NET Co-CEO Dan Bleakley speaks to ABC Radio about Australia’s fuel security

Australia’s reliance on imported diesel has once again come into focus amid growing geopolitical tensions and global fuel supply disruptions.

In this interview with ABC Radio Hobart, New Energy Transport Co-CEO Dan Bleakley discusses the implications of fuel shortages for Australia’s freight sector and why electrifying heavy road transport is critical for the country’s long-term energy security.

Australia currently imports the majority of its liquid fuels, leaving supply chains exposed to international events and price volatility. As freight operators move goods across long distances every day, disruptions to diesel supply can have immediate economic impacts.

Electric trucks offer a pathway to reducing this vulnerability. By powering freight with domestically generated renewable energy, Australia can build a more resilient, secure and sustainable logistics system.

Watch the full interview below to hear Dan’s perspective on how electrifying freight can strengthen Australia’s energy independence.