Equipment Finance

If you supply the resources sector in Western Australia, there’s a good chance you’ve received a request for carbon footprint data. A major mining or energy client, or one of their procurement platforms, asking for your emissions data, your energy use, your fuel records. Often with a short deadline and a questionnaire that makes little sense when it arrives out of the blue. It can feel like an unreasonable ask. You’re a crane hire company, a maintenance contractor, a transport operator, not a listed miner. Why is their reporting suddenly your problem? Here’s the short answer: it isn’t going away,...

The new WA Civil Infrastructure 10 Year Outlook report, commissioned by the Civil Contractors Federation Western Australia (CCF WA) and written by Oxford Economics, highlights a $208 billion pipeline of civil construction work ahead in WA over the next decade. This independent assessment provides valuable insight to assist CCF WA Members with strategic investment, planning, and resource allocation, while also strengthening CCF WA’s advocacy to Government. Key Findings from the Report Current Activity: Civil construction activity in WA grew 15% in FY2025 to $18.2 billion, driven by increases in electricity, water, and sewerage projects. Roads and railways, however, declined for the...

Effective working capital management plays a vital role in maintaining liquidity, facilitating day-to-day operations and fostering sustainable growth for your business. By adopting the right working capital solutions, businesses can effectively address cash flow challenges and leverage flexible financial strategies that enhance the efficiency of their available funds. Let’s delve into some strategies you can use to help you boost your cash flow, streamline operations, and bolster your business’s financial health, all while unlocking valuable growth opportunities. What Are Working Capital Solutions? Working capital solutions encompass a variety of financial strategies and tools that help businesses to effectively manage their...

As the leading freight forwarder in Australia for transporting machinery, equipment, components and parts domestically and internationally, NMT is here this month to provide a supply chain update – particularly on shipping delays as we head into the New Year. Australian Port Congestion Australian break bulk ports across the country have been regularly congested since 2020, starting with the costs of container shipments increasing to over 6000 USD per 20ft – resulting in many shipments being de-consolidated and shipped via break bulk. This was not limited to small machines and cars but also general cargo. Container freight rates were reduced...