The Australian Logistics Council (ALC) has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to establish a National Fuel Supply Taskforce, highlighting the critical role fuel plays in keeping Australia’s supply chains moving. With diesel underpinning freight and logistics nationwide, recent global disruptions—particularly escalating conflict in the Middle East—have placed significant pressure on supply, costs, and network capacity. ALC says the taskforce is a timely step toward stronger coordination between government and industry, while also calling for improved visibility across fuel markets, better utilisation of rail, and consideration of short-term relief measures such as adjustments to fuel excise.