Marley’s Transport Leading the (Volvo) Charge in Ag Transport

News

9 Apr

Marley’s Transport, a leading provider of transportation solutions for the agricultural industry have solidified their commitment to the transportation industry, announcing they have taken delivery of their first electric truck, a Volvo FM.

The Volvo EV, delivered by Truck Centre WA, will be integrated into Marley’s fleet to service their customers in transporting produce and delivering supplies to the agricultural industry. This strategic move aligns with the company’s broader sustainability initiatives and demonstrates its dedication to adopting innovative technologies that benefit both the environment and the agricultural community.

Frank Marley, Owner of Marleys Transport reflected on the company’s progression “my dad always said “if you don’t stay at the front, you will get left behind” which is a value we have always lived by. For us, this truck signifies our commitment to leading from the front with sustainability and alternative fuels.”

Marley’s Transport will continue to explore opportunities to expand its fleet and adopt other eco-friendly practices to further its sustainability goals, continuing in their philosophy of leading from the front.

Volvo Trucks Australia Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Tom Chapman says, “Marley’s have a proud history of innovating to find efficiencies across their business and I’m sure their pursuit of sustainable transport solutions and their embrace of emerging technology will serve them well into the future.”

To date, more than 80 Battery Electric Volvo Trucks have been delivered in Australia, with Volvo setting a target of having 50 per cent of its global volume as either battery electric or hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks by 2030.

The Australian manufacture of Volvo Trucks battery electric vehicles is set to take place at Volvo Group Australia’s Wacol factory from as soon as 2028.

About Marley’s Transport

Marley’s Transport is a proudly family run and owned company for 55 years with their core business carting bulk agricultural commodities, hauling grain, fertiliser, lime, livestock and pelletised feed. Their customer base includes CBH, Weston Animal Nutrition, Milne Agrigroup, Westpork, Viterra and Wheatbelt farmers to name a few.