Queensland refrigerated freight operator Wickham Freight Lines has been named the first Australian customer for Sunswap Endurance battery-electric trailer refrigeration, following a long-haul trial.
Lindsay’s company update set Brisbane, Mackay and Bowen service delivery for 5 October, with Townsville and Cairns planned as later stages.
Scania Australia will display its Super 11-powered front-lift waste truck demonstrator at Waste Expo Australia in Melbourne on 28–29 October 2026. The demonstrator uses a front-lift body commissioned from Australian manufacturer Superior Pak and has been touring Australia as part of Scania’s Super 11 roadshow. Scania introduced the new five-cylinder Super 11 engine range with […]
Strait Link has entered into an agreement to acquire Tasmanian freight company Monson Logistics from founder Bruce Monson, who is preparing to retire after 34 years in the business. The agreement was announced by Strait Link on 19 October 2026. Completion is expected in the coming months. Monson Logistics employs about 100 people and operates […]
Penske Automotive Group has agreed to be taken private in a transaction valuing the international automotive and commercial-truck retail business at approximately US$16.3 billion in enterprise value. In its 15 October 2026 announcement, the US-listed company said a buyer owned by Penske Corporation and Mitsui & Co would acquire the shares not already held by […]
Australian crane hire and heavy haulage group Boom Logistics has appointed Chris O’Neill as an independent non-executive director following the resignation of James Scott. In a company announcement dated 16 October 2026, Boom confirmed both changes took effect on 16 October. The company said Scott had chaired its environmental, social and governance (ESG) committee and […]
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FAA Group has promoted general manager Dwayne Hayes to chief operating officer, effective 5 October 2026, recognising his role in operating performance and business development.
Transport Women Australia Limited has appointed Drew Hipwood of Queensland and Jane Hawkes of Victoria to its board, bringing communications and freight operations experience.
Lindsay Australia will appoint Rodney Boys as chair following its 6 November 2026 AGM, as incumbent chair Ian Williams retires from the board.