National transport company, XFM, has taken delivery of three new B-doubles.
The Vawdrey combinations are expected to provide XFM with greater flexibility and adaptability as it approaches an upcoming peak season.
XFM Managing Director, Les Sharp, told Trailer they allow the fleet to respond to a variety of route requirements and freight profile opportunities.
“The focus for XFM is always on being agile and responsive, and these standard combinations give us the versatility to move between metro, regional and interstate routes with ease and efficiency,” he said.
“Their reliability and configuration are proving ideal for an agile fleet operation like ours.”
A standout feature of the trailers is the full-length mezzanine floors which enable dual-deck loading.
The adjustable mezzanine decks allow XFM to tailor each load to meet specific customer requirements and freight profiles.
According to Sharp, they have proven to be valuable in managing a diverse range of freight types efficiently.
“This smarter use of space means we can move more freight per trip while remaining fully compliant with legal mass load regulations,” he told Trailer.
All three B-doubles have been deployed across a mix of local and linehaul routes in Victoria.
Their designs and configurations enable them to be positioned wherever required – be it in regional, metropolitan or linehaul operations.
Sharp said the combinations have already demonstrated their value in these operations by helping the fleet manage dynamic freight requirements and changing schedules.
“We’ve already put these trailers to work by handling increased freight volumes in Melbourne over the past few weeks,” he told Trailer.
“Their added capacity and flexible configuration have allowed us to scale up quickly and maintain service levels without disruption – a clear demonstration of the value that versatile, well-specified equipment brings to the fleet.”
The trailers are expected to result in positive impacts on fuel expenditure over the coming months.
Based on their performance so far, Sharp is forecasting that they will reduce the number of trips required and support a more efficient transport model.
This, in turn, will lower carbon emissions.
“It’s a benefit that aligns not only with our operational goals but also with our commitment to more sustainable freight solutions for the industry,” Sharp said.
“By reducing the number of heavy vehicle movements required, we help lower overall vehicle emissions and ease pressure on the road network.
“It’s a practical, forward-thinking solution that supports our focus on operational agility and sustainable transport outcomes.”
Two of the three B-double sets also feature unique Indigenous artwork on the curtains.
This inclusion is a visual representation for XFM, a Supply Nation Registered business, and its commitment to supporting First Nations culture.
“The artwork displayed on these trailers was created by renowned artist, Kevin Bynder,” Sharp said.
“With these large combinations travelling across the country every day, we saw a meaningful opportunity to celebrate the richness and diversity of First Nations culture.”
The three trailer sets follow an AB-triple road train which arrived in April.
According to Sharp, the business invested in these latest B-doubles to “strengthen its adaptability and readiness” on the back of consistent growth.
“These units help ensure we can respond swiftly to peaks in demand, shifts in freight types and changing route profiles all while maintaining the reliability our customers expect,” he told Trailer.
“As a business, we’re focused on scaling intelligently and responsibly, and having assets like these gives us the agility to do just that.”
