Freight Priorities for a Modern Network
The government introduced the National Freight and Supply Chain Strategy to enhance logistics efficiency and resilience. It focuses on productivity, decarbonization, and better data usage to support policy and investment decisions.
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Officials emphasized a five-year National Action Plan to streamline infrastructure decisions and respond faster to disruptions. Advanced modeling will help predict future freight needs and optimize network performance nationwide.
Industry leaders backed the strategy, noting rail plays a pivotal role in achieving emissions targets. They stressed that shifting more goods to rail reduces congestion, lowers costs, and supports sustainable growth across regions.
Freight and Decarbonization Goals
Infrastructure Minister Catherine King highlighted that reliable freight networks keep Australia moving. She emphasized that strong, efficient systems are vital as demand increases, and sustainability must remain a priority for every sector.
Australasian Railway Association CEO Caroline Wilkie noted that moving more goods by rail could immediately cut emissions. She urged the government and industry to work together to accelerate decarbonization efforts and modernize rail operations.