How Sahib Transport Boosted Interstate Freight Efficiency Through PBS
Sahib Transport, based in Melbourne, Victoria, is a rapidly expanding interstate freight company specialising in general freight and cold chain logistics. Operating across Australia, including high-volume, long-haul routes such as Adelaide to Perth, Sahib Transport recognised the need to increase freight capacity to stay competitive, lower operating costs, and reduce pressure caused by the national truck driver shortage.
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To improve performance and unlock higher productivity, they turned to BTT Engineering, a trusted expert in PBS vehicle compliance, B-triple permit access, and heavy vehicle compliance.
Unlocking Savings with B-Triples and A-Doubles
As demand grew, Sahib Transport identified the operational and cost-saving advantages of adopting Performance-Based Standards (PBS) combinations, including B-triples and A-Doubles. These high-productivity vehicles allow the company to move more freight per trip, lower the cost per tonne, and reduce reliance on multiple drivers.
“If you’re pulling a B-triple instead of a B-double, we’re saving money—especially over long-haul distances like Adelaide to Perth.”
By upgrading to PBS-approved combinations, Sahib Transport has been able to:
Reduce freight costs per tonne
Maximise fleet utilisation and productivity
Operate more efficiently with fewer drivers
Offer higher earnings potential to drivers handling larger combinations
“There’s a benefit for drivers too—they earn more pulling B-triples. And we don’t have to engage as many drivers.”
End-to-End PBS and Compliance Support from BTT Engineering
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To make this shift possible, Sahib Transport engaged BTT Engineering for full-service support in achieving PBS compliance, heavy vehicle permit access, and ongoing NHVR accreditation support. BTT worked closely with the team to:
Design compliant vehicle combinations tailored to PBS and route-specific conditions
Secure permits for B-triples and A-Doubles operating on approved networks
Provide NHVAS accreditation support, including fatigue, mass, and maintenance management
Advise on compliance requirements, audit preparedness, and documentation
“BTT helped us work out the combinations we needed for special permits and advised us what would work best.”
“They’ve helped us with the accreditation part, permits on different routes, and even some compliance.”
From PBS vehicle design to road train permits, NHVAS compliance, and ongoing fleet advisory, BTT Engineering remains a trusted partner helping Sahib Transport operate safer, smarter, and more efficiently across Australia.
“Very, very supportive. Responsive. Always available. Always helpful.”