TGE and Coca-Cola extend partnership with new fleet

Team Global Express and Coca-Cola Europacific Partners have launched a new co-branded fleet to mark a four-decade partnership.

The first eight co-livery rigid trucks sets are now delivering across Central and North Queensland, travelling routes through Rockhampton, Mackay, Townsville, Cairns and Mount Isa.

A total of 14 new vehicles have been purchased to support the co-branded livery partnership, with the full fleet expected to be on the road by March.

The rollout follows a new contract between Team Global Express and Coca-Cola Europacific Partners for the North Queensland network – extending one of the longest-standing logistics partnerships in either company’s history to 45 years upon completion.

“Our co-branded fleet of 14 rigid trucks reflects the decades of trust and shared standards that have defined this partnership,” said Executive General Manager, Intermodal and Specialised, Fleet and Strategy, Mario Philippou.

“As both businesses have grown and adapted to meet the needs of an increasingly demanding market, the strength of our commercial and professional relationship has only deepened.”

The partnership between Team Global Express and Coca-Cola Europacific Partners is underpinned by close operational collaboration at every level, from drivers on the ground to each company’s executive leadership.

Further to its road network, Team Global Express also supports Coca-Cola Europacific Partners with high-volume freight movements across Central and North Queensland, and national rail solutions for finished goods.

“Our partnership with Team Global Express is central to how we deliver for customers and communities across Queensland,” said Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Director of Logistics – Australia, Phillip Parsons.

“For nearly 90 years, CocaCola has been made in Australia, and that strong local footprint remains fundamental to the way we operate.

“As one of Australia’s largest beverage manufacturers, with an operational presence in every state and territory, we’re proud to make, move and sell our drinks nationwide.

“Working with Team Global Express ensures our locally made beverages – crafted by Australians for Australians – reach Queenslanders efficiently, safely and sustainably.”

In other news, Team Global Express has deployed five co-branded semi-trailers in partnership with DuluxGroup.