Freighter

Freighter Group is a manufacturer of locally-produced, heavy-duty road transport trailer solutions that has been synonymous with Australian road transport since 1946. The company designs and manufactures a comprehensive range of trailers through its market-leading brands, including Freighter, Maxi-CUBE, Hamelex, Trout River, Lusty EMS and AZMEB. With over 75 years of industry knowledge, Freighter Group combines engineering expertise with customer consultation to deliver innovative trailer solutions that enhance operational safety, efficiency and reliability for transport operators across the country.

Freighter Group specialises in manufacturing trailers for general freight, containerisation, infrastructure, refrigerated transport, agriculture, mining and waste management sectors. The company is recognised as the single biggest producer of Performance Based Standards (PBS) approved trailer combinations in Australia, with a dedicated team of engineers capable of designing PBS-compliant solutions tailored to specific freight tasks and regulatory requirements. Each sector receives specialised trailer designs, from the Freighter Skel range for containerisation to the Freighter Freez-R refrigerated units and Lusty EMS agricultural chassis.

Headquartered in Wendouree, Victoria, Freighter Group operates a significant parts, service and sales support network throughout Australia, ensuring customers have access to support wherever they operate. The company differentiates itself through its long-term partnership approach, combining extensive manufacturing capability with comprehensive after-sales support including 24-hour roadside assistance, trailer telematics, truck and trailer wash services and warranty coverage. Clients choose Freighter Group for its proven track record of delivering high-quality, locally-manufactured solutions backed by nationwide infrastructure and technical expertise.