Asixa keeps on truckin’

Victorian Transport Association president Brendan Hopley, Asixa chief executive officer Simone Turner and Minister for Manufacturing David Hodgett. 127175_01 Picture: CONTRIBUTED

By BEN CAMERON

PAKENHAM freight and logistics company Asixa has confirmed its status as a true freight leader in the state, after collecting two prestigious industry awards for its humanitarian efforts and commitment to professional development.
Asixa took out the Humanitarian or Defence Transport and/or Logistics Award at the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Australia Annual Awards for Excellence, for its contribution to the Victorian Government’s Charity Freight Service.
The service is a multi-million dollar initiative providing a distribution pool for more than 16 major charity groups supporting people in need all over the state, including the Salvation Army, Red Cross, St Vincent De Paul Society Victoria and Foodbank Victoria.
Asixa also received the Australian Transport and Logistics Investment in People Award at the Australian Freight Industry Awards, for its company-wide approach to training and people development.
Asixa Chief Executive Officer Simone Turner said the two awards recognised the organisation’s commitment to both the industry and its people.
“We have always believed that Asixa is not just a logistics business, but also a people’s business,” Ms Turner said.
“Our hard-working, loyal and talented team are the cornerstone of the organisation, and have driven our business onwards and upwards.
“Whether it is transporting donated furniture for the Salvation Army or fresh food for Foodbank Victoria, it is pleasing to know that every consignment we carry for the Charity Freight Service is going to have a positive impact on Victorians.”