Lantrak

Circular Economy Leadership: Sustainable Solutions for Pakenham LXRP

Lantrak, a leader in material management and plant hire, served as John Holland’s primary subcontractor on the Pakenham Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP) for material disposal and truck hire. With decades of experience and a strong commitment to sustainability, Lantrak’s expertise was essential to the project’s success.

“Our goal was to ensure that every aspect of the bulk earthworks scope was handled efficiently, on schedule, and with minimal environmental impact,” said Rhys Tomlins, Lantrak’s Sales Manager.

Lantrak’s contributions included a comprehensive range of services essential to the project’s earthworks scope. These included onsite truck hire, haulage and disposal services, and material supply sourced from local quarries.

“Our involvement in this project speaks to the core of what Lantrak does best,” said Rhys. “By providing reliable and sustainable material and transport solutions, we were able to meet the project’s needs while upholding our environmental commitments.”

One of the primary challenges for Lantrak was providing a reliable disposal solution that could withstand Melbourne’s unpredictable weather. Lantrak leveraged its partnership with Barro Group, utilising their Nyora Quarry site as an all-weather disposal location. “This site was essential for maintaining the project’s timeline,” Rhys explains. “The all-weather capabilities at Nyora ensured that material disposal could continue uninterrupted, even after heavy rainfall.”

Lantrak successfully navigated the challenge of the industry-wide truck shortage, which arose due to multiple large-scale infrastructure projects happening across Victoria.

“We made a conscious decision to avoid overextending our commitments to ensure that our fleet could meet the demands of the Pakenham project,” says Rhys. “This meant we were able to provide reliable, daily support without compromising quality or delivery.”

The scale of Lantrak’s involvement was significant, particularly during peak periods of the project. The company utilised a fleet of fully compliant rail-specified Tandem Tippers, alongside 3- and 4-axle PBS Truck and Trailer combinations. At peak, Lantrak supplied over 40 truck and trailer units, along with 25 tandems, each day.

“This level of deployment was crucial to maintaining the pace of the project,” said Rhys.

Lantrak’s role in the Pakenham LXRP aligns with its broader commitment to sustainability and material reuse. Through its Circular Economy initiative, Lantrak diverts materials from landfills, repurposing them for beneficial projects. “We’re leaders in the reuse of raw materials, and we repurpose spoil from various infrastructure projects across Melbourne,” explained Rhys. The spoil from the Pakenham project, for example, contributed to the rehabilitation of an exhausted quarry hole at Nyora Quarry.

“Our disposal solution at Nyora serves a dual purpose. It enables us to assist in large-scale infrastructure while also supporting land rehabilitation, which is a key component of our sustainability efforts.”

Lantrak’s dedication to innovation is further exemplified by its Lantrak 360 initiative, launched at the Lysterfield Transfer Station during the Pakenham LXRP. This facility accepts mixed fill and inert waste materials, which are then sorted, screened, and recycled. This approach not only minimises waste but also contributes to a more sustainable model of material management, aligning with the company’s commitment to environmental responsibility.

Since its establishment as a transport cooperative in 1959, Lantrak has supported some of Australia’s most iconic infrastructure projects, including the Snowy Mountain Scheme, Homebush Bay Olympic Stadium, and the New Royal Children’s Hospital. With a history that spans more than six decades, Lantrak has grown into one of Australia’s largest material management and plant hire businesses, annually moving over 20 million cubic metres of clean and structural fill.
“Lantrak has an unrivalled reputation for delivering material and plant hire solutions that prioritise sustainability and efficiency,” says Rhys. “We’re proud to continue that legacy with projects like the Pakenham LXRP.”

For more information contact Lantrak, 18 Dansu Court, Hallam VIC, phone 13 9666, email info@lantrak.com.au, website
www.lantrak.com.au