As Australia’s freight sector braces for long-term growth, MegaTrans 2026 offers a chance to envision where the industry is heading – and where the conversation needs to go next.
Australia’s freight and logistics industry continues to adapt in response to rising demand, changing consumer expectations, and the constraints of existing infrastructure. With pressure on supply chains intensifying, businesses are searching for new ways to lift performance and build resilience for the years ahead.
MegaTrans 2026, taking place in Melbourne on 16–17 September, is designed to meet that moment. More than an exhibition, the event acts as a meeting ground for operators, suppliers, technology providers, and policymakers to exchange ideas, share experiences, and explore what’s next for the sector.
Matt Edgar, product marketing manager at Allotrac, said the timing is right.
“The real challenge in freight today isn’t just volume – its complexity. As the industry grows, the systems supporting it need to become more connected, more scalable, and more collaborative,” Edgar said. “Events like MegaTrans are critical because they bring the whole industry together – from business owners and operators to tech providers, government, and the thought leaders shaping what comes next.
“It’s one of the few forums where strategy meets execution, and where the conversations that shape the next decade of freight actually take place.”
Allotrac will showcase its transport management platform at the event, contributing to the growing discussion about digital tools and their role in efficiency, compliance, and sustainability.
“At MegaTrans 2026, we’ll be showcasing Allotrac.io – our next-generation platform built to simplify operations, reduce manual work, and help transport businesses scale with structure,” Edgar said. “Our focus is practical digitisation. We’re not selling a distant vision – we’re giving operators the tools to modernise their day-to-day. Whether it’s automating dispatch, replacing paper runsheets, or improving subcontractor visibility, Allotrac.io helps businesses run leaner, faster, and with more control.”
For Edgar, the biggest strength of an event like MegaTrans is the diversity of its audience – from infrastructure owners and technology startups to fleet managers, regulators, and educators.
“What sets MegaTrans apart is that it brings the full ecosystem together – not just tech partners, but solution providers, operators, government, infrastructure, and education – all under one roof,” he said. “For Allotrac, the value goes beyond visibility – it’s the quality of conversations and the decision-makers in the room.”
The long-term outlook underscores the importance of collaboration. Infrastructure Australia projects freight volumes will climb more than 26 per cent by 2050, demanding not just additional capacity but smarter use of existing assets. For Allotrac, being part of that broader discussion is essential.
“From a visibility perspective, it puts our brand directly in front of the people making decisions across transport, logistics, technology, and the broader supply chain,” Edgar said. “It’s not just about numbers – it’s the quality and relevance of the people in the room. We’re engaging with leaders who are actively looking to solve problems, form partnerships, and move their businesses forward.”
Beyond product demonstrations, Edgar believes the most valuable aspect of MegaTrans is the exchange of experiences between different players in the sector.
“We’re looking forward to honest conversations about what’s still slowing people down – whether it’s rekeying job details, chasing subcontractors, managing compliance manually, or reconciling finance across disconnected systems,” he said. “We want to speak directly with the people running transport day-to-day – dispatchers, schedulers, subcontractors, and finance teams – and hear where the friction really is.”
Looking ahead, Edgar sees automation and digitisation as pivotal, though their success relies on practical deployment and buy-in across businesses.
“Real progress comes from smarter systems, connected teams, and platforms that help teams do more with less. That’s exactly what we’re building with Allotrac.io,” he said. “Allie, our built-in AI assistant, helps teams create jobs, track vehicles, resolve issues, and generate reports instantly – without clicks or complexity.”
Sustainability also remains a key priority, with industry under mounting pressure to cut emissions and increase transparency. Edgar believes shared effort will be central to achieving that goal.
“The shift to sustainable, digitised logistics happens when the right people align around the right problems and start building smarter, more connected ways of working,” Edgar said. “These conversations don’t just highlight the challenges of disconnected systems – they lead to practical partnerships that replace manual processes with connected, digitised workflows.”
For him, MegaTrans stands out among the many forums on the logistics calendar because of its timing and scope.
“If you’re serious about modernising your operation, integrating your tools, or building something better for your customers and teams, this is where you need to be,” he said. “MegaTrans gives you the visibility, access, and context you won’t find anywhere else, and the opportunity to shape the future of freight alongside the people building it.”
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