Global heavy equipment supplier Porter Group has officially opened its new Australian headquarters in Berrinba, marking a major milestone in the company’s long‑term commitment to Australia’s mining, quarrying and heavy infrastructure sectors.

The relocation from Archerfield to a purpose‑built 35,000‑square‑metre facility on Arshad Drive, Berrinba, represents an investment of more than $40 million and reflects the company’s confidence in continued growth across the resources and heavy industry markets.

Speaking at the official opening on April 23, Porter Group Australia and New Zealand Chief Operating Officer Darren Ralph said the establishment of the new facility represents both a celebration of growth and a foundation for the future.

“This new headquarters is more than just a building – it reflects our long‑term commitment to the Australian market and our focus on delivering outstanding service and solutions across the country,” Mr Ralph said.

“Established in Australia in 2003, we’ve grown from modest beginnings in Brisbane to a national operation. This facility recognises how far we have come and sets the foundation for where we’re heading next.”

Mr Ralph also acknowledged the legacy of Porter Group founder Arthur Porter, and the late Mark Porter, who helped establish the Australian business.
“His legacy lives on in what we celebrate today,” Mr Ralph said.

Porter Group is a privately owned, family‑founded business supplying world‑leading heavy equipment brands across New Zealand, Australia, Papua New Guinea and the United States through both sales and rental solutions.

Established in 1945 by the late Arthur Porter, the company initially delivered civil construction and road‑building projects in New Zealand before expanding into machinery and parts distribution. Today, Porter Group operates more than 50 locations and is recognised as one of the largest privately owned heavy equipment providers in Australia and New Zealand.

“While we’ve grown significantly over the decades, our focus has remained consistent,” said Kendrah Worsley, Group Marketing Manager (NZ & Australia). “We’re committed to delivering premium equipment backed by strong service and long‑term customer support, particularly in high‑utilisation industries like mining and infrastructure.”

Purpose‑built to support growth

The Berrinba site was strategically selected to support the continued growth of Porter Group’s Australian operations. As demand for equipment, servicing and parts support increases, the larger purpose‑built facility enables the business to scale while maintaining service performance.

“The size and layout of this site allow us to do more,” Ms Worsley said. “We’ve increased workshop capacity, improved parts storage and now have the ability to hold a wider range of machines on site. This directly improves turnaround times and customer support.”

While job creation was not the primary driver of the relocation, the expanded facility strengthens Porter Group’s ability to support its existing workforce of approximately 60 to 80 staff and operate more efficiently as demand grows.

Strategic location in a growing logistics hub

Porter Group’s relocation places the company within one of Queensland’s fastest‑growing logistics and industrial regions, alongside major operators including Amazon, DHL Supply Chain and Toyota.

This concentration of major investment continues to reinforce Logan’s reputation as a critical supply‑chain hub supporting freight, logistics and industrial activity across South East Queensland.

“Logan offered the connectivity and industrial scale we need for our next phase of growth,” Ms Worsley said. “Being located directly off the Logan Motorway gives us faster access to customers, improved visibility and more efficient delivery to project sites.”

Centrally positioned between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, Logan’s access to major transport corridors makes it an increasingly strategic base for businesses servicing mining and heavy industry operations.

Members of Porter Group with Mayor Jon Raven, Councillor Stemp, Councillor Jackson, and LOED staff

More than machinery

While Porter Group is the exclusive distributor of Hyundai Construction Equipment, Ms Worsley said the company’s competitive advantage lies in its aftersales support.

“Our point of difference isn’t just the equipment,” she said. “It’s our responsiveness, our experienced service teams and strong parts availability. Whether customers are running small fleets or large mining operations, we focus on keeping machines operating.”

The new facility also enhances Porter Group’s ability to support smarter fleet management through telematics systems that provide real‑time insight into performance, fuel use and maintenance requirements.

With its Logan headquarters now operational, Porter Group is well positioned to support Australia’s growing resources and infrastructure industries from the centre of one of Queensland’s most dynamic industrial corridors.