In 2004, Andrew Folker joined MaxiTRANS to fill a temporary position. Fast forward to now, and he’s kicking goals as the technical product manager at MaxiTRANS’ Ballarat manufacturing facility.
Freighter stands the test of time with Ross Transport
To mark the 75th anniversary of the iconic Freighter badge in Australia, we caught up with one of the brand’s most loyal supporters, Ross Transport in Port Kembla, to find out why the trailers have been such an integral part of their business over the years.
Strong family ties
Jack Hellyer bought his first Freighter trailer in 1990. Since then the fleet at Victorian-based JL Transport has grown close to 60 trailers, with the majority of them Freighter.
Freighter range celebrates 75 years
It was 75 years ago that the Freighter products rolled onto Australian roads. Now, as the trailer brand celebrates its latest milestone, it reflects on a long and rich history.
Converter dolly makes waves
From proof of concept to national industry recognition, the ATA’s Industry Technical Council Converter Dolly Project has had a significant impact in the trucking industry, revolutionising the dolly market.
Unprecedented demand for bulk haulage vehicles
Grain harvesters are reaping the golden crop across Victoria, South Australia and New South Wales to a happy tune for farmers, and bank managers. Read more
Helping customers to invest in new equipment
Australian trailer manufacturer MaxiTRANS has voiced its support for the Federal Government’s latest tax incentives, which aim to assist Australian businesses to invest, grow and create more jobs.
MaxiTRANS opens new heavy-duty trailer facility
MaxiTRANS has opened its new heavy-duty trailer manufacturing facility in Carole Park, Queensland. Read more
MaxiTRANS raises money for ‘R U OK? Day’
MaxiTRANS has raised another $15,000 for ‘R U OK? Day, through an annual initiative that seeks to raise funds for the mental health and suicide prevention campaign.
MaxiTRANS increases production to meet heightened demand
Despite the current COVID-19 pandemic, MaxiTRANS has revealed its plans to press on with increasing its levels of production to support heightened demand among its semi-trailer brands.