Freight

The freight and logistics sector is Victoria's economic lifeblood, contributing at least $21 billion to the state's economy and employing around 100,000 people. The Department of Transport works to build strong partnerships with the industry to develop an integrated and seamless freight transport network that will enhance Victoria’s global competitiveness and meet the needs of business and the community.

Quick guide to freight

Next generation trial to keep freight moving - Minister for Roads and Ports Tim Pallas has released guidelines for trial of High Productivity Freight Vehicles.

Green Triangle Region Freight Action Plan - sets out a package of road, rail and other freight priorities required to ensure the region is able to cope with massive growth in export trade.

Freight Futures - the long-term strategy to shape an efficient and sustainable freight network for Victoria.

Rail Freight Support Package - a temporary support package providing rebates for container freight and grain carried on rail services.

Rail Freight Network Review - a comprehensive review of Victoria’s rail freight network, identifying opportunities for future development and improvement.

Connect Freight - a Victorian Government initiative to use information and communication technology to improve the Victorian freight and logistics industry.

Victorian rail access regime - an open access regime exists on freight rail lines in Victoria.

Women in Freight Logistics and Marine Management scholarship - offered to women completing advanced qualifications in the freight, logistics or marine-related fields.

Load Permits for travelling across train and tram lines - application details for the permits required when taking large loads over rail lines throughout Victoria.

Intermodal terminals - developing locations for the transfer of freight from one transport mode to another, for example between road and rail.
- an independent industry advisory body that provides advice to government.