The Australian Logistics Council’s submission to the NSW Legislative Assembly Committee on Transport and Infrastructure’s Inquiry into Existing and Future Infrastructure Needed to Support Electric and Alternative Energy Source Vehicles highlights the critical importance of a freight-first approach to decarbonisation. Drawing on the practical experience of ALC members, the submission outlines targeted recommendations across infrastructure, regulation, land use, energy systems, and workforce development to enable a scalable transition to...
The Australian Logistics Council has welcomed Infrastructure Victoria’s Draft 30-Year Infrastructure Strategy (2025–2055) as an opportunity to elevate freight as a core pillar of the state’s infrastructure planning. In its submission, ALC advocates for freight to be recognised alongside transport, energy, water, and digital systems—reflecting its essential role in supporting economic growth, supply chain resilience, and emissions reduction. The submission outlines clear priorities, including the development of dedicated urban freight...
The ALC’s submission to Victoria’s 2026–30 Climate Change Strategy highlights the vital role freight transport can play in delivering meaningful emissions reductions. While freight accounts for a significant share of Victoria’s transport emissions, there is an opportunity to strengthen the Strategy by explicitly recognising the sector’s potential to support the state’s climate goals. ALC recommends incorporating freight as a priority area, aligning state actions with national freight and decarbonisation strategies, and supporting low-...
The ALC 2025–2026 Election Position Paper outlines key priorities to strengthen Australia’s freight and logistics sector. It calls for investment in integrated infrastructure, harmonised national regulations, and reforms to streamline freight approvals and heavy vehicle access. The paper highlights urgent workforce needs, advocating for diversity programs and better training pathways. It also emphasises supply chain resilience through improved risk management and disaster planning. On sustainability, the ALC proposes measures...
The Australian Logistics Council has welcomed the opportunity to submit to the NSW Government's Strategic Regional Integrated Transport Plans (SRITPs). This submission includes recommendations to strengthen the Plans by placing freight and logistics at the core of decision-making. ALC highlights gaps in freight network investment, land-use planning, and infrastructure integration that, if unaddressed, will increase costs, reduce efficiency, and impact NSW’s economic growth. ALC is calling for urgent action to prioritise freight rail capacity,...