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Australian fleets turn to tech as fatigue & safety bite
Data Analytics

Australian fleets turn to tech as fatigue & safety bite

Driver fatigue is pushing Australian fleets towards video telematics, with more than half now using in-cab cameras to cut risks and costs.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Jun 2026
Swinburne & Geotab open transport hub in Melbourne
Smart Cities

Swinburne & Geotab open transport hub in Melbourne

The new Melbourne hub gives researchers and students access to live vehicle data as Australia pushes safer, cleaner transport planning.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jun 2026
Zetifi launches Microsoft-native fleet safety tool
Digital Transformation

Zetifi launches Microsoft-native fleet safety tool

Beta customers in Australia are getting alerts and compliance records inside Microsoft 365, reducing the risk of missed lone-worker incidents.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Tue, 19th May 2026
Australia's truck sector faces fuel, staff & safety strain
Digital Transformation

Australia's truck sector faces fuel, staff & safety strain

Rising diesel prices and tighter rules are squeezing operators, with many warning that cashflow and driver shortages could tip them into failure.

By Mark Tarre • 6 min read • Mon, 18th May 2026
Budget backs tech, but tax fears linger for investors
Manufacturing

Budget backs tech, but tax fears linger for investors

Tax changes could curb early-stage investment even as the Federal Budget backs critical minerals, AI and renewable project delivery.

By Sean Mitchell • 7 min read • Thu, 14th May 2026
Microlise launches AI distraction cameras for fleets
Surveillance

Microlise launches AI distraction cameras for fleets

Fleet managers in Australia gain real-time alerts on fatigue and distraction as scrutiny of heavy vehicle safety intensifies.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2026
Seeing Machines backs real-time driver impairment checks
Road Safety

Seeing Machines backs real-time driver impairment checks

Real-time in-cabin cameras could better spot impaired drivers than roadside chemical tests, the Australian firm says, as fatigue and drugs blur risk.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2026
Zetifi launches connected fleet safety platform in Australia
Software-as-a-Service

Zetifi launches connected fleet safety platform in Australia

Zetifi has unveiled a Connected Fleet Safety platform in Australia, integrating vehicle and worker risk data directly into Microsoft 365 workflows.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026
Acusensus adopts NetSuite to drive global ERP growth
Smart Cities

Acusensus adopts NetSuite to drive global ERP growth

Acusensus turns to Oracle NetSuite to unify global ERP, cutting month-end close by 60% and tripling invoices as it scales worldwide.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Mar 2026
Hexicor Telematics, AMA Fleet unite to form major telematics partner
Data Analytics

Hexicor Telematics, AMA Fleet unite to form major telematics partner

Hexicor and AMA Fleet merge as Hexicor Telematics, creating a major Australian Teletrac Navman partner focused on safety-led fleet services.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2026

Global Stories

Road Safety stories

Geotab report shows fleets cut fuel waste with data
Data Analytics

Geotab report shows fleets cut fuel waste with data

Fleets are shaving fuel bills and emissions as connected vehicle data helps cut idling by up to 30% amid tougher climate rules.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026
SenSen expands AI parking enforcement across Ontario
Smart Cities

SenSen expands AI parking enforcement across Ontario

SenSen rolls out AI-powered parking enforcement across Ontario, as Toronto and nearby cities report big gains in safety and efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Mar 2026
Nauto names Daniel Grimwood-Bird as Head of Insurance
Data Analytics

Nauto names Daniel Grimwood-Bird as Head of Insurance

Nauto appoints Daniel Grimwood-Bird as Head of Insurance to drive insurer adoption of its AI-powered vehicle data for commercial motor risk.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2026

Stories from Other Regions

Road Safety stories

Microsoft Dream Space reaches 550,000 students in Ireland
Smart Cities

Microsoft Dream Space reaches 550,000 students in Ireland

The milestone comes as Irish schools widen STEM and AI learning, with 1,000 pupils showcasing projects on rural safety, inclusion and sustainability.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sat, 30th May 2026
KPMG opens Global Tech Innovator entries in Ireland
Agricultural Technology

KPMG opens Global Tech Innovator entries in Ireland

Irish tech start-ups with up to USD $15 million in revenue can now seek a Dublin final and a place in Lisbon next year.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 14th Apr 2026
Construction health and safety leaders recognised at Site Safe Evening of Celebration
Risk & Compliance

Construction health and safety leaders recognised at Site Safe Evening of Celebration

Safer sites and stronger wellbeing were rewarded as construction teams and leaders were honoured for cutting risk and driving change.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 2026
SwRI backs ITS America youth drive on AI transport
EduTech

SwRI backs ITS America youth drive on AI transport

SwRI backs ITS America's Future Leaders scheme in Detroit, funding low-cost access and AI essay contests on transport's next generation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2026