Keeping Fresh Produce Moving Across Australia With DRT Transport
DRT Transport, a fresh produce logistics specialist servicing Australia’s eastern states and South Australia, partnered with BTT Engineering to overcome access limitations, enhance fleet productivity, and streamline regulatory compliance. With stringent delivery schedules and high standards for produce quality, DRT needed smarter vehicle combinations and dependable support to maintain service reliability while navigating the technical and regulatory challenges of PBS and NHVR frameworks.
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Unlocking Productivity with a PBS-Compliant Fleet
To increase freight capacity and improve delivery efficiency, DRT began shifting to Performance-Based Standards (PBS) combinations. Their fleet now includes:
26-pallet quads
40-pallet quad-quad B-doubles
30-pallet singles
A-double road trains
These vehicles offer greater operational flexibility while helping the business manage freight volumes cost-effectively across state lines.
However, securing the right combinations, gaining route access, and maintaining compliance under NHVAS and AMCAS frameworks required expert navigation of technical and administrative hurdles. That’s where BTT came in.
How BTT Engineering Delivered Strategic Support
Our team worked alongside DRT to remove roadblocks and lay the groundwork for long-term fleet performance.
BTT helped DRT Transport:
Assess and Plan Fleet Strategy: We reviewed their existing operations to identify where PBS combinations could unlock productivity and lower costs.
Design PBS-Compliant Combinations: Our engineers tailored vehicle solutions that maximised capacity without compromising safety or regulatory compliance.
Secure Road Access: We managed permit applications and worked directly with road managers to identify approved routes and reduce turnaround times.
Achieve NHVAS & AMCAS Accreditation: BTT guided DRT through auditing and compliance requirements, ensuring they met Mass, Maintenance & Fatigue modules and earned full AMCAS certification.
“The usual pressures apply — keeping freight moving efficiently while staying compliant with certification and access rules is always a balancing act.”
“BTT gave us the technical knowledge we needed to make informed decisions about vehicle configurations and road access. Their support was instrumental in our success.”
- Steven, DRT Transport
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Ongoing Compliance & Trusted Advice
In addition to fleet optimisation, DRT continues to benefit from BTT’s ongoing advisory and audit readiness support:
NHVAS & AMCAS audit management
Operational route updates and access permit renewals
Direct engineering advice and real-time clarification on PBS matters
“Having direct access to Logan or Peter for quick clarification on PBS matters has been incredibly helpful. It removes doubt and saves valuable time.”
Moving Forward with Confidence
With a PBS-optimised fleet, nationwide access, and trusted compliance support, DRT Transport is delivering more freight with fewer trips — maintaining their reputation for timely, high-quality service in the fresh produce sector.
“Paul and Sharon's depth of knowledge in road transport and auditing systems makes them an essential support team for our compliance journey.”
BTT is proud to support DRT Transport’s ongoing success and commitment to safe, efficient, and future-ready operations.