The first freight train for Crawfords Freightlines arrived at Werris Creek on Wednesday 12th June, carrying 52 FEU, signalling the unofficial opening of the Werris Creek Intermodal Hub. The freight terminal was built in 7 months, an achievement that couldn’t have succeeded without the assistance and commitment of Liverpool Plains Shire Council and ARTC (Australian…
On Thursday, 23 May 2019, the Crawfords’ team came together to support the Cancer Council by participating in Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea. Jess, a member of our team, created many delicious treats, which were enjoyed by everybody in exchange for a small donation. We raised a large amount for the cancer council, including a donation by…
On Friday, 12 April 2019, members of the Crawfords team at Sandgate, Newcastle, along with representatives of our client and neighbouring site Sibelco, attended an informative presentation from Chief Inspector Phillip Brooks of the NSW Police Force. The focus of the presentation was on the impact of fatigue on heavy vehicle safety and compliance. The…
Crawfords Freightlines Werris Creek intermodal terminal is progressing well and is on track for our opening in early May. The weighbridge, amenities and office block are currently being installed and are likely to be completed over the next few weeks. Two new drivers have been employed and have commenced carting in product to finalise the…
Crawfords Freightlines had the honour of participating in Goulburn’s Convoy for Kids on Saturday 10 November 2018. Two of our trucks and a ute joined the fleet of 165 vehicles in the parade through the centre of Goulburn. Convoy for Kids is run by volunteers with all the funds raised staying in the local community…
Crawfords Freightlines will soon commence construction of a new intermodal rail facility in Werris Creek. The Development Application was approved by Liverpool Plains Shire Council on 11th September 2018 and work has now begun on the site to prepare the land for construction. The facility will revitalise the region by initially offering employment to a…
Crawfords Freightlines had the opportunity of supporting the Mechanical Maintenance Week for Drought Relief in August 2018. The week-long event organised by Cameron Waters, from Waters Mechanical Repairs, was arranged to assist regional farmers and their families who needed maintenance work on their properties. Mr Waters placed a call to the Hunter community for donations…
Crawford Freightlines has extended their east coast road freight fleet with the addition of eight new trucks. This takes our total fleet number past 100, offering significant capacity for road freight services. We have acquired three Western Star 4800s, two Kenworth T909s, and three Kenworth T610s. We welcome in the new fleet with their style,…
Crawfords recent award of a contract by Heron Resources Limited to provide road and rail transportation services for its Woodlawn Zinc-Cooper Project in New South Wales is the latest in a succession of gains in the Goulburn area. As recognised in the local media, Crawfords has picked up significant business on the southern rail corridor,…
Crawfords Freightlines Pty Ltd has been awarded a significant road and rail transportation services contract by Heron Resources Limited for its Woodlawn Zinc-Cooper Project in New South Wales. Expected to commence in late 2018, Crawfords will be moving zinc, copper, and lead mineral concentrates from the mine site to Port Kembla and Botany Bay. Crawfords…