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What does the new Master Code mean for your business?

The 2026 Master Code doesn’t change the law, but it does raise expectations. In this article, we unpack what’s different, what it means for your transport activities, and how your business should respond.

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HVNL amendments: What they mean for consignors

The proposed Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) amendments may bring significant changes for consignors across the transport and logistics industry. This session explores the key changes, their potential impact on safety, accountability and supply chain relationships, and how businesses are preparing for change. Featuring perspectives from both a transport operator and a consignor, the discussion extends beyond the legislation to examine practical industry considerations.

26/08/2026 2 min read

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The new Master Code, and what it means for you

What does the recently released Master Code mean for the future of Chain of Responsibility (CoR)? Aaron Louws and Nathan Cecil combine their technical and legal expertise to explore the key changes, discuss their implications for transport activities and risk management, and examine what businesses need to do to align with the new approach, including the shared nature of the Primary Duty across the supply chain.

18/02/2026 2 min read

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November 2025 Wrap-up

If you’re still wondering what the proposed changes are, you can check out the webinar we hosted in September with our Supply Chain Technical Manager Aaron Louws, joined by Legal Partner Nathan Cecil from Holding Redlich.

26/11/2025 4 min read

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What Safety Culture Means in Transport and Logistics

Learn how safety culture shapes everyday practices in transport and logistics, and why it’s a key focus of the proposed Master Code changes.

29/10/2025 5 min read

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Proposed Master Code changes: What are they, and why now?

CoRsafe is leading the charge on unpacking the proposed Master Code update to help take the guesswork out of what it could mean for your business. In this webinar, we'll break down the draft changes, discuss the practical and legal considerations they raise, and explore what they could mean for parties across the heavy vehicle supply chain. We'll also examine potential impacts on duties, responsibilities, operations and compliance.

02/09/2025 2 min read

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Understanding the new Chain of Responsibility Master Code: What’s changing and how to prepare

The proposed changes to the Chain of Responsibility code of practice, known as the Master Code, have been released for consultation.

20/08/2025 6 min min read

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Beyond compliance: How high-performing businesses use CoRsafe to improve their operations

Compliance with Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) is essential for any business with a role to play in the supply chain. But the most effective systems aren’t designed simply to avoid penalties.

25/07/2025 3 min read

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Hiding in plain sight: Chain of Responsibility risks that can be easily missed

Many consignors feel reasonably confident about how they’re managing their Chain of Responsibility (CoR) obligations. The paperwork’s in order, the procedures are documented, and everyone’s responsibilities seem clear.

16/07/2025 4 min read