The NewVolt Network says it will deliver price certain reliable energy through a national network of shared charging infrastructure, exclusively for the transport industry.
NewVolt will begin rolling out its first phase of 14 charging sites from 2025 with a plan to establish the foundational infrastructure for electric trucking.
It intends launching its first charging hub in the strategic Melbourne inner west freight corridor, fostering a seamless transition for early adopters of electric trucking.
Collaborations with industry bodies, logistics operators, end buyers, and government authorities have been initiated to promote the adoption of electric trucks, setting the stage for a sustainable freight ecosystem, the company says.
From 2026-2032, NewVolt expects to have a network of about 40 charging sites supporting the lowest freight cost delivery for key logistics routes in Australia, covering the Hume Highway and major freight corridors, intermodals and ports in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.
That’s likely to extend to 60 sites by about 2040, NewVolt aiming to have a 50% electric fleet on the road.
“The network’s expansion to the Pacific, Newell, Sturt and Western highways, alongside six-eight hubs in each metropolitan city has been successful, making electric trucking accessible across the eastern and southern seaboard,” it forecasts.
“Our access to abundant renewable energy and innovative solutions continue to drive down operational costs, demonstrating the economic viability and environmental benefits of electric logistics.”
