Melbourne-Sydney Linehaul Run - Established 12 Years

Premium Melbourne-Sydney linehaul business for sale. This is a well-established operation that has been running the same route for the same carrier for 12 years, making it one of the most stable linehaul businesses on the market.

Route Details:
- Melbourne depot departure: approximately 5:30pm nightly
- Sydney depot arrival: approximately 3:30am
- Return leg the following evening
- 5 nights per week, consistent schedule
- B-double rated run - higher payload = higher revenue per trip

Assets Included:
- 2020 Volvo FH16 prime mover (approximately 820,000km, Volvo dealer serviced, all records available)
- 2019 Maxitrans B-double curtainsider set
- Vortex fuel system fitted (approximately 8% fuel savings)
- Full telematics and compliance systems

Financial Performance:
- Weekly gross: $9,200 (B-double rate)
- Fuel: approximately $3,200/week
- Insurance package: approximately $520/week
- Maintenance/repairs fund: approximately $600/week
- Rego/permits: approximately $150/week
- Net weekly profit: approximately $4,730
- Annual net: approximately $246,000

The carrier relationship is rock solid. Rate reviews happen annually with CPI adjustments. The run has never been cancelled or reduced in 12 years. Freight volumes on the Melbourne-Sydney corridor continue to grow.

Requirements for Buyer:
- Must hold or obtain MC (Multi-Combination) licence for B-double operation
- NHVAS (National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme) membership for fatigue management
- Carrier will require standard onboarding (insurance certificates, vehicle inspection, induction)

Reason for Sale: Owner turning 62 and transitioning to retirement. Happy to provide extended handover if needed.

The asking price represents approximately 1.5x annual net profit - fair value for a proven, long-term linehaul contract with quality equipment.