Linfox is now part of the biggest single delivery of heavy duty electric trucks in Australia.
The logistics titan has accepted ten electric Volvo prime movers during a handover ceremony in Brisbane.
Staged at Linfox’s Willawong site in Brisbane, the delivery marks a pivotal moment for Australian manufacturing, with Volvo Trucks Australia confirming it will build the first-ever Australian-made heavy duty electric trucks at its Wacol plant next year.
Ten of the electric trucks in the landmark order of 30 in total will carry the Australian Made label.
It likely positions Volvo at the forefront of creating a new electric truck manufacturing sector in Australia, tailored, the OEM notes, to the country’s unique heavy transport needs and conditions.
“Manufacturing a significant portion of these electric trucks locally is a key pillar of our long-term vision for Australia,” said Martin Merrick, President of Volvo Group Australia.
“We are dedicated to establishing a thriving electric truck manufacturing industry that will create skilled jobs, drive innovation, and accelerate the uptake of zero-emission transport solutions across the Australian road transport sector.”
The massive order with Linfox will consist of 29 FM Electric units and one FH Electric model.
Linfox has already successfully trialled Volvo electric trucks, beginning with two vehicles in 2021 and expanding to four in 2023.
The milestone delivery and announcement included appearances from Volvo Group President and CEO Martin Lundstedt, and Roger Alm, President of Volvo Trucks, who have travelled from Sweden with Volvo executives, and also Linfox Executive Chairman Peter Fox AM for the official handover.
“Linfox is excited to partner with Volvo in driving the future and leading sustainable logistics in Australia. Further electrifying our fleet sets the standard for us and our customers and the entire industry,” said Executive Chairman of Linfox, Peter Fox.
“As a proud Australian company, it is our great pleasure to take ownership of the first Australian-made heavy duty electric vehicles.”
Martin Lundstedt, President and CEO of Volvo Group, said the handover signified the dawning of a new era for Australian manufacturing.
“This landmark order from Linfox, coupled with our commitment to build a third of these electric vehicles right here in Australia, demonstrates our confidence in the local industry’s potential to lead the way in sustainable heavy transport, perfectly suited to Australia’s demanding distances and conditions,” he said.
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