Freight
Meeting Australia's growing freight task is one of the most significant challenges facing governments in Australia. The domestic freight task has increased 50% in the 10 years to 2016 and is forecast to grow another 26% by 2026. Against this backdrop, the ARA is working with governments and industry on behalf of our members to get more freight on to rail, and to improve the efficiency and productivity of Australia’s rail freight supply chains. Achieving modal shift to rail is also critical to increasing economic growth, improving the liveability of our cities and supporting regional communities.
Fast Facts
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Rail is a smarter economic choice for freight haulage for Australia. One freight train from Melbourne to Sydney replaces 110 semi-trailers travelling on the road.
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Rail is up to 9 times safer than road freight.
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Containerised Rail is the most cost effective form for inter-capital freight transport.
ARA Ten Point Freight Plan
Rail Freight and Ports Group
Links
Rail Freight and Ports Executive Committee 2020-22 Strategic Plan