Cummins Asia Pacific Magazine

Issue 4, 2025

ASIA PACIFIC MAGAZINE

A new era for Cummins

SADLEIRS HITS TOP GEAR

Euro 6 Cummins X15 in the spotlight

LIVING THE DREAM

Cummins welcomes 69 new apprentices

FULL THROTTLE AT PNG MINE

Cummins’ key role at OK Tedi mine

Cummins’ display will be a highlight

of the Brisbane Truck Show in May.

Cummins Asia Pacific Magazine

ISSUE 4 2025

A powerful start to 2025

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‘Not just another

transport company…’

Passion is driving productivity

at Dynes Transport, an iconic

New Zealand fleet.

X FACTOR

Cummins’ new generation 15-litre

engine rated at 660 hp will be a

top talking point at the Brisbane

Truck Show.

At the HELM of innovation

Cummins’ fuel agnostic capability

with its X15 engine platform will

be on display at the Brisbane

Truck Show.

Powertrain integration:

A win for truck operators

The remarkable transformation of

Cummins in recent years to become a

genuine powertrain supplier will be in

evidence for the first time in Australia

at the Brisbane Truck Show in May.

Leading the pack with a 10

Cummins’ new fuel agnostic X10

engine will be showcased at the

Brisbane Truck Show.

Cummins unveils hydrogen ICE

Cummins has developed a hydrogen

internal combustion engine for trucks

and buses in partnership with key

technology partners.

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Sadleirs hits top gear

Sadleirs has rejuvenated its

Perth-based roadtrain business with

the addition of seven new Cummins

X15 Euro 6-powered Kenworths.

Living the dream

A comprehensive report on the

importance of apprentices to

Cummins’ operations in Australia,

New Zealand and PNG.

Low profile, high standards

Despite a highly visible and

impeccably presented fleet,

McNaughts Transport of Finley, NSW,

is the quintessential quiet achiever.

Powerful medicine

Cummins’ proven expertise in

critical power installations at major

hospital projects is a key reason for

its involvement in the new $1.5b

Footscray hospital in Melbourne.

Full throttle for PNG mining lynchpin

Cummins has long played a key

role at the OK Tedi copper and gold

mine in Papua New Guinea which is

commissioning a new haul truck fleet

in 2025.

Proactive – not reactive –

maintenance

Cummins’ PrevenTech for Mining

is a proven maintenance solution

that offers an array of benefits for

the industry.

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‘We’ve got the advantage…’

Mining services firm National Group

makes major investment in fleet to

support clients.

In carbon reduction mode

Cummins has acquired the assets

of First Mode, a leader in retrofit

hybrid solutions for mining and

rail operations.

Rio Tinto’s renewable diesel move

Rio Tinto has acknowledged Cummins

for its transition from conventional to

renewable diesel for all heavy mining

equipment at its Kennecott Bingham

Canyon copper mine in Utah.

Cummins extends legendary

B-series platform

Cummins has unveiled an update to its

legendary B-series platform, the new

B7.2, the largest B-series engine ever

with its 7.2-litre displacement.

Kobelco

In recent years, Kobelco has added

new Cummins-powered hydraulic

excavators to its offerings.

At the cutting edge

Campbell Gilmour has had

time-honoured involvement in New

Zealand’s trucking industry as a

driver, fleet manager and fleet owner.

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Pumped up

Cummins has recognised

National Pump & Energy (NPE)

for commissioning the 500th

Cummins-powered water pump in

its national fleet.

Holograms drive Cummins’

parts authentication

Cummins steps up the fight against

counterfeiters with a new parts

labelling system.

FAILED! Non-genuine QSK

engine parts tested

A Cummins engineering team has

carried out extensive testing of 106

non-genuine QSK engine parts from a

recognised supplier.

400th Cummins engine for VLocity

Cummins has delivered its 400th QSK19

engine for Victoria’s world-recognised

VLocity trains.

Cummins’ impact on communities

Stories highlighting community work

carried out by Cummins employees.

As we power into 2025, we can look back on the previous year

with a great deal of satisfaction. My sincere thanks to our many

loyal customers who rely on us for their success, and also to

our employees, the strength behind our brand in driving our

aspirational goals.

Looking forward, we are certainly facing uncertain times. However, in the face of

this uncertainty you can be assured that our 106-year-old company has endured

many business cycles and we are well equipped to navigate these cycles now and

into the future.

The culture and values of our company are the foundation of our success, and

they will forever remain strong. We will continue to build relationships with our

customers and improve customer satisfaction. In the meantime, we will be driving

cultural shifts that are critical to position us for the future success, including: decide

and execute swiftly, clarify and prioritise, and drive accountability for outcomes.

The transformation of our company in recent years to become a genuine

powertrain supplier – from engine to transmission to axles and brakes – is a

remarkable achievement. As you’ll read in our special five-page Brisbane Truck

Show preview, centerpiece of the Cummins stand will be a world-first display

showing the integration of Cummins X15 engine, Eaton Cummins 18-speed Endurant

transmission and Meritor drive axes and brakes. If you’re attending the show, make

sure you head to the Cummins stand to catch up with our truck engine business

team. Our new generation X15D rated at 660 hp – the highest ever output for a

Cummins truck engine – is sure to be a popular discussion point!

Speaking of investment in our talents, I am delighted to share that we have

welcomed 69 new apprentices to the Cummins South Pacific family in 2025. This

marks significant progress in building a diverse and skilled workforce. We are proud

to be exceeding industry benchmarks and continuing to support the development

of talented individuals who are ready to make an impact in their careers.

So, there’s a lot to read in this issue – about our customers, our products and

projects, and our people – as Cummins continues to evolve at incredible pace to

meet the ever-changing needs of the future.

As we look ahead, I am confident that the coming year will bring even greater

success, driven by our technology transformation, cultural shifts and strong

partnership with our customers. With the unwavering

commitment from our employees, we are ready to

embrace new opportunities, overcome challenges and

achieve new heights together!

Annie Chu

Executive Managing Director

Cummins Asia Pacific

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Passion is driving productivity at Dynes Transport,

an iconic New Zealand fleet.

‘Not just another

transport company…’

Dynes Transport celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2021, a proud family company that powers

onwards as an industry leader, being much more than a standard logistics company.

Founded in the small town of Tapanui in

West Otago in the South Island but now

based in Dunedin, Dynes became a 50/50

joint partner with the HW Richardson

Group in 2016.

While HWR is New Zealand’s largest

privately owned transport business with

around 1300 trucks, Dynes itself operates

a large fleet, with the Paccar brands –

Kenworth and DAF – dominating.

Dynes’ core haulage activities include dairy

products, bulk woodchips, logging, bulk

wine and grapes, and an array of other

bulk products related to New Zealand’s

primary sectors.

The history of Dynes Transport is worth

sharing because it features two men –

both named Jim – who went on to become

iconic figures in the trucking industry.

The first steps

In 1969, aged just 20, twin brothers Jim

and John Dynes took their first major step

into the business world when they bought

Cooper Transport, owned by Jim Cooper,

in Tapanui.

The Dynes boys were too young to qualify

for a bank loan, however Cooper offered to

sell them his business while guaranteeing

their loan until they turned 21.

Jim Cooper moved to Darwin in Australia

to eventually become the country’s

largest roadtrain operator with his

Gulf Transport, Bulkhaul, Roadtrains of

Australia and Powertrans businesses.

Both Dynes and Cooper forged formidable

reputations in the industry, leaving

wonderful legacies of innovation, great

business accomplishments and invaluable

industry advocacies.

Peter Dynes – Jim’s son – owns the

business today (in partnership with HWR),

while Matt Horan is the CEO and the first

person outside the Dynes family to hold

the operational reins.

Prior to joining Dynes seven years ago,

Horan was general manager of New

Zealand’s Pacific Fuel Haul, a member of

the TIL Group.

‘Solution architects’

The values espoused by Dynes reflect the

straight-talking approach of the company.

“Our value statement is not what we

want to be but what we actually are,”

says Matt Horan. “We want our people

to think for themselves, make decisions,

and we provide the environment for them

to do that.”

The company talks about having

“solution architects”, people who act

like entrepreneurs and think outside the

square because “we’re not just another

transport company”.

Continued →

We focus on logistics

environments that are challenging…

we go after the tough stuff.

Dynes CEO Matt Horan: “If our partners go the

extra mile for us we go the extra mile for them.”

Dynes has a long-standing partnership

with Kenworth and Cummins.

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Transporting bulk milk is

a core Dynes activity.

Kenworth and Cummins have guided us

through 50 years of business, through all the

recessions and helped grow our business.

Forestry has been a cornerstone of the Dynes

business since it was founded in 1969.

Cutting carbon

“Decarbonisation is becoming a reality for

success in the long term,” says Horan.

“It is very important to us because a lot of

our clients are in the dairy industry, selling

product to the world, which becomes more

challenging without a zero carbon stamp.”

HWR is planning to install two electrolysers

so that hydrogen can be accessed locally.

“The great news is that Cummins is well

advanced with development of a hydrogen

internal combustion version of the X15,”

says Horan. We need to stay ahead of the

curve and the fact Cummins is innovating

in this area gives us confidence that this is

the right technology to pursue.”

Meanwhile, low-emission Euro 6 DAFs are

running in the Dynes fleet and the first

Kenworths with Euro 6 X15 engines are

entering service.

Academy success

With a serious shortage of truck drivers in

New Zealand, the Dynes Academy is aiming

to overcome the problem by providing

industry-based learning to young people.

“We’re tackling the fact we’re losing

drivers to retirement and we need to

replace them,” says Horan. “The academy

is about developing and bringing new talent

through our system, young guys and girls

who are practically minded and want a

hands-on role.

“It’s teaching young people as much about

life skills as it is about getting in a truck. It’s

about getting the basics right and setting

them up for success.

“The recruits are exposed to different jobs

where they have to make decisions, and

they get experience in class 2 trucks doing

various local deliveries including picking up

waste tyres.

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“We have a waiting list there’s that much

interest in the academy.”

Another value is being “nimble”, not

over-complicating the business as “we

understand the value of agility”. The

importance of its people, who must be

accountable, is also emphasised: “We look

after our people and their families, and our

people look after our company.”

“We focus on logistics environments

that are challenging,” states Horan with

emphasis. “We go after the tough stuff…

it’s about being productive and utilising

our logistics expertise to provide custom

packages that deliver high value for our

customers.

“The reliability and performance of the

gear we have at our fingertips means we

can scale and do things other can’t, that’s

why we’ve been able to grow our business

and that’s why customers rely on us. It’s a

combination of our people and our gear.”

Long-standing partnership

The start of Dynes’ partnership with

Kenworth and Cummins dates back to the

mid-70s when a W924 Kenworth powered

by a small cam Cummins NTC350 was put

into service.

“The Kenworth brand is important to us

because of what it offers in terms of total

life costs. The back half of an asset’s life

matters most and that’s where Kenworth

is strongest,” Horan states.

“The brand also plays a big part in

attracting quality drivers, drivers who are

looking for a premium product to drive

because it’s their workplace.

“Our long-standing partnership with

Kenworth and Cummins is a package deal

that gives our drivers confidence. I’ve talked

to numerous drivers who say they are at

Dynes because we have the best of the

best gear here and we don’t compromise

on it.”

Horan hastens to add: “DAF is a very useful

platform in certain parts of our business

that need good visibility, and it also caters

for our older drivers with its European

comfort.”

Trust is everything

“The mantra at Dynes is that if our partners

go the extra mile for us we go the extra

mile for them. Loyalty to our partners is

important especially when the going gets

tough,” declares Horan.

“Kenworth and Cummins have guided us

through 50 years of business, through

all the recessions and helped grow our

business.

“Trust in partnership is everything, and

we’ve got an awesome partnership with

Jade Whiteman and the Cummins team in

New Zealand.”

He points out that Dynes’ focus is on

maximising its assets, so the fleet has to be

diversified because New Zealand is limited

in scale.

“Most of our trucks are useful in more than

one sector. The twist lock design we have

developed enables our trucks to switch

between milk tanker, log and curtainside

haulage so we’re keeping our assets as

busy as possible.”

The company also has a keen eye on

utilising hydrogen to power some of its

fleet. In conjunction with HW Richardson

Group, a DAF has been fitted with a dual

fuel diesel-hydrogen system which, says

Horan, is performing well.

Company founder Jim Dynes in the early

1970s with one of his first Kenworths.

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Dynes’ restored 1970s Kenworth (left) alongside one


of its newest, a K220, displayed at a 2024 Southpac

event celebrating Kenworth’s 100th anniversary.

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Brisbane Truck Show 2025 preview


Cummins’ new generation 15-litre engine rated at 660 hp

will be a top talking point at the Brisbane Truck Show.

Field testing

The X15D – or PX-15 as it is known in Paccar’s newly-released

DAF XG cabover – is an entirely new 15-litre Cummins platform,

available only with Euro 6 emissions compliance.

“Cummins has taken internal combustion to

the next level with the X15D,” says Sean

McLean, Director and General Manager of

On-Highway Business for Cummins Asia Pacific.

“It delivers the highest-ever outputs for a

Cummins truck engine while setting new

standards for fuel efficiency at ultra-low

emissions levels.”

The top rating is 660 hp at 1800 rpm backed

up by massive peak torque of 2360 lb ft which

extends from 1400 rpm all the way back to

900 rpm.

This rating eclipses the existing X15 peak

outputs of 625 hp/2050 lb ft and enhances

Cummins’ engine downspeeding strategy for

improved fuel economy.

This strategy is aimed at lowering cruise rpm

for fuel efficiency gains while at the same time

providing the performance to meet both driver

and trip time expectations.

225 kg weight reduction

Another key feature is the X15D’s dry weight

reduction of 225 kg compared with the

current X15.

A sculpted iron block and composite oil pan are

among the weight saving features that result in

the X15D having the highest power-to-weight

density in the industry.

Euro 6 emissions compliance

is achieved with single module

aftertreatment technology that

integrates both the diesel particulate

filter (DPF) and AdBlue SCR system.

Australian release

The first example of the new 15-litre

platform is already underway with the

PX-15 branded engine in Paccar’s new

DAF XG cabover.

ZF’s automated 16-speed TraXon transmission

harnesses the high torque of the PX-15 and

drives through to Cummins-Meritor

MT21-165 rears.

Gross combination mass (GCM) rating of the

DAF XG is 97 tonnes.

The X15D will be available for other truck

brands to meet Euro 6 requirements into

the future, with higher GCM applications

in Australia following further field

testing and validation.

Eagerly awaited will be an Eaton

Cummins automated 18-speed

Endurant transmission to handle the

2360 lb ft torque rating.

X15D is an entirely new

15-litre Cummins platform.

“Initial field testing of the engine has focused on

B-double type applications.” says Sean McLean.

“Eighteen units rated at 660 hp have been

involved in the validation program with

customers, accumulating around six million

kilometres.

“The program has met our objectives and

that was to gain feedback on fuel economy,

performance and durability,” he says. “We’ve

had great feedback, especially on driveability

and torque.”

He points out that Cummins will continue to

field test in higher gross weight combinations

to ensure durability and performance of the

X15D prior to release in these applications.

X15D has a dry weight reduction of

225 kg compared with existing X15.

The X15D is part of Cummins ‘fuel agnostic’

platform known as HELM – Higher Efficiency,

Lower emissions, Multiple fuels – which

comprises diesel, natural gas and hydrogen

internal combustion engines derived from a

common base with high

parts commonality.

PX-15 was subject to

extensive testing in Australia.

The lighter engine is also a big advantage in

cabover applications, providing significantly

reduced front axle tare weight.

The latest evolution of Cummins’ XPI (Extreme

Pressure Injection) fuel system is used on the

X15D as is a standard wastegate turbocharger.

The program has met our objectives

and that was to gain feedback on fuel

economy, performance and durability.

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X15D features highest ever outputs

for a Cummins truck engine.

DAF XG features 660 hp Cummins

(designated PX-15 in DAF).

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Cummins’ fuel agnostic capability with its X15 engine

platform will be on display at the Brisbane Truck Show.

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HELM

innovation

With its fuel agnostic HELM platform, Cummins is advancing internal

combustion engine technology with further improvements in efficiency

as well as compatibility with cleaner fuels like hydrogen and natural gas.

“HELM – higher efficiency, lower emissions,

multiple fuels – captures the innovation

that is powering us forward,” says Sean

McLean, Director and General Manager

of On-Highway Business for Cummins

Asia Pacific.

The HELM engines are an important

element of Cummins’ Destination Zero

strategy to go further, faster to reduce

the greenhouse gas (GHG) and air quality

impacts of its products.

The industry-first fuel agnostic platform

basically comprises one block and three

cylinder head options – a compression

ignition head for diesel, and spark ignition

heads for natural gas and hydrogen (a zero

carbon fuel at the tailpipe).

So, the different engine versions have a

high degree of parts commonality.

Lower upfront cost

of

Internal combustion engines have a

significantly lower upfront cost than fuel

cell or battery electric installations, require

little modification to today’s trucks, and

provide familiarity for truck operators and

technicians.

The advanced diesel version of the HELM

X15 is currently being introduced in Australia

in Paccar’s DAF XG rated at 660 hp and

branded the PX-15.

The natural gas version of the X15 – the

X15N – is now also in full production, at

Cummins’ Jamestown engine plant in the

US, while the hydrogen version – the X15H

– is expected to become available later in

the decade.

The X15N, the first natural gas engine to

be designed specifically for heavy-duty

truck applications, is offered with maximum

outputs of 500 hp and 1850 lb ft of torque.

The X15H will have higher peak outputs of

530 hp and 1900 lb ft of torque.

Key features of the HELM engines include

high cylinder pressure

capability, doubleoverhead

camshafts,

variable valve timing, high

pressure fuel injection,

reduced parasitic loads

and all-new software.

X15 fuel agnostic platform basically comprises

one block and three cylinder head options – a

compression ignition head for diesel, and spark

ignition heads for natural gas and hydrogen.

Natural gas X15N is now in full

production in the US and winning

plaudits for its performance.

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Powertrain integration:

a win for truck operators

The remarkable transformation of Cummins in recent years to become a genuine powertrain supplier –

from engine to transmission to axles and brakes – will be in evidence for the first time in Australia at the

Brisbane Truck Show in May.

A world-first display showing the integration

of Cummins X15 engine, Eaton Cummins

18-speed Endurant speed transmission, and

Meritor driveline, axles and brakes – will be in

the spotlight at Brisbane.

Cummins’ acquisition of Meritor in 2022 was

the critical piece for Cummins in being able to

rollout a completely integrated powertrain.

Several years earlier, the creation of the

Eaton Cummins joint venture for advanced

transmissions started the ball rolling for

Cummins to expand its capabilities to offer

fully integrated powertrain solutions.

First for a truck show

Significantly, the Brisbane show will be the

first time the combined forces of Cummins

and Meritor are displayed together at a truck

show in Australia.

While the Meritor business now operates

under the banner of Cummins Drivetrain and

Braking Systems (CDBS), the Meritor name

is retained for drivelines, axles and brakes.

Industry-dominant drive axles spearhead

the Meritor presence in Australia and

New Zealand but the actual Meritor

product portfolio is vast, catering for

various commercial vehicle, military and

industrial applications.

There’s an amazing array of drive axles for

single, tandem and tri-drive applications,

along with front axles (drive and non-drive),

drum and disc brakes, independent front

suspensions, trailer air suspensions, power

take-off units and even tyre

inflation systems.

Of course, the eAxle is where the future

lies in terms of full electric integration…

but that’s another story!

Lower cost of ownership

“The Brisbane show will be a great

opportunity to see the result of the

Cummins-Meritor integration and the

benefits it offers customers as we bring

together complementary technologies to

seamlessly enhance efficiency, performance

and lower emissions across the powertrain

system,” says David Cole, Managing Director

of CDBS Australia.

“For customers this means lower total

cost of ownership and having confidence

in system dependability, backed by

comprehensive Cummins support across the

powertrain.”

The Meritor 160-series tandem drive axle

has been proven in Australia over many

years of use.

The MT21-165GP, the most widely used

tandem, is rated at a nominal 110 tonnes

Gross Combination Mass (GCM) and has

recently been updated with two different

specs for Australian linehaul and vocational

applications.

In the linehaul version, the oil pump has been

engineered out of the tandem axle which

provides linehaul customers with a fuel

economy improvement of up to 1.5%.

The vocational version retains an integrated

pump enabling greater longevity when a

broader and more demanding application

is required.

Interestingly, the MT21-165GP is used in

the new DAF XG, powered by Cummins’

entirely new 15-litre powerhouse, the X15D,

which delivers the highest ever outputs for

a Cummins truck engine – 660 hp and a

massive 2360 lb ft of torque.

Local modifications

The Meritor 160-series drive axles are

assembled in Australia with significant local

modifications to both the axles and brakes

to ensure durability.

The Meritor drive axle portfolio in Australia

extends right up to heavy haul applications

where the RZ78-388G is used for tri-drive

applications and the P610 hub reduction

tandem offers a GCM rating up to 250

tonnes subject to application approval.

Meritor Permalube RPL drivelines and

universal joints are another critical link in the

Cummins integrated powertrain, with many

customers in B-double linehaul applications

regularly seeing over one million kilometres

of trouble-free performance.

These RPL drivelines are permanently

lubricated and sealed for life to reduce

maintenance costs.

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Parts availability through the Cummins and

Meritor dealer network, best-in-class field

support and proven product efficiency and

durability are the key elements that ensure

Cummins’ powertrain integration is a win for

truck operators.


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Cummins’ new fuel agnostic X10 engine will be

showcased at the Brisbane Truck Show.

Leading

the pack

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The X10 is a brand new

10-litre engine platform to

be launched in North America

and Europe in 2026 and other

global markets at a later stage.

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While the X10 will have fuel agnostic capability and be able to run on hydrogen and natural

gas, the diesel version will be available first, compliant with the ultra-low U.S. EPA 2027

and Euro 7 emission regulations.

Diesel will remain a critical technology for the on-highway market for years to come, and

Cummins will continue to support it.

“We are committed to advancing diesel technology while our

markets and our customers need it to run their businesses,” says

Sean McLean, Director and General Manager of On-Highway

Business for Cummins Asia Pacific.

The diesel X10 will be available with ratings up to

450 hp and peak torque of 1650 lb ft, outputs

that will suit short haul and regional trucking

operations as well as bus and coach applications.

The 10-litre engine features the latest evolution of

Cummins’ XPI fuel system, with extra-high pressure

injection and an electronic wastegate turbocharger,

enabling fuel savings of up to 7% compared to equivalent

Euro 6 engines, dependent on duty cycle.

For further reductions in carbon emissions, customers can use

B20 or renewable diesel.

A key design feature of the X-series platform is a double

overhead camshaft (DOHC) realising advances in combustion

and thermal efficiency. Friction losses across the engine design

have also been reduced and a sculpted block contributes to

weight saving.

The engine can be paired with a variety of transmissions depending

on the application including the Eaton Cummins Endurant automated

gearbox to enable additional driveability benefits and efficiency gains.

The X10 is also equipped with Acumen, which provides digital connectivity

and direct, immediate access to a range of applications and capabilities.

These capabilities provide value throughout the lifecycle of the engine and include

over-the-air calibration, predictive service recommendations and additional features that

enhance uptime.

X10 is a brand new 10-litre platform

with maximum outputs of 450 hp

and 1650 lb ft of torque.

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This project has successfully

delivered a viable, familiar power

option that meets the operating

requirements of today’s

commercial vehicles.

Cummins

unveils hydrogen ICE

for trucks and buses

Cummins has developed a hydrogen internal combustion engine (H2-ICE) for

commercial vehicles in partnership with key technology partners.

The 6.7-litre engine, using zero-carbon

hydrogen fuel and equipped with an

aftertreatment system, delivers a more

than 99% reduction in tailpipe carbon

emissions and ultra-low NOx, compared to

the current diesel engine standard (Euro VI).

Named ‘Project Brunel’, the project was

match-funded by the UK Government and

facilitated by the Advanced Propulsion

Centre UK (APC). Johnson Matthey, PHINIA

and Zircotec were the project partners.

At an event held at the Cummins Darlington

UK facility, Cummins and its partners

discussed how H2-ICE technology can

meet the efficiency, performance and

carbon emissions reductions required

to accelerate the decarbonisation of

commercial vehicles.

Viable power option

Jonathan Atkinson, Executive Director -

Product Strategy at Cummins, said: “Project

Brunel highlights the power of collaboration

between industry leaders and underscores

our ongoing commitment to industry

decarbonisation.

“This project has successfully delivered a

viable, familiar power option that meets

the operating requirements of today’s

commercial vehicles - with zero-carbon

fuel and without the need for a complete

vehicle redesign.

“This is a major achievement for Cummins

Darlington and for the UK’s hydrogen

technology leadership.

“We hope the Government recognises

this technology’s potential for commercial

vehicles beyond 2035 and 2040, to align

regulation with other major global markets.”

The 6.7-litre engine is based on Cummins’

well-established B6.7 diesel platform

but reworked to run on hydrogen. It is

underpinned by new hydrogen fuel injection

technology from PHINIA, aftertreatment

catalyst and advanced metals chemistry

development from Johnson Matthey, and

hydrogen barrier coatings from Zircotec.

While the engine is for medium-duty

trucks and buses, the design is scalable to

heavy-duty applications, including non-road

mobile machinery such as construction and

agricultural equipment.

Cummins is already developing a 15-litre

hydrogen internal combustion engine for

heavy-duty vehicles.


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There’s a strong sense of history at Sadleirs, one of Australia’s most established logistics providers.

Sadleirs’ Thomas McAulay…impressed with

performance and fuel efficiency of X15 Euro 6 engine.

A fleet of new Kenworths powered by Euro 6 Cummins X15 engines is the

key to Sadleirs’ efficient triple roadtrain operations in Western Australia.

New Kenworths are operating

on triple roadtrain work.

Sadleirs hits

top GEAR

Family-owned, the company has an

incredibly long history dating back to

1829. In fact, it is the oldest family-owned

logistics company in Australia.

Sadleirs traces its origins to Lionel

Samson & Son, founded by two brothers

who established a merchant business

in Fremantle on their arrival in Western

Australia in 1829. In 1936, the company

acquired RC Sadleir, which had opened

in 1895.

Today, Sadleirs delivers services across

Australia and internationally through

multiple divisions, each focused on

delivering tailored logistics backed by

the kind of timeless customer services

that has defined the business since

its inception.

While the Sadleirs Resources division is

known for its impressive fleet of threetrailer

roadtrains powering north through

Western Australia’s Pilbara and Gascoyne

regions to service the mining, energy and

oil and gas sites, the company’s reach

goes well beyond road transport.

The prominent Sadleirs brand also

transverses rail, air and sea routes

through its specialist divisions in

domestic rail linehaul and global freight

forwarding and customs brokerage

- demonstrating strong intermodal

capability and the scale to support local

and international supply chains.

Fleet investment

Sadleirs has invested significantly in its

fleet in recent years, with a focus on

reliability, efficiency and sustainability. A key

part of this strategy was the introduction

of seven Kenworth T610 SAR prime

movers in 2024, powered by Cummins X15

Euro 6 engines rated at 565 hp.

Projected whole-of-life costs were the

key reason the Kenworths were given

the nod, says Thomas McAulay, National

Assets and Facilities Manager for Sadleirs.

Resale value, durability, fuel burn, service

support and driver acceptance were

among the factors that figured strongly in

the analysis of which trucks to purchase.

Significantly, Sadleirs is looking at a

lifespan of 10 to 15 years for the T610s.

All seven Kenworths are operating on

triple roadtrain work between Perth and

Karratha, a one-way distance of 1,500

km, hauling freight for the Barrow Island

oil fields.

“We’re running at gross weights of

around 100 tonnes from Perth to

Karratha and around 80 tonnes on the

return trip,” Thomas points out.

“Our oldest Kenworth has done over

130,000 km and we’ve had no issues,”

he adds.

X15 performance

“The Euro 6 Cummins is impressive.

Reliability has been very good to date, the

drivers love the performance and we’ve

had very good support from Cummins.”

Sadleirs is operating the ‘Performance’

version of the Euro 6 Cummins which is

evident in the power and torque curves.

The X15 delivers its rated 565 hp over a

wide band, from 1600 to 2000 rpm, while

this is backed up by peak torque of 1850

lb ft which extends from 1600 rpm all the

way back to 1000 rpm.

Sadleirs’ Kenworths are equipped with

Eaton UltraShift 18-speed automated

transmissions, driving through to

4.3:1 rears.

2000

Thomas points out that the ECM

download from one of the Kenworths

shows fuel consumption of 1.58 km/litre,

a running time of 90% in top gear, and

average engine speed of 1322 rpm.

“Fuel consumption is very good, in line

with our expectations for the X15, and it

will only improve when we fine-tune the

aerodynamics,” he adds, pointing out that

rooftop wind deflectors are to be fitted.

The Euro 6 engines also fit with Sadleirs’

commitment to decarbonisation and

supports its aspirational aim of achieving

net-zero emissions by 2035.

The X15 is EGR-free and utilises a

standard wastegate turbocharger for

Euro 6. Single module aftertreatment

technology integrates both the diesel

particulate filter (DPF) and AdBlue

selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system.

Lower cost maintenance

While Sadleirs relies on OEM servicing of

its European trucks, Thomas McAulay is

utilising Sadleirs’ own workshop to service

the Kenworths which he believes will

result in lower cost maintenance over the

life of the trucks.

“We have a workshop team of 10

and Cummins has been involved in

a familiarisation program with our

technicians,” he points out.

Cummins’ support, led by Geoff

Ironmonger, is rated highly by Thomas.

“When we’ve wanted something from

Cummins, the response has been quick,”

he states.

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Cummins on-highway account manager Geoff


Ironmonger familiarises Sadleirs technicians with X15

Euro 6 engine. Inset: Ironmonger with Thomas McAulay.

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CUMMINS APPRENTICE PROGRAM 2025

Living the Dream

Sixty-nine

apprentices are set to power Cummins’ future after

gathering in Melbourne for the annual onboarding program.

“The onboarding program provides the

perfect opportunity for our apprentices

to dive deep into life at Cummins,”

said Kate Evans, Training Manager for

Cummins Asia Pacific.

“Through this week together, they

will be able to develop long-lasting

connections among themselves and

gain valuable training experience ahead

of their apprenticeships.”

This year’s cohort includes 69 recruits,

showcasing a range of skills and

backgrounds. The 2025 group spans

ages 16 to 39, bringing a wealth of

perspectives and energy to the program.

Taking place between the Cummins

Scoresby branch, Kangan Institute and

Alfred Hospital, the week-long program

aims to provide the new starters with

the necessary basic hand skills and

safety knowledge to thrive throughout

their apprenticeships.

The program took a step further in

focusing on safety by engaging the

apprentices in the P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevention

of Alcohol and Risk Related Trauma

in Youth) Program at The Alfred. The

program is a dynamic and interactive

injury awareness and prevention

program which utilises true stories and

experiences to show the impact of injury.

Compared to previous years, the

apprentices had the opportunity to hear

from customers and industry partners

that work closely with Cummins.

Evans noted that it is crucial to

understand the importance of

maintaining a positive relationship with

customers to ensure positive workflow

and lasting relationships.

“The onboarding program has been

consistent over the years. However,

we introduced the session with a

customer to emphasise how critical

the relationship with our customers

is, particularly when getting the repair

done right first time, communication

and limiting the customer downtime,”

she said.

“This year we also introduced the guest

speaker session, inviting Transport

Women Australia, Trades Women

Australia, Apprentice Ambassador

and Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia

representatives to speak to the group.”

Looking to the future of Cummins’

apprentice program, Evans states the

team will not just continue in hiring

a more diverse pool of talent but

also evolve the program to be able to

support the career goals and interests

of the apprentices.

“By adopting personalised learning

pathways and allowing fourth-year

apprentices to tailor training to match

their career goals and interests, we can

help them not only succeed currently

but build a strong foundation for their

future career with Cummins.”

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Erin Simpson

Based at the Newcastle (NSW) branch,

Erin Simpson is giving her second shot

in trade with a vision to stay for the

long-term. Only recently beginning her

30s and giving birth to her child only

months ago, she is ready to take on new

challenges in this next chapter of her life.

On what drew her to apply for the

apprentice program, Erin said she

Meet our apprentices

Based in Pooraka (Adelaide), Ashlee was

inspired to pursue the trade pathway

by her father who was in the trucking

industry. On what she enjoys about the

job, Ashlee cites the hands-on approach

to the work and the different tasks she

can work on daily.

Ashlee first learned of Cummins through

her family, having been encouraged

by her father to apply for the

apprenticeship when it was available.

“When I saw the opportunity to apply on

the website, I talked to my dad about it

and he said it should be a company I go

for because they’re very reliable,”

she said.

Ashlee stated that the onboarding

program had been a good opportunity

learned from friends that Cummins was

an ideal place to work.

“I’ve got a lot of friends that work within

the transport industry, and they all talk

about how Cummins is a pretty good

place to work,” she said.

“When I did the interview for this

opportunity it left a really good

impression with me. I wanted

somewhere where I would feel included,

and Cummins seemed to be just the

place where I would find that.”

When asked how she found the

onboarding program and meeting her

team for the first time, Erin responded

positively, noting the inclusive nature and

opportunity from industry partners as a

highlight.

“From day one everyone had taken

us under their wing, showed where

everything was and took time to get

to know us and our stories. Having a

5-month-old baby at home, everyone

was understanding,” she said.

“We met some people from

Tradeswomen Australia and other

to bond with her fellow apprentices and

understand the inner workings of the

company.

“It’s been good to connect with people

from other branches around the country

and learn about safety, health and the

different procedures of how things are

done in the company,” she said.

“At my branch, we have buddies to work

with to make sure we are supported at

all times.”

Only 20-years-old, Ashlee took a brief

break after high school and completed a

Certificate II in Automotive Servicing to

increase her chance in job hunting. Now

at the start of her career at Cummins,

she’s hoping to further expand her skills

portfolio over the next four years.

organisations. Cummins is really trying

to help us with our networking and

connecting us to people that can help us

succeed.”

Having enrolled in trade school years

ago, Erin did not complete her original

course, opting to explore different roles

and gain many experiences along the

way. Now in a position where she is

looking to settle and build a future with

her family, Erin has returned to her

passion for trade through the apprentice

program.

“Compared to the other apprentices,

I’ve already done most of what I

have wanted. I’ve completed half an

apprenticeship, moved around Australia,

worked in cattle stations and mines!”

she said.

“After my apprenticeship, I’d like to

do a stint in field service and as I get

older, I would use my Cert III in business

administration to transfer to an office

role. I’m now at a place where I can see

myself finishing with Cummins.”

“I’m hoping that after I finish my

apprenticeship, I’ll be able to get qualified

for field service or move up to a higher

position like a supervisor or manager,”

she said.

Ashlee Heffernan

Based at the Carole Park (Brisbane) branch,

Hazeem Deen is no stranger to Cummins

products. Hailing from the family behind

Deen Bros Demolition Contractors, Hazeem

knew since a young age his calling lied

within the trade and working with engines.

“Ever since I was seven years old, I was in

the workshop sweeping the floor, washing

trucks, holding spanners for dad. Doing

repairs, it’s in my blood,” he said.

Prior to starting his current apprenticeship,

Hazeem undertook a heavy diesel

mechanic course through WECTEC

in Springfield, followed by Cert II in

Engineering. After submitting his resume

to join the apprentice program, the rest

was history.

Shelby Thompson

Based in Darwin (NT), Seth’s passion and

experience with engines stretch back to

his childhood, helping out his father who

worked as a light vehicle mechanic.

Seth discovered the apprentice program

while submitting his resume to the local

branch, where the workshop manager

encouraged him to apply. Flash forward

months later, he was officially welcomed

as one of the team’s newest apprentices.

On what his goals are for the next four

years, Hazeem simply stated he wants to

try his best and make his family proud. He

hopes that with Cummins, he will learn the

ropes in field service, how to be a manager

and eventually have a hand in running the

workshop while helping out with the family

business.

“Cummins has the leading engines. When

you start up a truck with a Cummins

engine you know you’re going to get a

good day’s work out of it. You’re not going

to break down,” he said.

“It’s the best start in the market,

you gotta be proud of that!”

Based in Perth (WA), Shelby has been

around cars her entire life, fostering a

natural interest in engines. This led her

to completing a pre-apprenticeship

which sparked her passion to pursue a

career working with engines.

Shelby’s family directed her towards

Cummins as a potential employer.

“It’s been really eye-opening, especially

seeing the apprentices from other

branches since we are all so different

but have the same passion for what

we would like to do.

“Everyone was very welcoming when I got

there,” he said.

After his apprenticeship, Seth has his

eyes set on exploring the marine industry.

“If the opportunity arises, I will definitely

stay on with Cummins after my

apprenticeship. But a goal of mine in the

long-term is to join the marine industry

and see what it’s like!”

Hazeem Deen

“Learning about the environment and

safety side of things here has also

been really good.”

On what she’s hoping to achieve from

her apprenticeship, Shelby states that

getting her qualification would be her

first step to her future plans.

“After getting qualified, I’m hoping I will

be able to go on a mine site and work

there for a while. Eventually, I would

love to start my own business!”

she said.

Seth Withnall


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Bronze is only the beginning

At the 30th Australian Training Awards, Cummins’ Apprentice Program team took home bronze place

for the Australian Apprenticeships Employer Award category.

The award recognises the efforts in

addressing the skill shortages impacting

Australia’s automotive industry.

“This award is in recognition of the work

all apprentice program stakeholders

do to support the development of our

apprentices at Cummins,” said Kate

Evans, Training Manager for Cummins

Asia Pacific.

Kate Evans (centre) and Philip Wright (right)

receiving the Bronze Award for Australian

Apprenticeships Employer Award.

“This is for the technicians, apprentice

supervisors, service team members,

apprentice program managers and

capability trainers and the functional

team members who assist us with the

delivery of apprentice onboarding and at

various times throughout the year.”

Held annually for the last 30 years, the

Australian Training Awards celebrates the

achievements of individuals, businesses

and organisations in the vocational

educations and training sector.

With 16 awards up for presentation,

the night was filled with a supportive

atmosphere along with performances by

First Nation artists.

Three finalists in the running

Cummins was a strong

contender for HVIA’s new Heavy

Vehicle Apprentice of the Year

Award, with three apprentices

making the finalist list.

The new major award acknowledges

the individual who has demonstrated

exceptional ability as they undergo their

apprenticeship in any discipline related to

the heavy vehicle industry.

Kate Evans, Training Manager for Cummins

Asia Pacific, believes these results are only

the beginning for Cummins nominees in

the future.

“The fact that three of our apprentices

have made it this far only shows Cummins

is on the right track when it comes to

nurturing our talent,” said Kate.

“By providing the right resources, support

and environment, we can set them up for

success early into their careers.”

Meet our finalists

Adam Pearsall - Cummins Mildura

Adam was recognised for his proactive attitude towards customers. Always trying to

reduce downtime during repairs without compromising high-quality results, his work

ethic shines through as an inspiration to his team.

Samantha Santi - Cummins Newcastle

During her apprenticeship, Samantha established herself as a role model for other

apprentices. She regularly participates in community events to promote the heavy

mechanical trade and encourage females to explore the same pathway.

Toby Newcombe

- Cummins Tamworth

Hailing from a family that owns

and operates a fleet of coaches,

Toby had proven his technical

aptitude for the trade. Since the

second year of his apprenticeship,

Toby has been able to run

complete engine overhaul repairs,

guiding and directing the qualified

tech on the repair.

HVIA finalists from left, Toby Newcombe,

Adam Pearsall, Samantha Santi.

Tui’s advice

to apprentices…

‘DREAM BIG!’

Tui Toby is a resilient – and very successful – woman. She started

working for Cummins as an apprentice in Melbourne 19 years ago.

Along the way, the debilitating effects of

breast cancer, as well as having to deal

with health issues that beset her three

children, have truly tested her resolve.

“I’ve had awesome support from

Cummins leaders both personally and at

work,” she confides.

We’re chatting with Tui while 69 new

apprentices, including 30 women, are

going through Cummins’ extensive

2025 onboarding program in Melbourne

in February.

Her advice to apprentices? “Have a

goal and dream big. Your dreams can

change constantly. Don’t be afraid to

ask questions. The silliest question is the

question you don’t ask.”

The big move

A New Zealander who came to Australia

in 2005 to “have a look around” with her

partner and three young children, Tui

didn’t know what the future held.

She left school when she was 16 and tried

a number of career paths in Auckland

– merchandising, office administration,

computers – without really getting

what she wanted most, “hands on” job

satisfaction.

Tui learned about Cummins at a careers

expo in Melbourne. “I didn’t think I’d get a

go as an apprentice because I’m a female,

but to my amazement Cummins decided

to give me a chance,” she recalls.

Being a successful apprentice was very

important to Tui and she was prepared to

give anything a go. “I wanted to develop

new skills, I wanted to learn about

everything,” she recalls.

“Retaining all the info was the biggest

challenge initially but the technical

aspects got a lot easier as time went on.”

After serving her apprenticeship at the

Campbellfield and Laverton branches

in Melbourne, Tui progressed to the role

of workshop manager at Laverton, a

position she held for three years and at

one stage had a team of three workshop

supervisors, 15 technicians and several

apprentices.

Not daunted

For some women, doing an

apprenticeship as a diesel technician and

then becoming a workshop manager

would be a bit daunting, but not so for Tui.

“There were new challenges every day

and I enjoyed that,” she says. “I had

people to manage and I dealt with

customers too.”

She recalls she had a lot of coaching

and mentoring sessions, with a focus

on managing a team. “The HR people at

Cummins were really helpful,” she says.

Tui Toby (far right) with, from left, Mark Luciani, workshop manager

Cummins Laverton; Eva Kladas, parts interpreter Laverton;

Nic Strong, workshop maintenance coordinator Laverton.

During her time as workshop manager,

she earned a reputation for her

commitment and willingness to assist

others in order to achieve a high standard

of customer satisfaction.

Then she took on the role of operations

manager for the world-recognised

VLocity rail project in Victoria, with

responsibility for servicing and

maintenance of the Cummins QSK19

engines powering the railcars. One of the

most reliable passenger railcars in the

world, the VLocity project will take on its

400th QSK19 engine early in 2025.

More recently, Tui has been field service

supervisor at Cummins Laverton, another

role she has enjoyed.

“I have a great team, they make me

look good,” she says with a smile. “I

organise their schedules and repairs and

communicate with the customers.”


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McNaughts applies its haulage expertise to general

freight and a wide range of bulk products.

Cummins regional branch manager Jackson Meredith

(left) with McNaughts maintenance boss Brian Layton

and operations manager Darryn ‘Scoota’ McDonald.

Looking for better solutions

is a company focus.

Cummins-powered Kenworths are a

staple of the McNaughts operation.

Today’s trucks are running at higher

gross weights while utilisation is higher

to counter tighter margins, so engine load

factors are consistently higher.

Low profile, high standards

Despite a highly visible and

impeccably presented fleet,

McNaughts Transport of Finley,

NSW, is the quintessential

quiet achiever.

Operating from a head office in a small

town with a population of just 2000, the

McNaught team has obviously worked hard

building relationships with customers and

keeping them for the long term.

Importantly, the company has also grown

on the back of a culture of looking after the

people that do the work.

Obviously a proud family-owned business,

the McNaughts are totally content to

walk-the-walk rather than talk-the-talk.

Achieving cost-effective life from

equipment and maintaining this equipment

to the highest standards in high gross

weight applications is another strong focus.

The McNaught fleet today comprises

around 50 prime movers – Cumminspowered

Kenworths are a staple of the

operation – and they couple to range of

trailing equipment to form A-doubles,

AB-triples, B-triples and B-doubles, with

gross weights spanning 68 to 114 tonnes.

With bases in Finley, Dubbo and Berrigan

in NSW, McNaughts applies its haulage

expertise to general freight, a wide range of

bulk products including grain and fertiliser,

and has high capacity storage facilities for

these products.

The company also has a long established

relationship with one of Australia’s largest

rice product producers.

Knowing costs

Daniel McNaught leads the family business

today as CEO.

He points out their focus is on business

resilience, running the business on their

terms and knowing their costs. If there’s a

problem it’s self-inflicted.

Nothing they do is special, it’s all about

optimisation, looking for better solutions

and working the trends better.

As a family company McNaughts

works hard at attracting and retaining

good people and is proud of its team

of employees.

Operations manager Darryn ‘Scoota’

McDonald has been with the company

close to 30 years and has seen it evolve

from modest beginnings.

He remembers when he started that

McNaughts had four trucks – two

T600 Anteater Kenworths with 435 hp

Cummins N14 Red Head engines, one

Western Star with a 525 hp Red Head,

and one cabover Kenworth with a Big

Cam 400 Cummins.

Today’s Cummins-powered Kenworths

are in the hands of a man well-known

and respected for his approach to

maintenance – Brian Layton.

Brian worked for Ian Cootes for 24 years

as workshop manager when the IR

Cootes operation had a reputation as one

of the country’s most immaculate fleets.

‘Exceptional’ support’

He rates Cummins’ support as

“exceptional”, citing Cummins’ Newcastle,

Wodonga, Laverton and Brisbane

branches for special mention.

Discussing engine life, he considers

operators are probably “expecting too

much” in view of today’s much higher

demands on equipment.

“Today’s trucks are running at higher gross

weights while utilisation is higher to counter

tighter margins, so engine load factors are

consistently higher,” he says, pointing to

the range of multi-trailer combinations

McNaughts operates with gross weights up

to 114 tonnes.

The company has settled on a standard

X15 rating for its Kenworths – 600 hp

with peak torque of 1850 lb ft – to achieve

the best balance of performance and

driveline durability.

“Engine oil changes are every 40,000 km

and we also do oil sampling at this point,”

Brian point out. “This gives us a very

good picture of trends and when engine

changeout is likely to occur.”

Recruiting mechanics

Drivetrain rebuilds are carried out at the

McNaught workshop in Finley where four Filipino

mechanics are based. “They’re doing a brilliant

job,” says Brian, pointing out their recruitment

has provided skill sets that are often hard to

come by in a small town like Finley.

Brian notes that the Kenworths are far from

basic-spec units. In recent times, the favoured

models are the T909 and K200/220 and all have

a fridge, microwave oven, TV, Icepak sleeper cab

air conditioning and other options to ensure the

drivers are well looked after.

“We’re looking and two lives with our T909s,

refurbishing them at around 1.2 million kilometres

and fitting Cummins X15e5 crate engines,” he

points out, adding the trucks are still in excellent

conditions after 2.4 million kilometres.


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New Footscray hospital,

a $1.5 billion project.

Two of the four 2250 kVA generator sets designed

around Cummins’ 60-litre QSK60 diesel engine.

Cummins team (from left) Jason Griffin – commissioning

technician, Madonna Tawfik – application engineer, Kevin

Baxter – application engineer, Nikhil Kathe – senior project

manager, Prashant Patel – commissioning technician.

POWERFUL MEDICINE

The new Footscray Hospital is one of the most complex

emergency power system projects Cummins has been involved in.

At more than $1.5 billion, the new Footscray

hospital is one of Victoria’s largest ever health

infrastructure projects.

Cummins’ proven expertise in critical power installations at

major hospital projects around the country is a key reason for its

involvement in the new Footscray hospital.

In fact, the Footscray project is one of five hospital developments

and several medical-related facilities that the Cummins Power

Generation team in Melbourne is currently involved in.

Due for completion at the end of 2025, the new Footscray hospital

spans five buildings and will employ around 5000 people.

With more than 500 beds – an increase of 200 beds over the

old hospital – the new hospital will treat around 15,000 additional

patients each year and enable around 20,000 additional people to

be seen by the emergency department.

The hospital is being delivered as a Public Private Partnership with

Cummins having proven experience in hospital-related PPP projects.

Complexity

Four 2500 kVA Cummins Power Generation generator sets and six

Cummins DMC8000 digital master control systems are at the heart

of the emergency power system.

“The new Footscray hospital is one of the most complex

emergency power system projects Cummins has been involved in,”

says Cummins project manager Nikhil Kathe.

“I want to give a huge shoutout to the Cummins team involved in

the project. They are the heroes who have kept it on track.

“The project has been going for five years and has been through

several design changes in the last few years. Commissioning of

the emergency power system began in mid-November 2024 and is

expected to be completed by the start of April 2025.”

Team effort

Cummins has had a large on-site team at one stage or another,

with up to eight engineers and technicians from Cummins Laverton

involved during the construction and commissioning phases.

The team has included project manager Nikhil Kathe, previous

project manager Adam Ferrara (2020-2024), sales executive

Russell Slocomb, application engineers Kevin Baxter, Nick Rousch

and Madonna Tawfik, and technicians Jason Griffin, Prashant Patel,

Matt Brown and Sarah Bold.

Long-serving Cummins regional application engineer Kevin Baxter

confirms the complexity of the project which involves the six

Cummins DMC8000 units networking the third party controls.

These include nine transformers, six HV ring main units, 19 closed

transition ATS (automatic transfer switches), 10 load feeder circuit

breakers, and two HV incomers from the national grid.

The first of the four Cummins Power Generation generators will be

on line within 15 seconds in the event of an outage.

The four 2250 kVA generator sets are designed around Cummins’

60-litre QSK60 diesel engine which are fed with fuel from three

1000 litre tanks in the plant room. Additional bulk fuel supply

includes one 50,000-litre tank and three 35,000-litre tanks.

This capacity provides enough fuel for the four generators to run at

full load for 2.5 days.

Located on the corner of Geelong and Ballarat Roads, the new

hospital will support the increasing demand from Melbourne’s

booming western suburbs, ensuring families get the care they need

close to home.

It replaces the ageing Footscray Hospital on nearby Gordon Street,

which was built in the 1950s through community fundraising.

Bulk fuel supply includes one 50,000-litre

tank and three 35,000-litre tanks.

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Application engineer Kevin Baxter


checks one of the six Cummins

digital master controllers.

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Cummins has long played a key role at the OK Tedi copper and gold mine in

Papua New Guinea which is commissioning a new haul truck fleet in 2025.

Full throttle for

Cummins has a long-established Over these 40 years, the company has mined A new contractor-owned Hitachi EX1200

5.4 million tonnes of copper, 16.4 million excavator with a Cummins QSK23 rated at

relationship with OK Tedi Mining

ounces of gold and 38.1 million ounces of 760 hp is also joining the fleet.

Ltd (OTML) based on trust,

silver from the open-cut operation.

service support and product

Mine life to 2050

reliability.

In fact, high horsepower Cummins engines

have had a presence at the mine for over 30

years, providing high productivity in critical

mining equipment.

The first of 15 new haul trucks from XCMG,

commissioned early in 2025, are Cumminspowered

and will set new standards of

efficiency for the mine.

Up to 240,000 tonnes of overburden are

mined each day from a pit covering about 2.6

square kilometres. In addition, around 60,000

tonnes of ore are mined each day and

delivered to the mill for processing.

Milestones

The history behind OK Tedi and its

importance to PNG’s development is a story

of trials and triumphs.

OTML was established in 1981 to mine the

Mt Fubilan copper-gold ore body discovered

in the Star Mountains – near the headwaters

of the OK Tedi River – in the Western

Province of PNG.

This followed the signing of an agreement

between the PNG Government and a

consortium headed by BHP.

Mt Fubilan was described as a copper

mountain with a gold cap after exploratory

drilling began in the area in the 1970s. At the

time it was believed to be the largest copper

deposit in the world.

OTML has come a long way since first

production in 1984, with some impressive

milestones achieved.

OTML became a 100 percent Papua New

Guinea entity in 2012 and now has in-principle

agreement to extend mine life to 2050.

The company has been a vital driver of PNG’s

development.

By 2010, OTML was the largest single

contributor to PNG’s tax revenue. Over

the next 26 years to 2050, the company

is projected to generate US$8.5 billion in

social benefits including taxes, royalties and

dividend payments.

The company has had its fair share

of challenges over time, addressing

environmental and social impacts.

Massive steps have been taken over the

years to improve rehabilitation operations

as well as environmental monitoring

and mitigation.

The next five years are considered to

be a transformational period as OTML

reinvigorates the business to ensure longevity

and sustainability.

To achieve this goal, the Growth 2050

strategy has been developed with significant

investment to extend mine life to 2050

and beyond.

New haul truck fleet

Today, six Cat 6050 excavators, each with

dual 38-litre V12 Cummins KTTA38 engines,

are the backbone of the operation and are

supported with parts and service from

Cummins Lae.

The first five of 15 new XDE260, 230-tonne

haul trucks from XCMG, powered by Tier 2

Cummins QSK60 MCRS engines rated at

2,500 hp, will also enter service at OK Tedi

early in 2025.

Cummins is the only global company involved

in the mining industry in PNG that owns and

runs its branches.

“One of the key reasons customers prefer

using our product is because they’re

dealing directly with Cummins, not through

a dealership,” said David Leach, general

manager of Cummins PNG.

Cummins employs 45 nationals in PNG who

work out of two branch locations, Port

Moresby and Lae, and most are involved in

workshop and field service technical roles.

When rebuilt engines are required for the

OK Tedi operation, they are supplied by the

Cummins Master Rebuild Centre in Brisbane

which has a world-class reputation for

quality through best practice manufacturing

and planning.

A parts supply and pricing agreement is also

in place with Cummins.

Developing apprentices is a key to building

a sustainable business, and Cummins PNG

currently has six apprentices. “We have a

lot of applications for our apprenticeships

because Cummins is recognised in the

community as being a good employer and

good trainer,” said Leach.

“Safety training is also crucial to the success

of our business. Our ‘safety first’ culture is

reflected in our record of zero incidents over

the last two years.”

PNG

One of the key reasons customers prefer

using our product is because they’re dealing

directly with Cummins, not through a dealership.

directly with Cummins, not through a dealership.

mining lynchpin

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Commissioning of Cummins-powered

XCMG haul trucks at OK Tedi.

Cummins PNG general manager

David Leach (centre) with Cummins

technicians alongside an engine rebuild.

New XCMG haul trucks at OK Tedi are diesel-AC

electric drive units powered by Tier 2 Cummins

QSK60 engines rated at 2,500 hp.


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Cummins’ PrevenTech for Mining is a proven maintenance

solution that offers an array of benefits for the industry.

PrevenTech features include real-time engine

data logging and graphing, equipment mapping,

and customised fault code management.

Cummins uses a digital twin to simulate

performance and improve design and quality.

Proactive

– not reactive –

maintenance

We’ve gone from looking in the rear-view mirror to looking forward and

making informed decisions with the real-time data we get from PrevenTech.

We’re now being more

proactive, and less reactive, with

our maintenance practices and

that means reduced operational

and maintenance costs.

Sensor-based solutions are becoming an important part of modern-day maintenance systems.

The trend, which sees mining equipment of

all shapes and sizes attached with devices

to measure critical metrics, is only going

one way, with a growing number of reports

from around the world acknowledging the

rapid onset and importance of digitalisation

in mining.

By predicting potential equipment ‘health’

issues before they occur, the bottom line

for digital monitoring is obvious – reduced

downtime and production costs.

Cummins’ PrevenTech for Mining is a proven

real-time, data-driven digital solution to

improve equipment reliability and reduce life

cycle costs.

Miners around the world testify to its

effectiveness.

Real-time data

PrevenTech works by applying telematics, big

data, advanced analytics and IOT (Internet

of Things) technology to a machine’s engine

hardware, helping a mine identify and

diagnose issues faster and more accurately.

Features include real-time engine data

logging and graphing, equipment mapping,

and customised fault code management.

PrevenTech can track every connected

engine, securely transmitting alerts

for urgent and potential problems and

recommendations for actions and servicing.

Miners can optimise maintenance intervals

for each site individually, see the status of

equipment in real time, and plan downtime

and repair work to minimise disruption.

Alerts and recommendations are sent to

the customer by the Cummins Care team

via email, phone and a web-based customer

dashboard.

The system also increases technician safety

and efficiency by viewing live engine data

remotely without the need for technician/

engine interaction.

In Australia, PrevenTech is connected to

around 100 Cummins-powered trucks

and excavators at Whitehaven Coal mines

in NSW.

Logical step for Whitehaven

Mark Irwin, Whitehaven’s maintenance

manager at Maules Creek, saw PrevenTech

as a “logical step” for integration in the fleet

while the system was being trialled at

the mine.

“During the trial period we only had 10

engines connected but still prevented a

couple of potentially significant downtime

events. The machines were diagnosed and

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then repaired in a short period so as not to

disrupt production,” he reveals.

“Anything that helps us trend data and

get ahead of issues is important,” he says.

“We’ve gone from looking in the rear-view

mirror to learn from the past, to looking

forward and making informed decisions

with the real-time data we’re getting from

PrevenTech.

“In other words, we’re now being more

proactive, and less reactive, with our

maintenance practices and that means

reduced operational and maintenance costs.”

Another important element of PrevenTech is

the ability to integrate it with FleetguardFIT,

or filtration intelligence technology, which

monitors oil, air and fuel filters as well as oil

conditions.

This allows Cummins to report on the

condition of oil and engine filters on mining

equipment, thus reducing reliance on

standardised maintenance schedules and

minimising unnecessary costs.

Customers have reported extended filter

servicing intervals – for example, from

500 hours to 2000 hours – by combining

PrevenTech with FleetguardFIT.


Whitehaven Coal has around 100

Cummins-powered trucks and

excavators connected to PrevenTech.

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National Group, Cummins and Komatsu

executives in front of QSK60.

Upgraded Cummins QSK60 ‘Advantage’ engine arrives

on site for installation in Komatsu 830 haul truck.

Mining services firm makes major investment in fleet to support clients.

‘We’ve got the

advantage …’

A successful collaboration between National Group, Cummins South Pacific and Komatsu Australia is delivering

efficiency gains and environmental benefits through advanced engine technology.

QSK60 module that slides in

and out of the Komatsu 830E.

In 2023, National Group, a leading privately

owned mining services firm, embarked on the

largest engine upgrade in its history.

The goal: upgrading each engine in 16

Komatsu 830E haul trucks used at the Lake

Lindsay and Curragh coal mines in the Bowen

Basin in Central Queensland.

National Group’s multi-million-dollar

project involved converting the Cummins

Tier 1 QSK60 engines in the haul trucks to

the Cummins ‘Advantage’ solution.

This solution enables the QSK60 to be

upgraded to the latest diesel technology

at overhaul time with no major changes to

the base 60-litre V16 design. The result is

lower fuel consumption and greenhouse gas

emissions, and a substantial extension to

engine life in the haul trucks.

National Group founder and managing

director, Mark Ackroyd, says the engine

project is part of his firm’s ongoing

commitment to provide one of the largest

and most advanced equipment fleets in

Australia’s mining sector.

“National Group continues to invest

heavily in its fleet,” says Ackroyd. “We are

providing more equipment that utilises latest

technology to help our mining clients reduce

their fuel consumption and carbon footprint.”

The engine upgrade is an important part

of National Group’s broader Environmental,

Social and Governance (ESG) strategy.

In 2023, National Group launched its

Sustainability Strategy to build on its previous

sustainability achievements and provide a

roadmap to expand its ESG focus this decade.

“The engine upgrade is the largest initiative

so far resulting from National Group’s new

sustainability strategy,” says Ackroyd. “We

plan to further expand our ESG focus and

are encouraged by the early success of the

engine upgrade project. The feedback from

project stakeholders is very positive.”

The QSK60 engines were upgraded on time

and on budget, with no safety incidents or

project setbacks.

Technical excellence

The project’s complexity is reflected in the

amount of planning required, the number

of people involved across three firms, and

the scale of National Group’s investment to

upgrade 16 engines.

Each engine, about 2.5m high and 3m wide,

was removed on-site and then upgraded

at the Cummins Master Rebuild Centre in

Brisbane, then resupplied as certified as

an MCRS (modular common rail fuel

system) engine.

The key technology upgrade was to the

engine’s fuel injection system. The early

high-pressure unit injection system (HPI)

was replaced with the high-pressure modular

common rail system (MCRS) that now

features on all of Cummins’ latest-generation

high-horsepower engines.

Cummins’ Advantage solution also

includes innovative combustion technology

engineered for Tier 4 Final and Stage V

emissions compliance – the most stringent

off-highways emissions standards in the

world delivering a proven 63% reduction in

diesel particulate matter.

In addition, the reduction in fuel consumption

supports a reduction of scope 1 emissions

(CO2) aligned to the National Greenhouse

and Energy Reporting Act 2007 (NGER).

Glen Evans, branch manager at Cummins in

Emerald, says the engine upgrade required

extensive collaboration. “A lot of credit should

go to the teams at National Group, Komatsu

and Cummins on this project.

“Everyone worked together really well to

understand each other’s needs, what was

required and how to ensure the project

achieved its goals. The project has been a

good opportunity for Cummins to expand its

relationship with National Group.”

At the ground level, Evans’ colleague, Fredy

Cerdan, product support representative

at Cummins, liaised with National Group

maintenance superintendent Damien Melville.

A larger group of stakeholders from National

Group, Cummins and Komatsu was then

formed and the group met before the project

officially began.

Delivering results

Gary Clarke, regional service manager

Queensland at Komatsu Australia, says a

unique feature of the Komatsu truck is its

modularisation.

“All the engine components are in one

module that slides in and out of the 830E.

It’s a really great design and means we

were able to complete all of the upgrades

and modifications off the truck which

reduced downtime when we completed the

installations on site.”

Clarke says the engine installations went

smoothly. “There were no quality issues

with the build or installation, everything

was delivered on time and there were

no safety incidents. From Komatsu’s

perspective, the results have been

as expected.”

Clarke says Komatsu welcomed the

opportunity to work closer with National

Group. “It’s one of the biggest projects

Komatsu has ever undertaken for National

Group, so it’s great that the relationship

between our organisations continues to

grow. The National Group and Cummins

team have been great to work with.”

National Group, says Clarke, deserves

credit for its investment in the project.

“Costly upgrades of equipment to deliver

environmental and efficiency benefits

are not something mining contractors in

Queensland are required to do.

“The direct benefits of reduced fuel

consumption and lower greenhouse gas

emissions go to the client rather than

the contractor.

“National Group had the foresight to

make a major long-term investment in

this project for its clients, even though

it receives indirect benefits from the

engine upgrade.”

For National Group’s Mark Ackroyd, the

main benefit is helping clients achieve their

goals. “Our firm’s DNA has always been

built on being very customer-focused.

Our clients want to use mining equipment

that reduces their carbon footprint

through lower fuel consumption. We are

responding to our clients’ needs through

this investment in engine upgrades.”

Ackroyd says the project delivers other

long-term benefits for National Group.

“We’ve further strengthened our

relationship with Komatsu and Cummins

and our people have learnt more about

collaboration on large projects.

“As we continue to expand and upgrade

National Group’s fleet, in response

to rising demand for our services,

collaboration skills with other firms are

increasingly valuable.”

Another benefit of the project is

its alignment with National Group’s

sustainability strategy. “The risk with

developing a sustainability strategy is that

it looks great on paper, but ultimately sits

on the shelf,” says Ackroyd.

“This project shows how serious we are

about implementing our new sustainability

strategy and expanding our ESG focus

through major investments that will

benefit our clients, mining workers,

communities and the environment for

years to come.”

Ackroyd expects National Group to further

upgrade its fleet in the next few years.

“It’s something we are looking at. Our

business has a lot of momentum and

capacity to invest. We see the quality

of our fleet, and the maintenance skills

behind it, as key competitive advantages

that we continue to build on to support

our clients as they grow.”

We are providing more equipment

that utilises latest technology to help

our mining clients reduce their fuel

consumption and carbon footprint.

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IN THE NEWS

IN THE NEWS

First Mode’s technology represents the

first commercially available retrofit hybrid

system for mining equipment.

Retail giant

Walmart is one of the first companies to

use Cummins’ new fuel agnostic X15N.

won’t meet

2040 GHG goals

Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, has been piloting

all-electric trucks and other zero-emissions technologies

but says it doesn’t expect cost-effective zero-emissions

transport to be a reality in the near future.

In carbon reduction mode

In a report in HDT (Heavy Duty Trucking) magazine, Walmart

said it would not be able to meet its ambitious emissions goals,

in part because it does not expect cost-effective low-carbon

transportation to become a reality as soon as earlier projected.

In 2020, Walmart announced a plan to achieve zero-carbon

operations by 2040. Part of that plan was electrifying all of

its vehicles, including long-haul trucks, by 2040. But Class 8

electric trucks are still too expensive.

The company pointed out that ZEVs (zero emission vehicles)

are up to two-and-a-half times the cost of diesel units.

Walmart is one of the first companies to use Cummins’ new

fuel agnostic X15N, a step along the retail giant’s road to lower

carbon emissions. Walmart’s first X15N went into service as a

trial unit in early 2023 and is fuelled with renewable natural gas

which significantly reduces lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions.

In its 2024 ESG report, Walmart said, “While we continue

to work toward our aspirational target of zero operational

emissions by 2040, progress will not be linear… and depends

not only on our own initiatives but also on factors beyond

our control.”

Among those factors, it said, was “timely emergence of

cost-effective technologies for low-carbon heavy tractor

transportation (which does not appear likely until the 2030s).”

The X15N recently went into full production at Cummins’

Jamestown Engine Plant and is offered with peak outputs

of 500 hp and 1850 lb ft of torque. It is being offered by

Kenworth, Peterbilt and Freightliner.

Cummins Inc. has acquired the assets of First Mode,

a leader in retrofit hybrid solutions for mining and rail

operations. The acquisition includes hybrid mining and

rail product lines, and the full IP portfolio which includes

hydrogen and battery powertrain solutions.

In addition, Cummins is acquiring First Mode’s commercial

portfolio, manufacturing and technical teams in Australia, the

United States and Chile.

The First Mode technology represents the first commercially

available retrofit hybrid system for mining equipment,

significantly reducing total cost of ownership (TCO) while

advancing decarbonisation in operations.

First Mode will continue to serve customers through the

transition and is dedicated to meeting customers’ needs by

shipping product in Q1 2025.

“This acquisition is an important step forward in our goal

to lead our Power Systems customers through the energy

transition,” said Jenny Bush, President of Power Systems at

Cummins. “With First Mode’s hybrid retrofit technology, we are

accelerating our ability to provide decarbonisation solutions

that meet miners’ need to drive down operating costs today.”

Cummins is at the forefront of developing multiple technology

pathways to help the mining industry transition to a

sustainable future.

Through product hybridisation and clean fuels such as ethanol

and methanol, Cummins is developing bridge technologies

that enable miners to maximise the life of existing fleets while

reducing carbon emissions.

“Cummins’ dedication to partnering with original equipment

manufacturers (OEMs) and miners ensures that these

technologies are developed and tested in real-world

environments,” Bush added.

“With hybrid retrofit kits, modular component upgrades

and scalable solutions, we are bringing miners the flexibility

and confidence they need to decarbonise operations while

adapting to evolving technologies and infrastructure.”

With its vast global service network, Cummins says it is

prepared to support newly developed bridge technologies,

ensuring seamless integration and ongoing support for mining

and rail applications.

The news follows the 2024 decision of First Mode’s majority

shareholder, Anglo American, to conclude its funding of First

Mode as part of its capital prioritisation program.

Cummins is already field testing a mining diesel-battery

hybrid truck solution in China with North Hauler Joint Stock

Co., Ltd. (NHL).

In the hybrid NTH260, a 220 t payload mining truck, the

hybrid system allows the truck engine to be downsized from

the previous 2500 hp QSK60 to the current 2000 hp

two-stage QSK50.

Early field test results show 15 – 20% average fuel savings

compared to a non-hybrid system.

Rio Tinto’s renewable diesel move

Rio Tinto has transitioned from conventional to renewable

diesel for all heavy mining equipment at its Kennecott

Bingham Canyon copper mine in Utah – the

world’s deepest open pit mine.

Cummins QSK78 engines

fuelled with renewable diesel

were part of the Rio Tinto trial.

This follows a trial conducted

in collaboration with Cummins

in which Komatsu 930E haul

trucks with QSK78 HPI and

MCRS engines were fuelled

with renewable diesel.

Rio Tinto’s Kennecott transition

to renewable diesel includes its

entire fleet of haul trucks and

heavy machinery equipment,

including 84 Komatsu 930

SE haul trucks powered with

Cummins QSK78 engines.

Nate Foster, Managing Director of Rio Tinto

Kennecott, cited partnership with Cummins had

been critical to the success of this transition.

“I want to recognise our partners Cummins, who spearheaded

the trial alongside us, and now HF Sinclair, who has helped

implement the full use of renewable diesel today,” he said.

All high horsepower Cummins industrial engines are approved

for use with unblended renewable diesel.

Compared to conventional diesel, renewable diesel can serve

as a drop-in replacement, as well as:

• Reduce well-to-work greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions

up to 90%

• Reduce tailpipe emissions of particulate matter and

smoke up to 50%

• Experience only 1-2% power loss

• Provide no impact to service/maintenance intervals

• Be stored for longer duration

Cummins’ Destination Zero strategy for mining includes

further development of two bridge pathways: hybrid and clean

fuel capabilities.

“While customers like Rio Tinto with access to renewable

diesel can already make significant strides in reducing

emissions, we intend to expand opportunities for miners with

access to clean ethanol or methanol,” said John Essegbey,

Cummins Mining Market Sensing & Innovation Manager.

“Specifically, dual-fuel systems provide flexibility for engines

to run at varying diesel substitution rates based on fuel

availability and performance needs.”


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IN THE NEWS

IN THE NEWS

Cummins launches first

hydrogen ICE turbocharger

Cummins has unveiled a new

turbocharger designed specifically for

hydrogen internal combustion engines

(H2 ICE) for heavy-duty on-highway

applications.

This advancement in turbocharging

technology follows Cummins securing a

contract to supply H2 ICE turbochargers

to a major European OEM (original

equipment manufacturer).

The turbocharger is specifically designed

to power the first hydrogen internal

combustion engine for heavy-duty

on-highway applications in the

European market.

H2 ICE engine technology has been

classified as zero-emission by the

European Union (EU) and represents a

promising bridge solution for reducing

emissions.

H2 ICE engine platforms also comply

with the upcoming Euro VII emission

standards, demonstrating the potential

of hydrogen as a viable alternative in the

journey toward global decarbonisation.

Showcasing its leadership in hydrogen

innovation, Cummins overcame

significant design challenges posed by

the use of hydrogen as a fuel.

These included adapting aerodynamics

to address varying lambda requirements,

managing the increased water

production resulting from hydrogen

combustion, and mitigating the

metallurgical

impacts of

hydrogen use.

Despite these hurdles, Cummins

has successfully delivered a reliable

and high-performance turbocharger for

hydrogen powered heavy-duty

on-highway truck engines.

Hydrogen ICE

turbocharger

Cummins extends

legendary

B-series platform

Cummins has unveiled an update to its legendary B-series

platform, the new six cylinder B7.2, the largest B-series engine

ever with its 7.2-litre displacement.

This latest evolution throws the spotlight on one of the most successful

diesels ever developed by Cummins, with millions now in service around

the world.

The first B-series engine came off the production line on July 1, 1983,

and was the result of a joint development project with JI Case.

The original displacements were a 3.9-litre four cylinder and a

5.9-litre six cylinder.

Featuring a slightly higher displacement than the current

B6.7-litre engine, the new B7.2 improves unrestricted top-end

performance ratings, providing 240 to 340 hp and 650 to

1000 lb ft of torque.

New 6.7-litre Turbo Diesel for the Ram pickup truck.

Ramping up the Ram

Cummins has unveiled its most

advanced diesel pickup engine yet in the

form of the 2025 6.7-litre Turbo Diesel

rated at 430 hp for the Ram truck.

The Cummins Turbo Diesel was first

used in the 1989 Chrysler Dodge Ram,

with projected sales of less than 5,000

engines. Actual sales exceeded 20,000

engines in the first year, signalling to the

market that a powerful new combination

had been created.

The engine has evolved from the first

generation 5.9-litre with 160 hp and 400

lb ft of torque to today’s 6.7-litre with

430 hp and 1075 lb ft of torque.

Built in Columbus, Indiana, at Cummins’

legendary Columbus Mid-Range Engine

Plant (CMEP), production of the Ram

engine has reached more than 150,000

units in a single year.

Cummins today partners with

Stellantis in the supply of engines

for the Ram.

The two companies have

extended their partnership

through to 2030, paving the way for

continued innovation among the most

iconic pickup brands in the business.

Stellantis formed in 2021 from the

merger of the Italian-American

conglomerate Fiat Chrysler Automobiles

and the French PSA Group.

The latest 6.7-litre Cummins engine is

being offered in 2025 Ram 2500 and

3500 heavy-duty pickups, and Ram

3500, 4500 and 5500 chassis-cab

models. The chassis-cab units are rated

at 360 hp with 800 lb ft of torque.

The engine is optimised with a brand new

Ram model lineup featuring latest

Cummins 6.7-litre Turbo Diesel.

8-speed transmission which contributes

to noticeable gains in acceleration and

power, driving home stronger overall

truck performance and towing capability.

Noise, vibration and harshness are

also improved using helical valve train

synchronizing gears which enable a

quieter ride.

Emissions air handling also introduces

a new airflow management design with

new high-pressure fuel delivery system

and fuel pump. A new variable geometry

turbocharger delivers intelligent

condition-based power output that is

now faster and more efficient.

The higher displacement allows for a wider range

of torque offerings, creating flexibility for different

applications and duty cycles.

Global platform

The B7.2 is a global platform with roll-out to vary by

region, market and emissions standards. The engine will

go into full production in North America in 2027 to meet the

ultra-low U.S. EPA 2027 and Euro 7 emission regulations.

The B7.2 is part of Cummins’ HELM platform, HELM standing for higher

efficiency, lower emissions, multiple fuels.

The HELM engines are an important element of Cummins’ Destination Zero

strategy to go further, faster to reduce the greenhouse gas (GHG) and air

quality impacts of its products.

The new engine will bring state-of-the-art technology and

continue to serve a variety of medium-duty and vocational

applications, including bus, pickup and delivery, and utility trucks.

It will have automatic engine shutdown and stop-start capability

for improved greenhouse gas emissions and will offer a

compression engine brake and extended oil drain interval

pan option.

It will also be equipped with Cummins’ full suite of digital

technologies, which help enhance performance, maximise

uptime and reduce total cost of ownership.

The B7.2 will provide digital connectivity and immediate

access to a range of applications and capabilities through

Acumen, Cummins’ smart computing hardware.


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Steeled

for success

Kobelco is a prominent name globally in the hydraulic excavator market.

In 1999, three companies came together to form the

Kobelco that we know today globally: Kobelco Construction

Machinery Co., Ltd.

The three companies were, Construction Machinery Division of

Kobe Steel, Ltd., Yutani Heavy Industries Ltd. and Kobe Steel

Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.

Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. is wholly owned by the

Kobe Steel Group which is also known as just Kobelco in Japan.

Today’s range of Kobelco Construction Machinery excavators

span operating weights from one-tonne to 85 tonnes and in

recent years new models have been added with Cummins power

for both the Japanese and export markets.

In 2018, Cummins Japan collaborated with Kobelco Construction

Machinery Co. on the installation of the F4.5 engine in the

20-tonne excavator and also the B7 engine in the 30 and

35-tonne models, all for the Chinese market.

The latest project has involved the installation of the Cummins

X12 engine – Stage V emissions compliant – in Kobelco 50-tonne

class excavators for the Japanese market.

These are the SK470/500LC-11 with the Cummins X12 rated at

280 kW and the demolition model, the SK550DLC-11, also rated

at 280 kW.

Cummins Japan Off-Highway Account

Manager Takatoshi Murase (left) with

Toru Nagai, Commercial Leader, Engine

Business Unit Cummins Japan.

Meet Toshinori Sengoku

In this exclusive interview, we sat down with Toshinori Sengoku, a seasoned engineer who has been

with Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. since 2013. Over the years, he has transitioned from

working on engines and components to managing overall product development.

In 2023, he began collaborating with Cummins. Through this

partnership, he shares insights on the journey, experiences

with Cummins, and the collaborative efforts that have led to

successful product development.

Join us as we delve into the details of this fascinating career and

the impactful collaboration with Cummins.

Q: Cummins started working with you in 2023. How much did

you know about Cummins before that?

A: I knew that Cummins provided engines for other construction

machine manufacturers but I didn’t know much about the size

of the company or other details. It was before this new product

development, so I didn’t know what to expect at first.

Upon meeting, we discussed going to Columbus (Cummins Inc.

world HQ in Indiana, US). Interestingly, I was researching Conexpo

(construction trade show)internally and learned that Cummins

was participating, so a trip to Columbus made sense.

Q: At that time, you visited Cummins facilities, including the

Cummins Technical Centre. What was your impression?

A: After the trip, I started to learn more about Cummins. I

discovered that Cummins was a major player with factories in

many locations and a focus on areas like fuel cells, not just engines.

Q: Now we have the 50-tonne product manufactured. You and

Takaaki Matsumoto (lead Cummins Japan engineer for the

project) talk on a weekly basis. What is your impression of

Cummins now?

A: I’ve been working with other engine manufacturers for about

a decade but they were all domestic. I found that a multinational

company like Cummins wasn’t much different. There were

differences in areas like technical documents, which were very

detailed and took time to understand. The requirements were

specific, which was positive, and the checklist was extensive.

Manager - Hydraulic Excavator Engineering Group, Hydraulic Excavator

Engineering Department and Product Development Engineering Division.

Q: So you were able to communicate and discuss across other

teams within Cummins and Kobelco. What did you find useful?

A: Just by reading the application manual, there were things that

were hard to understand, but with active relationships across

teams, I could ask questions directly, which was very helpful.

I think there could be more projects on the way, and I look

forward to continued support like this project. Active discussion

is really needed because the documents and materials are in a

different format. Some felt culturally different, hard to read, and

difficult to find critical points.

Weekly catch-ups helped. This project was possible in a short

time period by working together.

Q: What was your impression of Cummins employees?

A: I always thought multinational companies would have a topdown

approach from headquarters, but Cummins employees

worked hard to communicate with their headquarters to ensure

our requirements were met. That left a positive impression.

I also think a lot of

work is being done

by a small number of

employees in Japan.

Toshinori Sengoku.

Kobelco SK500LC hydraulic excavator

now with Cummins X12 power.

Domestic companies usually have fewer checklists and more

tests. The actual machine testing areas had already been

discussed thoroughly, so after the prototype, things went

smoothly. This process involved less work compared to

domestic engine manufacturers.

Q: Can you elaborate on which areas had less time invested

compared to domestic engine manufacturers?

A: Heat balance measuring is a good example. Domestic

companies typically use around 200 heat sensors while

Cummins used less than half. This was a major

difference. Japanese manufacturers tend

to check rigorously, even with the same

components, area by area, while

Cummins focused more on the bigger

outcome. It felt rational. I was also

thankful that the aftermarket parts

cost and discussions were done

thoroughly at a reasonable cost.

Kobelco engineer Toshinori Sengoku (right) with

Takaaki Matsumoto, Technical Specialist, Application

& Customer Engineering – Cummins Japan.

Cummins X12 also powers


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SK550DLC demolition excavator.

It’s a credit to all logging

operators who work together

to make our industry safer.

Campbell Gilmour has had time-honoured

involvement in New Zealand’s trucking industry

as a driver, fleet manager and fleet owner.

Born in the deep south in Invercargill, Campbell spent most of his

formative years in Alexandra in central Otago and started working

for Alexandra Transport when he left school at 17.

“I’ve been in transport all my working life and in the logging game

for around 32 years,” he says. “I started in the industry as a driver

when I left school and worked my way up to fleet management

and then ownership of Gilmour Transport with Warwick (Wilshier),”

he recalls.

Gilmour Transport was established in 2021 when Campbell and

Warwick Wilshier – another man immersed in New Zealand’s

timber industry – bought log transporter Alan Forbes Transport in

Tokoroa in the North Island’s Waikato region.

Forbes had been a highly respected contractor at NZ Forest

Products’ Kinleith mill since 1979.

Gilmour HQ in Tokoroa in the

North Island’s Waikato region.

Twenty-five Kenworths with Cummins X15

power are the foundation of the business.

AT THECUTTING EDGE

The Forbes business was rebranded Gilmour Transport, and the

operation today is moving around 450,000 tonnes of logs annually.

“Fuel consumption is a huge consideration,” he says. “Long gone are

the days when we didn’t worry about fuel.”

Campbell Gilmour… has been in

transport all his working life.

It’s the back-up that counts

and we can only sing the praises

of Cummins and Southpac…

Twenty-five Kenworths with Cummins X15 power are the

foundation of the business. Most of the red engines are in K200s

while some T610s and T659s have also come into the fleet with the

15-litre Cummins.

Support that counts

Service support is the key to doing business with Gilmour

Transport. Loyalty received is deserving of loyalty in return, an

adage that obviously carries weight within Campbell’s business.

“We have a very good relationship with Cummins and Southpac

(the Kenworth dealer),” Campbell states with conviction.

“As much as you want a foolproof product, it’s just not realistic.

It’s the back-up that counts and we can only sing the praises of

Cummins and Southpac and the people we deal with in those

organisations.

“We never have a cross word, we work with each other. It’s a

partnership which is important because we’ll be working alongside

each other for a long while yet.”

Damian Nicholls, operations manager for Cummins Bay of Plenty,

keeps a firm finger on the pulse of the Gilmour operation.

Campbell recounts: “We had an engine component failure a few

days out from Christmas last year and Damian pulled out all stops

and had the truck back in our yard for our Christmas line-up.

“That’s typical of the support we get from Cummins.”

The standard X15 rating is 550 hp – peak output is actually 578

hp at 1800 rpm – while the preferred Gilmour configuration is an

8x4 prime mover coupled to a five-axle trailer which operates at 54

tonnes over a 23-metre length.

Fuel consumption for each truck is calculated monthly, and

Campbell cites a fleet average of 1.59 km/litre which he says is in

line with expectations.

Gilmour Transport has two mechanics on site who carry out all

repair and maintenance work, apart from warranty jobs.

Safety a core value

Running an efficient company isn’t Campbell Gilmour’s only

business focus.

He has been on the Log Transport Safety Council since 2005 and

on the executive since 2016 and is immensely proud of the work

the council has done in lifting the standard and maintaining the

professionalism of the industry.

Safety has become a core value, not just a priority, he says.

Log trucks are the public face of one of New Zealand’s biggest

export industries and since the council was formed in 1996 – a

time of chronic log truck roll-over accidents – the safety record of

the sector has gone from being one of the worst in the transport

industry to the best.

“It’s a credit to all logging operators who work together to make

our industry safer,” says Campbell. “A lot has been done with

the introduction of longer-lower trucks for greater stability and

other initiatives such as improved driver training and safety

awareness campaigns.”

Campbell Gilmour looks back on his career in road transport with

a great deal of pride – the years he spent with the Dynes family,

for example, as a shareholder in Dunedin Carrying Company, and

when he started working in the logging industry as a driver for

Warwick Wilshier.

He even had a stint driving roadtrain triples in Western Australia.

As far as the future goes, Campbell has a positive outlook. One

thing is certain, his pride in the industry will never diminish.


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NPE pontoon-mounted pumps powered

by Cummins QST30 engines at Woodie

Woodie manganese mine in WA.

Pumped up

with 500th Cummins

Cummins has recognised National Pump & Energy (NPE)

for commissioning the 500th Cummins-powered water

pump in its national fleet.

Annie Chu, Executive Managing Director -

Cummins Asia Pacific, presented a plaque

to Jeremy Collins, General Manager of NPE,

in recognition of its achievement.

Collins points out that the partnership

between NPE and Cummins has proven

highly successful across a range of

industries and water management projects.

NPE’s fleet of Cummins-powered water

pump and power generation units is

used in remote mining sites, large-scale

construction projects, and oil and

gas operations.

The reliability and efficiency of the

equipment has played a significant role in

the successful completion of these projects.

“NPE and Cummins have a shared

commitment to delivering best-in-class

products and services,” says Collins.

NPE had its origins in 2001 when Campbell

Mining Services (CMS) was formed in

Mackay, Qld, with a vision to one day be

the largest dewatering pump company in

the country.

In 2014, CMS – trading as National Pump

Services – merged with Perth-based

Resource Equipment Ltd (REL) to become

National Pump & Energy.

Toughest projects

It’s worth recounting a memorable event

in REL’s history which occurred in 2011

when frantic efforts were being made to

prevent a meltdown at Japan’s Fukushima

nuclear plant following the 9.0-magnitude

earthquake and subsequent tsunami.

Television news was dominated by the

headline: GIANT WATER CANNON ARRIVES

TO HELP BATTLE JAPAN NUKE CRISIS.

The ‘REL’ brand was prominent on the

cannon and associated equipment,

including a Cummins generator set,

Cummins Custom Pak and Cummins V12

engine, as the gear was offloaded at an air

base in Japan and readied for deployment

at the nuclear plant.

REL was contacted by foreign government

representatives asking if they could

urgently help with the emergency relief

effort in Japan. There was an overheating

problem with the nuclear reactors at

Fukushima, and the plan was to pump

seawater into the plant to cool the

reactor cores.

REL’s remote-controlled hydromining

cannon became a critical factor in the

emergency effort to help stem radiation

bleeding into the environment.

Annie Chu, Executive Managing Director –

Cummins Asia Pacific, presents plaque to

NPE General Manager Jeremy Collins.

Today, NPE’s expertise in water management

projects, from the supply of a single pump

to the design, construction and installation

of turn-key custom-built equipment and

systems, is no less impressive.

NPE’s ability to work closely with Cummins’

engineering team ensures that the power

generation systems and pumps are

optimised for the toughest conditions

and projects.

This collaboration continues to

evolve, with both companies

leveraging their strengths to

tackle new challenges and

meet the growing demands

of the global energy and

industrial markets.

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You get what you pay for with

quality products. If you want to take risks

to save a few dollars, you are likely to

incur greater losses in business impact

through downtime.

Holograms

drive Cummins’

parts authentication

Hologram technology now features

on Cummins’ new parts labelling.

Scan or click

for more info.

FAILED!

Cummins has introduced a new leading-edge parts label system, featuring hologram technology,

to help customers confirm they are buying the genuine product.

“Counterfeit parts are increasingly being sold as ‘Genuine

Cummins Parts’ across the globe,” says Kyle Miller, Cummins’

aftermarket business development manager for mining in the

Asia Pacific region.

Due to the magnitude of the problem in Australia, Cummins

has recently engaged Australian Border Force to help

identify and stop shipments of counterfeit parts entering

the country.

Sophisticated reproductions of original parts have made it

incredibly hard for even the trained eye to distinguish real

from fake. These illegal imitations of engine components, oils

and lubricants manufactured from inferior materials can lead

to serious safety and product issues.

To put the cost into perspective, counterfeit goods are

estimated to be a US$500 billion-per-year industry globally.

“Counterfeiters have become so sophisticated that even

their labelling, packaging, barcodes and QR codes appear

authentic, so many consumers are misled into thinking they

are buying the genuine article,” says Miller, explaining the

importance of protecting customers with advanced labelling.

Hologram development

The development of holograms, whose effects cannot be

completely replicated or simulated by normal reprographics

methods, has introduced a new level of brand protection.

To differentiate from counterfeit products, Cummins’ new

labels feature a Cummins-specific hologram as well as a

verification website. Customers can scan a QR code on the

label to reach the site (see link to site below).


The new labels were expected to be fully implemented by the

end of 2024, although parts that were labelled prior to the

implementation will not be relabelled.

To verify the authenticity of Cummins products

using the new label, visit www.cummins.com/

genuinepartsauthentication. Customers can also visit

a Cummins branch or authorised Cummins dealer for

confirmation.

“Cummins Genuine parts sourced from the extensive

network of Cummins branches and authorised Cummins

dealers across Australia and New Zealand are the only parts

approved and warranted by Cummins,” says Miller.

Non-genuine QSK

engine parts tested

The high risk of using counterfeit or non-genuine parts in a high horsepower diesel engine hit home at a

mining operation in Western Australia.

Detailed in Cummins Asia Pacific magazine

in 2023, a Cummins K50 – a 50-litre V16

renowned for its reliability and durability

– failed at only 6,000 hours powering

an excavator when it would have been

expected to clock up to 16,000 hours after

midlife maintenance at 8,000 hours.

Teardown of the 1,800 hp engine showed

total destruction inside one cylinder. The

reason was glaring: Counterfeit parts,

including the cylinder liners, had been used

by a third party repairer to rebuild the K50.

The downfall of using an unauthorised

Cummins repairer to cut costs was clearly

evident to the customer.

“At the end of the day you get what you

pay for with quality products. If you want

to take risks to save a few dollars, you are

likely to incur greater losses in business

impact through downtime or performance

issues,” says Kyle Miller, Cummins

aftermarket business development

manager for mining in the Asia

Pacific region.

Latest testing

A Cummins engineering team has carried

out extensive testing of 106 non-genuine

QSK engine parts from a recognised

supplier.

These parts were put through the same

rigorous test procedures Cummins uses to

manufacture Genuine Cummins parts.

Many failed on visual inspection. Some failed

because the metal was too soft or brittle.

Other parts failed for different reasons.

Part categories tested were piston, piston

pin, piston rings, cylinder liner, valves,

bearings, thrust bearing and exhaust

manifold gasket.

Testing included multiple parts per

component category. Test results

confirmed every part category failed

in measurement or material inspection

compared to Cummins standards.

One example of the difference is

connecting rod bushings. For QSK45

and QSK60 engines, Cummins only sells

these bushings with the connecting

rod to ensure quality, durability and

precise fit. Competitors sell the parts

separately, ignoring Cummins engineering

requirements.

“Cummins High Horsepower Genuine parts

sourced from the extensive network of

Cummins branches in Australia and New

Zealand are the only parts approved and

warranted by Cummins,” says Kyle Miller.

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MILESTONES

Rob Sweeney’s retirement comes after an

extraordinary 50 years of service.

His journey began in 1975 as an apprentice diesel

mechanic at the Lansvale (Sydney) branch, working on

iconic Cummins engines like the C160, NH250, and VT903.

Rob honed his skills across a diverse range of

applications, including automotive, agriculture,

construction, marine and power generation.

Rob has held pivotal roles throughout his tenure, including

service manager, northern territory account manager,

branch manager, manager – Cummins Used and most

recently, on-highway account manager based in Sydney.

400th

Cummins engine

Another major milestone has been achieved in Victoria’s VLocity rail project with Cummins

delivering the 400th QSK19 engine for the world-recognised trains which operate on the

state’s regional network.

When the project is completed 2025, a

total of 426 QSK19 engines will have been

delivered for the current generation VLocity.

Cummins has worked closely with

the railcar manufacturers – originally

Bombardier and now Alstom – to ensure

high availability and on-time performance

of the VLocity fleet. In fact, VLocity is one

of the most reliable passenger railcars in

the world today.

When the 200th QSK19 was delivered

in 2017, it was pointed out that the key

measurement of the reliability of a rail fleet

was the MDBF, or mean distance between

failures. The MDBF is based on any delay in

station arrival time of five minutes or greater.

‘Unheard of’ reliability

“The original expectation for VLocity was

an MDBF of 100,000 kilometres, but the

actual long-term MDBF average exceeded

150,000 kilometres which was unheard

of in the diesel railcar industry,” says Mark

Pellington, who heads up the VLocity

business for Cummins.

for

VLocity

The first VLocity trains went into service

in Victoria in late 2005. Operating at

speeds of up to 160 km/h, they are

powered by 750 hp horizontal Cummins

QSK19 diesel engines.

Each car in the latest three-car VLocity

trains has 19-litre Cummins power as

well as a 182 kWe load-sharing Cummins

generator set powered by the

QSB6.7 engine.

When the VLocity project was mooted

in 2002, Cummins was considered the

only diesel engine manufacturer capable

of providing the engineering expertise to

ensure its success.

The VLocity railcars are manufactured

by Alstom at its Dandenong facility, while

production and assembly of

the propulsion, cooling and

electrical power generation

modules is carried out at

Cummins’ South Pacific

headquarters in Scoresby

(Melbourne).

The innovative module concept was

developed by an engineering team

at Cummins to significantly reduce

maintenance downtime. Each module is

designed for quick replacement with a

standby unit, meaning fast turnaround

during scheduled servicing and

maintenance.

When the modules are removed they are

taken to the Cummins Laverton branch

for refurbishment in readiness for the next

train scheduled for a major service.

“VLocity is a great success story with

the trains providing outstanding service

reliability and passenger comfort,”

says Pellington.

VLocity is a great success story with

the trains providing outstanding service

reliability and passenger comfort.

His strategic vision and ability to foster strong business

partnerships have significantly contributed to Cummins’

growth. His leadership, technical acumen and unwavering

commitment to customer support have not only shaped

Cummins’ success but also inspired colleagues and

customers alike.

Rob’s last day at Cummins will be Friday, July 11, 2025.

Sweeney, Paddison

call it a day

Two time-honoured Cummins employees, Rob Sweeney and David Paddison,

both notable in the on-highway truck engine business and other key roles

over the years, have announced their retirement.

David Paddison retired in January 2025 after an

exceptional 46 years of service.

His journey started in Tamworth (NSW) where he worked for Blackwood

Hodge, the Cummins distributor at the time. After finishing his apprenticeship

at the local Ford dealership, he began working on a wide variety of engines,

including V903s and NTC855s.

Early in his career, David took on a field service role at a tin mine in Emmaville

(NSW), providing hands-on support for six months. After that, he continued

field service work until 1983, when Cummins took over the Tamworth branch.

From there, David quickly moved up, becoming workshop manager in 1985 and

service manager in 1989. In 2002, he became branch manager in Tamworth

and, in 2010, he joined the on-highway team as a business manager, looking

after Tamworth, Newcastle and Grafton.

David built strong relationships with customers and colleagues over the years,

and his hard work was recognised with three On-Highway Business Manager

of the Year awards in 2012, 2016 and 2020.


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Cummins supports

Cre8tive

Dreamtime

Cummins and Cre8tive Nations proudly celebrate

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage

through the Creative Dreamtime Engineers Project.

The partnership first came to life in 2021 and 2022, when

Cummins proudly sponsored Cre8tive Nations’ one-day Meet the

Cre8tive Dreamtime Makers workshop for 10 teachers and 600

students in two locations through Queensland Manufacturing

Institute (QMI).

The program aims to showcase culture through science,

technology and the history of Australia’s First Nations People

and their innovative engineering and manufacturing methods.

Already successfully implemented in Mackay and Townsville

in Queensland, with Cummins’ ongoing sponsorship and

collaboration, Cre8tive Dreamtime has now become a successful

initiative that is set to expand across Australia.

Through supporting this program, Cummins empowers four to

six First Nations educators to lead and facilitate the workshops,

enhancing their ability to deliver this cultural education to all

students. This support not only respects and raises the profile

of Traditional Owners but ensures the program’s sustainable and

enduring impact through embedding cultural education within

the community long after the program delivery.

The Cre8tive Dreamtime program has created this significant and

lasting impact in many ways. Through the engagement of 1,200

to 1,500 students and 10 teachers in each location, the program

provides a deeply immersive cultural education experience.

Students gain first-hand insights into the technologies and

cultural practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples,

enhancing their understanding of STEM subjects with real-world

historical and cultural context.

This learning experience connects students with the innovative

spirit of First Nations cultures, fostering further appreciation

and respect, and creating a more inclusive and understanding

environment extending beyond the classroom and into

broader communities.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-owned and operated,

Cre8tive Nations specialises in cultural knowledge, creative

industries, special events, and educational programs. Founded

with a mission to support and foster productive and sustainable

communities, the organisation wishes to promote and preserve

culture, diversity and equity.

Cre8tive Nations’ lasting influence through their Cre8tive

Dreamtime program not only supports ongoing efforts toward

reconciliation but proudly celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait

Islander heritage.


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