From humble beginnings on the road to managing an integrated national operation, Exodas’s story is one of entrepreneurial spirit meeting strategic foresight. “I started as a truck driver,” Brett recalls. “Then I purchased one truck, then another, and it just grew from there.” That growth has been guided not only by opportunity, but by deliberate choices—acquisitions, technology upgrades, and infrastructure investments that have transformed the company from a regional hauler into a modern logistics powerhouse. A TURNING POINT IN 2017 One of the company’s defining milestones came in 2017, when Exodas Transport acquired a complementary freight business that brought new efficiencies to its existing routes. “The business we purchased was running one way full and coming back empty, while we were doing the opposite,” Brett explains.“When we combined the two operations, it created a great synergy. We were able to consolidate loads and make our revenue far more efficient.” The acquisition added roughly a third to the fleet overnight and set the stage for exponential growth in the years that followed.“We had about 40 trucks before that,” Brett says. “Now we’re close to 90. It really was the catalyst that allowed us to double in size.” REFRIGERATED FREIGHT AT THE CORE While the company provides a range of freight services, refrigerated transport—or cold freight—has emerged as the fastest-growing segment. Handling produce and food products for both large retail clients and independent suppliers, Exodas Transport has positioned itself as a trusted link in Australia’s food supply chain. “About 75% of what goes on our trucks is a food product,” Brett notes. “It’s an essential service. No matter what happens—weather events, floods, or market shifts—people still need food. The demand keeps growing.” This focus on reliability has been central to the company’s success. With routes stretching from Brisbane to North Queensland and beyond, maintaining consistent, safe delivery across thousands of kilometres of Australian highway is no small task. But for Exodas Transport, that consistency is a non-negotiable part of the brand. PEOPLE FIRST: BUILDING A FAMILY-ORIENTED CULTURE For Brett and his leadership team, including CEO 3 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 07, ISSUE 10 EXODAS TRANSPORT (EXODAS)
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