An Australian trucking company has gone into liquidation after almost 60 years in business.
DJK Transport entered voluntary liquidation on Friday, after a restructuring practitioner was appointed in June.
The business is listed as being based out of Austral in southwestern sydney, and according to its website, has been a “trusted transport service since 1968” andstill maintains the “original owner”.
DJK Transport provided local and interstate freight and distribution, including trailers, tautliners, and flat-top trucks, according to their website.
The company previously undertook mine-related freight work, as well as freight work for distribution centres for chain supermarkets and department stores.
A liquidation notice posted to ASIC revealed that it was resolved at a general meeting on August 8 that the company be wound up.
Danny Vrkic was appointed liquidator.
A restructuring practitioner was earlier appointed on June 30, with the proposal period extended until August 5 on July 17.
Two other transport companies – AKG Trucking and Round Em Up Transport – entered voluntary liquidation on Friday.
Mr Vrkic was also appointed as liquidator for AKG Trucking and Round Em Up Transport.
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