Industry Acknowledged at ATA’s Coffee with a Cop

By ATN
Original article HERE

Industry acknowledged at ATA’s Coffee with a Cop Despite a sometimes fractious relationship, industry and enforcement coalesced again today as part of the Australian Trucking Association’s (ATA’s) Coffee with a Cop initiative.

Joined by NSW Police at BP Marulan Southbound, truck drivers and other road users had the opportunity to clarify issues, ask questions and address concerns directly with police officers in an informal and transparent way.

First held last year, the event was hosted by BP staff, with all drivers and travellers provided a complimentary coffee.

BP was also commended for its investment in its truck stop facilities for drivers.

ATA CEO Ben Maguire says the event provided a mutually beneficial occasion for all parties involved.

“The first Coffee with a Cop was held this time last year, and since then we’ve been to BP Eastern Creek, Parkes truck stop and now we have returned to BP Marulan,” ATA CEO Ben Maguire says.

“Every time we get out on the road for Coffee with a Cop, truck drivers tell us how beneficial the event is and how important it is for police officers and road users to understand each other.

“As we near the Christmas period where we see an increase in drivers on our roads, the event is a great chance break down barriers and put any misconceptions to bed. It’s also a perfect opportunity for the ATA to hear from drivers and understand their on-road concerns first-hand.”