance Manager at Blenners Transport, Maree Keilar, as TruckSafe directors for their extensive industry knowledge and passion for safety. “TruckSafe received many expressions of interest from a […]

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Fix the Truck Laws for National Gains

May 27, 2021

When they meet on Friday, Australia’s transport ministers should focus on safety and increasing the productivity of the trucking industry, Australian Trucking Association CEO Andrew McKellar said today. At the meeting, ministers will consider how to complete the review of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), which regulates truck safety and access to the road […]

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Fuel Security Package a Win for Trucking Industry

May 18, 2021

The Australian Government’s fuel security announcement today is a win for the trucking industry, CEO of the ATA, Andrew McKellar said. Welcoming today’s announcement, Mr McKellar said the package was the result of a long term, strategic advocacy campaign by the ATA on behalf of its members. “Diesel and liquid fuel security are critical to Australia’s economy […]

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Trucking Industry Welcomes Infrastructure Boost

May 10, 2021

The Australian Government’s infrastructure boost will support productivity, jobs and road safety – but rest areas must not be an afterthought, the CEO of the Australian Trucking Association, Andrew McKellar said today. “The ATA welcomes the Government’s additional spending on roads across Australia. The spending delivers on collaborative advocacy by our members, such as the Queensland Trucking Association’s campaign for an inland freight route from Mungindi on the NSW border to Charters Towers,” Mr […]

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Fix Fatigue Enforcement to Improve Safety

May 5, 2021

The NHVR should change its approach to fatigue enforcement as a key part of its next safety strategy, Australian Trucking Association CEO Andrew McKellar said today. Mr McKellar was releasing the ATA submission to the NHVR on its draft 2021-2025 heavy vehicle safety strategy. “The ATA was very pleased to see that the draft emphasises the need to build a positive […]

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Converter Dolly Trial Showcases Industry Innovation

May 4, 2021

A trial to measure the performance of an industry converter dolly prototype has showcased industry innovation, demonstrating superior capabilities when compared to other units. The prototype was developed following concerns raised regarding dynamic issues with hinged drawbar converter dollies, in particular brake reactivity and tyre wear. The innovative new unit removed the pivot point of […]

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