Mainfreight has opened a new 24/7 air and perishables facility at Melbourne Airport.
Situated on a 14,000-square-metre site, the development features a 5,200-square-metre facility which was purpose-built for time-sensitive and temperature-controlled freight.
Located within the airport precinct and close to major airfreight terminals, the new facility enables Mainfreight to continue expanding its global international network perishable and cold chain offering while also delivering a number of sustainability initiatives.
“Handling over 25 million kilograms of freight each year, the new branch marks a significant step forward in supporting Mainfreight’s ongoing growth and increasing its operational capacity,” Mainfreight said.
“The layout of the facility has been designed to simplify the movement of goods from arrival through to departure.
“With space for refrigerated containers and access for road trains, the site allows for more direct and efficient transfers between transport modes.”
The facility also features dedicated loading and unloading areas, electric roller systems for airline units and sunken docks help reduce congestion and handling delays, advanced temperature-controlled zones and cold chain capability and more.
Supply chain consultancy, TMX Transform, congratulated Mainfreight on the opening.
“TMX are proud to have managed the construction of this facility on time and on budget,” the company said.
“With advanced cold-chain infrastructure, on-site inspection capability and sustainability initiatives including solar and water reuse, the facility sets a new benchmark for operational performance.”
This article was originally published in Trailer Magazine on 1 June 2026.