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Linfox is proud to partner with Coles Group to welcome this Volvo FH electric prime mover to its transport network.   Mark Mazurek, Linfox CEO Australia and New Zealand said “This is a significant and exciting milestone in Linfox and Coles ongoing efforts to reduce our carbon footprints and create a more sustainable future. Without Coles’ commitment to sustainability and adaptability, this wouldn’t be possible.”

Last week, Linfox IT Test Manager Namrita Anchan took part in the Testing Talks by hosting a panel and sharing her expertise on the topic ‘Building Team Buy-In for a New Automation Framework or Tool.’   Namrita spoke about strategies and best practice approaches to effectively gain team support and commitment when introducing new automation technologies.   With over a decade of IT, Quality Management, and Stakeholder Engagement experience, Namrita is a respected leader and advocate for digital transformation, with relentless drive to integrate innovative practices.   Testing Talks brings industry-leading IT testers together to present practical material that attendees can apply to their own work. 

Linfox founder Lindsay Fox AC was a special guest as we officially launched our largest supersite in Laverton, Victoria yesterday.   The purpose-built, sustainable Linfox BevChain beverage distribution centre supports more than 14 major brands and valued customers across the beverage retail sector and Australian beverage manufacturers.   Spanning an impressive 70,000 square metres, the site has a 5 Star Green Star certification from the Green Building Council of Australia. Marking the launch of the beverage supersite with a ribbon cutting was Lindsay Fox AC, Minister for Ports and Freight the Hon. Melissa Horne, Linfox Executive Chairman, Peter Fox AM, Managing Director of Linfox Property Group, Andrew Fox and Linfox CEO Australia and New Zealand Mark Mazurek. Also in attendance was Australian Logistics Council CEO and Managing Director Hermione Parsons.   Linfox Executive Chairman, Peter Fox AM said, “This site is an absolute commitment of our family’s endeavour to leave the environment in a better condition than the way we found it.   “Our crucial investment and the scale of this site, reinforces our legacy as a trusted and safe partner in a competitive and growing market, as we work together to innovate and set new standards of excellence.”

Last week, our Government and Defence team attended the Australian Defence Magazine Women in Defence Awards 2024 at the National Arboretum in Canberra, including several integral Linfox G&D women. Natalie McRae from Linfox G&D was nominated for the Operations category. “I've been with Linfox for eight years, working my way from Site Supervisor to current role as Regional Manager NSW. I was proud to be nominated and it was a very inspiring night.” The 2024 Women in Defence Awards celebrated talented, determined, successful women who make a positive impact in the defence business arena, as members of Defence industry, Australian Public Service (APS) or in uniform. 

With the health and safety of our team members our number one priority, Linfox is proud to have been part of this six-week health trial.  

At Linfox we are proud to give back to the community. Members from our Intermodal team in West Melbourne recently volunteered at Foodbank Victoria and helped pack the equivalent of 11,952 meals for Victorians doing it tough. Linfox President Intermodal Cameron Trewin said, “We are always willing to put our hand up to help out when needed. This was a great way to support the important work of Foodbank Victoria.” Pictured: Alex Hannah, John Makris, Nicky Wilcox, Penelope Zouch, Craig Hendriks, Andrea Donovan  

Linfox is getting behind the national Stop the Hack campaign during this Cyber Awareness month. With cyber threats evolving rapidly, we’re raising awareness about four simple actions people can take to safeguard information: 1. Activate multifactor authentication 2. Apply updates to software 3. Avoid password reuse 4. Ask yourself “could this be a phishing email?” Linfox is committed to making sure we have the most robust systems in place to quickly recognise and respond to any potential threats.

Linfox President, Corporate Services Doug Fryer APM GAICD joined government and industry leaders across the country at the 2024 National Preparedness Summit in Canberra, which aims to improve Australia’s preparedness, response and recovery to natural disasters and catastrophic events. With a panel of other industry leaders, Doug shared Linfox expertise and experience as part of a dedicated discussion about the role the private sector plays during crisis and natural disasters. These insights serve as a timely reminder ahead of the higher risk weather season between October and April when bushfires, heatwaves, flooding, and tropical cyclones are more likely.    Doug said: “Linfox safety standards, expertise, relationships, network and infrastructure allow us to respond and find solutions quickly. We are proud to be able to help communities, and of our capability to ensure people have access to essential goods during times of need.” Pictured left to right: Joe Buffone PSM GAICD; Doug Fryer APM GAICD and Hermione Parsons

Our Government and Defence team proudly represented Linfox at the Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition 2024 last week. Linfox provides warehousing and distribution for all Australian Government and Defence agencies, with specialist and unmatched expertise in the handling of sensitive and general inventory. Linfox President Government and Defence, Richard Conron said “As the trusted prime contractor for the Australian Defence Force since 2013, it was great to meet and connect with international defence, government, military and industry delegates and share our expertise.” 

Innovation, insights and wisdom were shared as the 2023 and 2024 Graduate Cohorts reconnected last week for the Linfox Graduate Conference.   The conference is a testament to Linfox’s investment and focus on growing our own, with deliberate practice activities developing skills from the ground up. The graduate conference explored foundational leadership skills, such as how to have crucial conversations and the importance of wellbeing.   Omar Elfawal said “Participating in this leadership conference enhanced my perspective on what it means to lead effectively in today’s dynamic workplace. A key insight that stood out for me was the pivotal role of communication; how tone, body language, and authenticity influence every interaction. As leaders, we have the ability to create an environment of trust, integrity, and collaboration, where we inspire those around us to bring out their best and contribute to our shared success.”   Find out more about Linfox’s graduate program https://lnkd.in/eyismSJM   Apply now for our 2026 graduate program. https://lnkd.in/gxZi4T2A