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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,...

The Australian Logistics Council (ALC) supports the Transport Security Amendment (Security of Australia’s Transport Sector) Bill 2024 and its goal of strengthening national transport security. ALC welcomes the proactive all-hazards approach but emphasises the importance of aligning cybersecurity reporting with existing frameworks to streamline compliance and reduce duplication. To ensure security measures enhance both resilience and efficiency, ALC recommends clear implementation guidance, structured industry consultation, and practical...

The ALC's 2025-26 Federal Budget submission focuses on enhancing supply chain resilience and sustainability. Key proposals include creating a National Freight Corridors Fund, improving rail infrastructure, boosting fuel security, and expanding workforce development initiatives. The submission also advocates for accelerating the transition to zero-emission vehicles through infrastructure upgrades, incentives, and fair pricing...

The Australian Logistics Council's (ALC) submission to South Australia’s 30-Year Transport Strategy highlights the critical role of supply chain systems in supporting economic growth, sustainability, and efficiency. The submission underscores the importance of integrating freight and logistics considerations into the strategy, with recommendations focusing on addressing policy imbalances favoring road transport, enhancing rail infrastructure, adopting decarbonisation measures, and improving data sharing and collaboration. The ALC emphasises the...

The Australian Logistics Council supports the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) Amendment Bill and Regulations as a critical step in enhancing safety, efficiency, and sustainability in Australia’s logistics sector. Key measures, including the National Audit Standard, increased vehicle mass and size allowances, and streamlined accreditation, aim to boost productivity while reducing compliance burdens. The ALC urges harmonised regulations, infrastructure upgrades, workforce strategies, and incentives for fleet sustainability to ensure effective...

The Australian Logistics Council endorses the establishment of the Paraffinic Diesel Standard. To ensure robust environmental and performance outcomes, the ALC advocates alignment with the European EN 15940 standard, particularly regarding Sulphur limits, and calls for quality controls on diesel blends, transparent labeling, and certification standards. By drawing on lessons from previous fuel mandates, the ALC recommends a regulatory framework that maintains fuel integrity, supports emissions reductions, and incentivizes the adoption of...

The Australian Logistics Council has formally endorsed the NHVR’s Draft Heavy Vehicle Productivity Plan 2024-2029, acknowledging its strategic alignment with Australia’s overarching objectives to advance productivity, safety, and sustainability within the freight sector. ALC is dedicated to collaborating closely with the NHVR and key stakeholders to transform this plan into tangible outcomes, fostering a safer, more sustainable, and exceptionally productive future for the Australian freight...

The Australian Logistics Council supports the NSW Government’s Freight Policy Reform Interim Directions Paper, recognising its value in addressing key issues in the state’s freight network. ALC advocates for a systems approach to supply chain management, a comprehensive Freight Master Plan, protection of industrial lands, and improved data sharing and infrastructure. ALC looks forward to collaborating with the NSW Government to ensure these reforms strengthen NSW’s freight system for future...