US-headquarted engineering supplier Park Hannifin has announced it will consolidate its Australia-New Zealand hose and fitting manufacturing operations in Wodonga.

 

State Minister for Manufacturing, Exports and Trade Richard Dalla-Riva said the move was thanks to a push by the State Government to upgrade equipment and facilities in the area.

 

"I am very pleased to see a major company choosing to invest even further in Victoria and take advantage of the conditions such as excellent rail, road and port freight channels across the state and a 24-hour airport at Melbourne that ensure Victoria is one of the best states in which to operate an international manufacturing business," Mr Dalla-Riva said.

 

The move is expected to generate 40 new local jobs.