Volvo Partners with Foodbank NSW & ACT

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28 July

Foodbank NSW & ACT to Double Fresh Produce Deliveries With Support of New Volvo Truck and Refrigerated Trailer

Foodbank NSW & ACT is set to double the volume of fresh produce delivered through its pop up markets with the addition of a new Volvo Australian-made prime mover truck and refrigerated trailer.

The Volvo FH Globetrotter will help Foodbank NSW & ACT continue to distribute thousands of food relief orders every day, especially to regional communities, as demand for food relief has surged by 40% in recent years. The largest vehicle in the Foodbank NSW & ACT fleet, the advanced fuel efficiency is expected to reduce outsourced freight costs by approximately 10%, enabling more food to reach more people in need, more efficiently.

Built for Australian conditions at Volvo's Wacol facility in Brisbane and equipped with the latest safety features, the new truck has already had a significant impact delivering over 1,000 emergency hampers and six tonnes of fresh produce to communities impacted by the recent flooding in Northern NSW.

Tom Chapman, Vice President, Volvo Trucks Australia, said, “We're incredibly proud to partner with Foodbank NSW & ACT. Their vital work delivers essential food relief to Australians facing hunger daily, particularly in regional and remote areas. Volvo Trucks has a strong connection to Australia, with our trucks a familiar sight on roads across the country. This new Volvo Prime Mover strengthens our connection with local communities, empowering Foodbank NSW & ACT to double their fresh produce deliveries, while cutting freight costs.

Chapman added, “The Volvo FH Globetrotter is our flagship long-haul truck. Its advanced features are designed specifically for Australia’s demanding environment making it the perfect truck for Foodbank to respond quickly to the needs of Australian communities. We saw this in action during the recent Northern NSW floods, with the truck delivering vital supplies. We're excited to see it continue making a real difference for those who need it most.”

**L - R Foodbank NSW & ACT CEO John Robertson, Tracy Griffin (Volvo), The Hon. David Robert Harris, MP, Matt Woods (Volvo).**

John Robertson, CEO of Foodbank NSW & ACT, said, “Our new Volvo truck is already making a difference, helping us reach isolated communities quickly during emergencies and ongoing food relief operations. With more than 50% of our deliveries going to regional areas, this is a critical investment in getting fresh food to areas where food insecurity is the most severe with a reduced carbon footprint.”

The FH Globetrotter is one of Volvo’s iconic trucks capable of long-haul and regional-haul transport. With advanced technology designed to improve efficiency, the FH Globetrotter is the perfect vehicle for Foodbank NSW & ACT to reach more people in need. Certified ‘Australian Made’, Volvo’s Wacol plant has produced more than 80,000 trucks since 1972, supporting hundreds of local jobs and partnering with over 100 Australian suppliers.

The official launch for Foodbank NSW & ACT’s Volvo FH Globetrotter will take place on Thursday, 24 July 2025, at Foodbank’s Glendenning Distribution Centre.

**The Hon. David Robert Harris, MP attended last Thursday's launch, alongside Foodbank NSW & ACT CEO John Robertson**

About Foodbank NSW & ACT

Foodbank NSW & ACT is the state and territory’s largest food relief organisation, providing much-needed food assistance to individuals and families through our network of community partners across NSW and the ACT.

Our mission is to end hunger in our communities. We believe everyone should have access to the food they need, and we're here for everyday Australians who are going without.

If you or someone you know needs food support, visit Foodbank.org.au to see food relief services near you.