Local businesses invited to discover opportunities to supply Inland Rail
Inland Rail and construction contractor, John Holland will host a series of information sessions for local and First Nations businesses looking to supply the Inland Rail project.
August 22, 2024
The three information and networking sessions will highlight the supply, workforce, skills and training opportunities available to local businesses on the Inland Rail Beveridge to Albury (B2A) Tranche 2 project.
Construction will commence in 2025 at Benalla, Euroa, the Hume Freeway – Tallarook & Seymour, Wandong and Broadford and include replacing road bridges, lowering rail tracks, and station modifications to enable the safe operation of double-stacked freight trains.
John Holland is keen to hear from local businesses expressing their interest to supply a range of services including labour, quarry material, industrial consumables, plant and equipment, non-destructive digging, road sweeping, CCTV inspection survey, and waste management.
Businesses are encouraged to register for their preferred work packages published on the ICN Gateway
To register to attend an event or for more information visit the Inland Rail website.
Meet the contractor sessions
Broadford
- Tuesday 10 September, 6pm-8pm
- Broadford Bowling Club, 148 High Street, Broadford
Euroa
- Monday 16 September, 6pm-8pm
- Euroa Memorial Oval Function Rooms, 7 Slee Street, Euroa
Benalla
- Tuesday 17 September, 6pm-8pm
- Benalla Lakeside Community Centre, Benalla Showgrounds (via Arundel Street), Benalla
Ed Walker, Inland Rail Delivery Director B2A said:
“We have already spent $89 million with 276 local businesses in regional Victoria since construction of the project began.
“These events provide an opportunity to listen to the needs of local businesses and highlight the opportunities to work on the project.
“We want to see more local and First Nations businesses win contracts on the Inland Rail project and maximise the economic benefit along the alignment.”
Steve Butcher, John Holland Executive General Manager – Rail and Transport said:
“We’re focused on creating ongoing benefits for the community, the relationships we establish with communities and businesses now will help prepare regions for the long-term economic opportunities that come with the Inland Rail project.
“We are committed to working in partnership with local and First Nations businesses to create meaningful opportunities that deliver lasting benefits for individuals, their families and their communities.”
Dean Valentic, John Holland B2A Tranche 2 Project Director, added:
“We look forward to meeting local businesses across Broadford, Euroa, and Benalla and discussing the exciting outcomes and opportunities available to work with us on the project.”
