Tour the Hanes Australasia Distribution Centre in West Melbourne

Following a major expansion developed in partnership with SSI SCHAEFER, Hanes Australasia's omnichannel distribution centre in Melbourne's western suburbs has more than doubled its capacity and output, positioning the facility to handle current business peaks and future growth.

Covering 44,000m², the facility manages nationwide orders across wholesale, retail store, and e-commerce channels processing over 50,000 SKUs and dispatching more than 100,000 lines per day.

These small group tours will walk you through the full solution from inbound to despatch, highlighting the existing and new shuttle systems including the single-level shuttle SSI Cuby, the pouch sorter SSI Carrier, and Advanced Pick Stations, all driven by SSI SCHAEFER's proprietary WAMAS software.

Tour Details

Three tours, one for each day of the event are available, select your preferred date when registering:

  • Tour 1 :Tuesday 23rd June 2026 | Departure 10:15am, Return approximately 1:30pm
  • Tour 2: Wednesday 24th June 2026 | Departure 10:15am, Return approximately 1:30pm
  • Tour 3: Thursday 25th June 2026 | Departure 10:15am, Return approximately 1:30pm

Please arrive at CeMAT registration no later than 10:00am on your selected tour date.

  • Location: Hanes Australasia, 31-39 Permas Way, Truganina VIC 3029
  • Tour fee: $30 (covers bus transport)

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This tour is designed for:

  • Logistics and supply chain professionals exploring omnichannel distribution solutions
     
  • Decision-makers interested in real-world applications of shuttle systems, pouch sorters, pick stations, and warehouse management software
     
  • Anyone in apparel, retail, or e-commerce looking to understand how high-volume, multi-channel fulfilment operates at scale

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

  • Attendee list subject to SSI SCHAEFER and Hanes Australasia approval. Strictly no competitors.
  • No more than 1-2 representatives per company.
  • Safety shoes are mandatory and must be worn for the duration of the tour. Attendees must bring their own.
  • Hi-vis vests are provided on arrival.
  • Photography and video inside the facility is not permitted.
  • Places are limited to 10 guests per tour.
  • A site induction must be completed prior to attendance, details will be provided upon registration confirmation.
  • Attendees will receive a gift and have the opportunity to visit the Hanes outlet shop on site before departure.

REGISTER HERE

All registrations are subject to review and approval by SSI SCHAEFER and Hanes Australasia. A place is confirmed only upon receipt of payment ($30). Strictly no competitor companies will be accepted. Once places are filled, registrations will move to a waitlist.