Member information: Fuel Surcharges and the Road Transport Order
The Fair Work Commission issued an order in April 2026 requiring parties in road transport contracts to review and adjust rates fortnightly to cover rising fuel costs.
How does the FWC road transport fuel surcharge order affect my trade business costs?
Tradies who subcontract transport or rely on freight and delivery services may see fortnightly rate changes affecting their supply and logistics costs.
Key takeaways
- FWC issued an order in April 2026 on fuel cost recovery in road transport contracts.
- Transport rates must be reviewed and adjusted fortnightly under the new order.
- Both primary and secondary parties in transport contractual chains are affected.
- Tradies using freight or delivery services may face more frequent cost fluctuations.
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