Ofload, Sitrak Trucks and Mako Finance announce industry-first partnership

According to Australian Government data, the freight and logistics industry accounts for around 8.6% of the nation’s GDP, with many Australians relying on road freight for their household goods every day. Despite the surge in e-commerce, rising costs in the freight industry make it hard for transport operators, both established and new, to grow their fleets while remaining profitable. A new, industry-first partnership is aiming to achieve both.

Ofload, a leading digital freight provider founded in 2020, has partnered with Sitrak Trucks Australia and Mako Equipment Finance to develop a finance offer that helps transport operators expand their fleets more affordably and profitably from day one.

Ofload identified that freight operators’ ability to scale profitably is one of the most significant barriers to expansion. They took this insight to Sitrak Trucks Australia, makers of high-performance trucks that launched locally in 2019, and Mako Equipment Finance, commercial truck finance specialists with more than a decade of experience.

Together, this trio developed a financing offer to remove financial barriers, maximise cash flow and lower operational costs, giving operators the ability to expand with confidence and margin.

"This is about helping operators scale profitably from day one," said Geoffroy Henry, CEO of Ofload. "The industry is facing immense cost pressure, and vehicle financing has become one of the biggest barriers to growth. We're proud to offer a solution that delivers real, immediate value to the people at the heart of our freight system."

How it Works

The new initiative led by Ofload is designed to ease the rising cost of asset acquisition - one of the most pressing structural challenges in freight today. While trucks are often the largest capital outlay for carriers, traditional financing structures can restrict their purchase, particularly for small and mid-sized operators.

By leveraging the unique partnership model between a global OEM in Sitrak, a specialist equipment finance provider in Mako, and a leading digital freight platform in Ofload, this finance offer enables operators to upgrade or expand their fleets with minimal up-front pressure.

Structured to improve cash flow, reduce repayment burdens and deliver operational certainty, the finance offer combines below-market repayment rates (a claimed 20% to 40% lower than comparable OEM finance options), removing the first 3 months of repayments (allowing fleet additions to earn income before repayments begin), and enabling tax-efficient structuring (GST refunds can be claimed before the first repayment through quarterly BAS advantages).

Sitrak trucks, exclusive to this offer, are backed by long-term warranties and supported by a streamlined finance process, all designed to improve access and accelerate growth across the sector. 

Since launching in Australia in 2019, Sitrak, a subsidiary of Sinotruk International, has sold over 2,000 trucks, with the local launch of their EV prime mover held at the Brisbane Truck Show in May.

“We want to support Australian transport operators with more affordable, reliable, high-performance prime movers.” said Sean Tighe, Vice President Sitrak Australia. “Our competitive pricing ensures lower repayments throughout the life of the loan, and to enhance this offer, we will cover the first three months of repayments on two of our models.”

To see the full Sitrak range of rigids, tippers and prime movers, including the new EV models, click HERE.

Industry support, not profit-taking

To show their commitment to supporting the industry, Ofload are not taking any cut of the vehicle discount offered. The offer is being rolled out across the Ofload network.

"We're using our scale and partnerships to create value, and support capability for new growth in the transport sector," said Henry. "This is one of many ways we're helping operators thrive, from digital capabilities and emissions tracking to smart financing that supports growth."

Mako Equipment Finance claim to make it easy for freight companies to access this exclusive finance promotion through a straightforward loan process, with quick turnarounds, requiring minimal documentation and credit reviews.

“Our customers’ success is paramount.” said Logan Wiggins, Director Mako Equipment Finance. “We have seen how the barrier to obtaining finance inhibits the growth of many Australian businesses.

“We’re excited to partner with Sitrak and Ofload to help make the growth of freight logistics companies more achievable, ensuring they can scale with ease and confidence.”

For more details on Ofload, click HERE.

For more details on Mako Equipment Finance, clock HERE.