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Carter Heavy Haulage is an award winning transport and logistics company  with a strong reputation for safety, reliable equipment and exceptional customer service.

Our blogs are our way of giving you that little bit extra when it comes to knowing our business, team, fleet, areas of expertise and unique insights into the heavy haulage industry.

We guarantee that if you are looking for a company you can rely on to get the job done right, you are looking for Carter Heavy Haulage.

Our blogs contain interesting insights into the day to day operations of the heavy haulage industry including our approach to compliance and safety in the transport industry.

You might be interested to understand more about how the heavy vehicle haulage industry dealt with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, or the role we play in assisting during times of natural disaster.

Have you ever wanted to understand more about the daily life of a truck driver, or how they cope with long stints on the road? You’ll gain those insights by reading our blogs.

We have built our solid reputation through providing exceptional customer service, a safety record that is second to none, and professional and reliable service that meets the needs of our clients. We’re pleased to be able to share what we do with you through these blogs.

Carter Heavy Haulage is also active in the community and love to give back through charity. We believe supporting our local communities is just as important as us delivering quality outcomes to our clients.

Since 2013, Carter Heavy Haulage have been providing transport solutions from it’s home base in the Hunter region to locations throughout the eastern seaboard, regional New South Wales and across the Nullabor to Western Australia.

Check out our Carter Heavy Haulage blogs to learn more!

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National Safe Work Month 2023

In the fast-paced world of the 21st century, the health and wellbeing of employees have become paramount, especially in industries known for their high-stress environments, such as the transport industry. As we approach National Safe Work Month in October 2023, it’s the perfect time to shine a spotlight on the importance of prioritising health and ...

Read More
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Melodies of Country Music 

The melodies of country music have always held a special place in our life. That much our son was named after country music superstar Toby Keith  However, last week we embarked on a musical journey that was not only about the tunes but also about creating unforgettable memories. As proud parents, we had the incredible ...

Read More
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Company logo rolls on

Since the humble beginnings of our transport company, Josh and I have together taken on many roles. My business acumen and Josh’s operational skills and knowledge of the industry was certainly a recipe for success. Whereas Josh’s passion for trucking and the Kenworth brand ran deep, haulage and its equipment were foreign to me. As ...

Read More
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Jake Perrett named Road Freight NSW Professional Driver of the Year

It was a triumph for driver and employer when Road Freight NSW named Carter Heavy Haulage & Transport’s Jake Perrett its Professional Driver of the Year at the organisation’s 2023 Excellence Awards. RFNSW combined a conference with a special ceremony at Dockside, Cockle Bay Wharf in Sydney on Thursday 2 March, recognising the outstanding contributions its ...

Read More
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Supporting local innovation with AllQuip Water Trucks

With a major project in the works for Hunter Quarries, AllQuip Water Trucks needed local transport expertise to achieve their desired outcome. The job seemed like familiar territory. To provide safe and quality assured transport from one location in the Hunter to the next. But this job was much bigger than that. This was a ...

Read More
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The impact of COVID-19 on the Transport Industry

Truckies managing the pressure as essential workers As the pandemic continues to impact our community and country, we’d like to take a moment to reflect on the impact of COVID-19 on the transport industry, as well as the individual essential workers. We are reminded daily of the number of people being cared for by health ...

Read More
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Getting the job done | Mining equipment transport solutions

Challenge When G&C Hannah Transport needed assistance transporting mining equipment from Newcastle to a mine site in Port Hedland in WA, experience told them to look no further than our team. Having been referred to us in the past and impressed by the ease in which we make things happen, G&C Hannah Office Manager, Kylie ...

Read More
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Expanding our fleet and capacity with The Drake Group

We’re excited to begin 2021 with a new addition to our fleet – the 5x8 Swing Wing trailer from The Drake Group! By adding this state of the art trailer to our fleet, we can ensure that our company provides the haulage capability of a large commercial enterprise, while still retaining the personal touch of a community focused small business.

Read More
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The Carter Heavy Haulage story

By Leonnie Carter To know the story of how the Carter Heavy Haulage & Transport company started, we need to drive you back to 2012. Trucking has always run deep in the blood of Josh Carter (Company Director), after devoting most of his childhood to his grandfather, Ken and his local transport company.  So much ...

Read More
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Why we choose Kenworth for the long haul

Kenworth’s number one mission is to provide the world’s best trucks. And as a company that provides leading transport solutions, it’s no surprise that we’ve developed a strong alliance. Kenworth trucks, and Carter Heavy Haulage – the perfect partnership!​ From day one, we have chosen to use Kenworth trucks in our business. But our love ...

Read More
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Loading and unloading equipment – our safety procedures

Loading and unloading equipment should only be done by people with the relevant knowledge and experience. Heavy loads can be extremely dangerous if not handled correctly. At Carter Heavy Haulage, we believe the safety of our team, and your equipment is paramount, so we take loading procedures very seriously.  Loading and unloading equipment: our approach ...

Read More
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COVID-19 and transport industry workplace safety

How Carter Heavy Haulage is protecting our people and our business It’s hard to take a step without hearing the words Coronavirus or COVID-19, particularly within the transport industry.With the constant flow of news (some real, some fake!), it is easy to get overwhelmed … so we want to take a moment to assure our ...

Read More
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Carter Heavy Haulage and Transport commits to industry-leading safety in the Hunter

When it comes to safety in the workplace, Carter Heavy Haulage and Transport (CHHT) believes in going above and beyond industry requirements.  Our team provides leading end-to-end transport and logistics solutions to meet our customer and client’s requirements. Without dedication and passion for ensuring our services operate in a safe, reliable and professional manner and our vehicles are ...

Read More

National Safe Work Month 2023

In the fast-paced world of the 21st century, the health and wellbeing of employees have become paramount, especially in industries known for their high-stress environments, such as the transport industry. As we approach National Safe Work Month in October 2023, it’s the perfect time to shine a spotlight on the importance of prioritising health and safety in the workplace, and …

Read More

Melodies of Country Music 

The melodies of country music have always held a special place in our life. That much our son was named after country music superstar Toby Keith  However, last week we embarked on a musical journey that was not only about the tunes but also about creating unforgettable memories. As proud parents, we had the incredible privilege of taking our son …

Read More

Company logo rolls on

Since the humble beginnings of our transport company, Josh and I have together taken on many roles. My business acumen and Josh’s operational skills and knowledge of the industry was certainly a recipe for success. Whereas Josh’s passion for trucking and the Kenworth brand ran deep, haulage and its equipment were foreign to me. As was branding. Nevertheless, I have …

Read More

Jake Perrett named Road Freight NSW Professional Driver of the Year

It was a triumph for driver and employer when Road Freight NSW named Carter Heavy Haulage & Transport’s Jake Perrett its Professional Driver of the Year at the organisation’s 2023 Excellence Awards. RFNSW combined a conference with a special ceremony at Dockside, Cockle Bay Wharf in Sydney on Thursday 2 March, recognising the outstanding contributions its members make to the industry. …

Read More

Supporting local innovation with AllQuip Water Trucks

With a major project in the works for Hunter Quarries, AllQuip Water Trucks needed local transport expertise to achieve their desired outcome. The job seemed like familiar territory. To provide safe and quality assured transport from one location in the Hunter to the next. But this job was much bigger than that. This was a unique project in the region …

Read More

The impact of COVID-19 on the Transport Industry

Truckies managing the pressure as essential workers As the pandemic continues to impact our community and country, we’d like to take a moment to reflect on the impact of COVID-19 on the transport industry, as well as the individual essential workers. We are reminded daily of the number of people being cared for by health workers as they battle the …

Read More

Getting the job done | Mining equipment transport solutions

Challenge When G&C Hannah Transport needed assistance transporting mining equipment from Newcastle to a mine site in Port Hedland in WA, experience told them to look no further than our team. Having been referred to us in the past and impressed by the ease in which we make things happen, G&C Hannah Office Manager, Kylie Bassula said we were the …

Read More

Expanding our fleet and capacity with The Drake Group

We’re excited to begin 2021 with a new addition to our fleet – the 5×8 Swing Wing trailer from The Drake Group! By adding this state of the art trailer to our fleet, we can ensure that our company provides the haulage capability of a large commercial enterprise, while still retaining the personal touch of a community focused small business.

Read More

The Carter Heavy Haulage story

By Leonnie Carter To know the story of how the Carter Heavy Haulage & Transport company started, we need to drive you back to 2012. Trucking has always run deep in the blood of Josh Carter (Company Director), after devoting most of his childhood to his grandfather, Ken and his local transport company.  So much so that when Josh completed …

Read More

Why we choose Kenworth for the long haul

Kenworth’s number one mission is to provide the world’s best trucks. And as a company that provides leading transport solutions, it’s no surprise that we’ve developed a strong alliance. Kenworth trucks, and Carter Heavy Haulage – the perfect partnership!​ From day one, we have chosen to use Kenworth trucks in our business. But our love for these vehicles began much …

Read More

Loading and unloading equipment – our safety procedures

Loading and unloading equipment should only be done by people with the relevant knowledge and experience. Heavy loads can be extremely dangerous if not handled correctly. At Carter Heavy Haulage, we believe the safety of our team, and your equipment is paramount, so we take loading procedures very seriously.  Loading and unloading equipment: our approach To ensure equipment is loaded …

Read More

COVID-19 and transport industry workplace safety

How Carter Heavy Haulage is protecting our people and our business It’s hard to take a step without hearing the words Coronavirus or COVID-19, particularly within the transport industry.With the constant flow of news (some real, some fake!), it is easy to get overwhelmed … so we want to take a moment to assure our staff, customers, and their loved …

Read More

Carter Heavy Haulage and Transport commits to industry-leading safety in the Hunter

When it comes to safety in the workplace, Carter Heavy Haulage and Transport (CHHT) believes in going above and beyond industry requirements.  Our team provides leading end-to-end transport and logistics solutions to meet our customer and client’s requirements. Without dedication and passion for ensuring our services operate in a safe, reliable and professional manner and our vehicles are maintained to an optimum level, …

Read More
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The Carter Heavy Haulage Story

Established in 2013, Carter Heavy Haulage & Transport is proud to be one of the leading providers of heavy haulage and logistics services in the Hunter region. Inspired when on holiday in Noosa, Leonnie and Josh Carter made the decision to combine their business and transport knowledge to bring Carter Heavy Haulage to life.