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Caravan sector facing 'correction' not collapse as four Victorian businesses go under

01.07.2026 02:16 1 min 1 source
SmartCompany ENG
Caravan sector facing 'correction' not collapse as four Victorian businesses go under
Original source: SmartCompany

Four caravan manufacturers in Victoria—Sunland RV, X Series RV, Global RV Corp, and Network RV—have entered voluntary administration. Stuart Lamont, CEO of the Caravan Industry Association of Australia, described the situation as a market correction rather than an industry crisis. Network RV's debts are reported at AUD 30 million. The sector is adjusting to rising production and logistics costs after a pandemic-era boom in domestic caravan travel.

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