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Scoop Hire Announces Executes Expansion Strategy into Geelong in Response to Growing Infrastructure and Residential Demand

Announcement posted by Woodend General 10 Mar 2026

In response to the current demand trend for essential construction equipment, Scoop Hire, the leading provider of premium construction equipment and construction related services based in Melbourne Victoria, has announced a strategic expansion into Geelong territory.

The strategic expansion by the company is in line with Scoop Hire's objective which is to extend the company's services for the construction sphere of Geelong. Given that Geelong is among Australia's fastest-growing regional hubs and the move will ensure support for city's surging infrastructure projects and residential developments. Scoop Hire continues to build on its reputation that has been hinged on reliability and quality in Sunshine North and Woodend and now the same level of reliability and quality will be brought into Geelong. The new operations hub at Scoop Hire Geelong will be providing essential services and access to construction equipment to Geelong based contractors, builders, and DIY enthusiasts.

Strategic Alignment to Regional Growth

Geelong has been observed to be experiencing a significant boom in relation to the construction sphere with projects such as the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre and the Geelong Fast Rail among others acting as a catalyst for the industry which is driving demand for high-quality heavy machines. The expansion into Geelong according to Tom Carland who manages the operations for Scoop Hire is about bringing Scoop Hire's 15 years of trade experience directly into the territory. "Scoop Hire understands the importance of reliability, quality and transparent pricing to projects" he quoted and added that Geelong's gradual transformation into becoming a key economic hub for Victoria requires a committed and trusted company to keep this trajectory into the future on track.

Among the benefits that the company will bring into the territory with his expansion includes access to a model fleet of excavators, skid steers, mini dumpers and specialised hydraulic attachments. This service will be supported by a 24/7 a 24/7 on call service agents and mechanics which will ensure that project disruptions and downtimes will be maintained at a minimal level. The company will also be bringing the company's flexible delivery and pick-up services across the Greater Geelong region which will make it easier for project owners and improve productivity.

Scoop Hire is a family-run equipment rental specialist based in Victoria that focuses on quality services by offering well-maintained machinery that is backed exemplary customer service and a transparent business mechanism. With branches in strategic locations around Victoria the company in essence empowers the Victorian construction industry directly.

Media Contact:

Media & Investor Relations:
Name: Corporate Communications Department
Company: Scoop Hire
Phone: (03) 9052 4473
Email: info@scoophire.com.au
Website: www.scoophire.com.au