Plan. Design. Build.

A Truck Workshop to Drive Your Business Forward

Your transport operation deserves a truck workshop designed to meet to your specific needs. From pits, gantry cranes, or washdown bays, ensure your workshop is equipped to meet your current requirements.

Maximise
Efficiency

Design from the ground up for productivity with layouts that optimize pits, gantries, and workflows for a high-performing facility.

Integrated Office or Showroom

With a focus on smart simplicity, get offices that are right for you. whether you need basic facilities, or full executive offices and showroom, ensure you get the outcome that your staff and business deserve.

Experts on
Your Side

Focus on your business while a team of experts manages everything from detailed design and complex council requirements, through to construction.

Build for Growth

A Smarter Transport Facility, Designed Around You

Every transport facility has unique requirements. It starts with understanding your operation to create a space tailored to your customer requirements, site, and budget. Expert guidance ensures your facility supports efficiency, minimises downtime, and drives your business forward.

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Designed for You

Not sure where to begin? Collaborate with an expert team that provides recommendations based on your operational requirements, ensuring optimal layouts that streamline maintenance and maximise functionality.

02

Control Costs

Clear, methodical budgeting means you know exactly where you stand.

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Faster Timelines

Avoid delays with milestone maps, contingency plans, and clear timelines that keep your project moving forward.

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Optimised for Productivity

There is a wide range of fit-out options available, including service pits, gantry cranes, and wash bays, each with varying costs. It's essential to design a facility that aligns with your budget and operational needs to drive efficiency both now and into the future.

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End to End Experts

Don't Let Consultants & Council Derail Your Project

Navigating councils and consultants can quickly derail your project if not handled properly. Choosing the wrong architect or engineer often results in inefficient or overly complex designs, taking you two steps forward and three steps back. 

 

Having a team that cuts through the red tape is critical to ensure every step is efficient and straightforward.

Practical Fire Compliance:

Consider design options that minimise fire walls and removes sprinklers, saving you money and reducing ongoing costs.

Cost Optimisation:

A team that understands what drives cost of steel structure, concrete and earth moving, so efficiency is designed in from the start.

Well Managed Process:

You shouldn't have to manage independent architects, engineers and council consultants. Leave it with a central team of end-to-end experts who do it in-house on your behalf and provide weekly updates to avoid confusion and miscommunication.

Work With Experts Who Get It

Everything You Need - Nothing You Don't

A transport facility should be built to deliver value and efficiency, now and into the future. Work with a team that ensures every detail is optimised to suit your operation, budget, and site.

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Efficient Steel Structures

Maximise value with optimised bay sizes, door configurations, and overhead gantries. Compare options to create a durable structure that enhances functionality while meeting your budget.

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Tailored Workshop Design

Get wash-down bays, service pits, and other essential elements designed to suit your specific operational needs, location, and compliance requirements.

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Smart Office and Facilities

Hard-wearing office spaces built to withstand daily use, or premium showrooms that create an impressive space to showcase your business.

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Custom Canopies

Choose the right canopy for your needs, from cost-effective cantilever designs for weather protection to fully supported options for all-weather loading and unloading.

Online Tool

Try our budget estimator tool

This tool gives you a starting point for estimating costs when planning your project. Simply provide the details of your proposed building and you'll instantly receive an email with the estimated budget range for your project.

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Brands we've worked with

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Past Transport Projects

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Transport Workshop

AdvanceQuip

Wash down bay for heavy equipment with fully recycled water. Underfloor heating in workshop and showroom/office area. Truck service pit with a fully integrated fluid delivery and return.

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Transport Workshop

Transport Repairs LTD

This workshop features a 30m span, which allows a truck and trailer inside with room front and back. Each bay is a drive-through with doors on each side. Two bays have a pit complete with brake rollers and air and hydraulic oil lines.

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"This building has helped our throughput and improved efficiencies immensely. Working with Attika (formerly XL Structural) has been a great process for us, it's a great relationship that we've formed over nearly 10 years now."

Jason Popplewell

Jason Popplewell

Owner

Transport Repairs

Transport Repairs

30m x 30m Truck Workshop

To increase their efficiences and throughput, Transport Repairs designed this truck workshop with features such as pits, heated floors, and more.

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"It was also about future-proofing our building; we wanted the building to be multi-purpose. We told them what we wanted and needed, and they went away and drew up the plans. They were really good at listening to our needs and understanding them. It ticked all the boxes, and it just worked."

Dean and Kelly-Anne Findlay

Dean and Kelly-Anne Findlay

Owners / Operators

Carter's Tyres

Carter's Tyres

13m x 45m Workshop

Dean and Kelly-Anne recommend Attika because the team provided a timely, cost-effective solution that was exactly what they wanted.

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"It was a great experience working with the design team at Attika (formerly XL Structural). The process was smooth from start to finish, and I’m really happy with the end result. Another thing that was really good about the whole design and build was the fact we could use our own local contractors."

Steve McLean

Steve McLean

Owner

AdvanceQuip

AdvanceQuip

30m x 63m Workshop and Offices

This state-of-the-art facility features executive-style offices and a showroom space, full truck service pits with delivery and return lines, filtered wash-down bays with recycled water systems, and heated flooring.

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"We explored a lot of opportunities, but Attika (formerly XL Structural) was a clear winner - the construction of their structures, the flexibility to meet our unique requirements, and most of all, the speed. In fact, Attika (formerly XL Structural) were efficient the whole way through, they were always on hand and ready to assist us the whole way through."

Derek Suckling

Derek Suckling

Director

Shade Systems

Shade Systems

35m x 64m Manufacturing Facility

Discover why Director Derek Suckling recommends Attika's product and processes to anybody who is thinking of building a large commercial facility.

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"Attika (formerly XL Structural) developed a concept and provided support from start to finish. We had some site optimisation challenges... There were a few clever things Attika (formerly XL Structural) did to achieve that. They came up with some clever design concepts, and we're very happy with the support we got there. I'd definitely recommend Attika (formerly XL Structural), it's an excellent solution."

Bevan Morrison

Bevan Morrison

Owner

Morrison Drive

Morrison Drive

20m x 68.7m Building

Bevan takes a long-term, future-proofing approach to the quality of his commercial buildings. He explains how Attika provided support from start to finish and accommodated his unique requirements.

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"The Attika (formerly XL Structural) team are the best at what they do, they make our life easy as main contractors. They take on every aspect of client liaise, from design to compliance and site specifics. We certainly prefer the Attika (formerly XL Structural) approach, purely because of the collaborative and cost-effective in-house solution that Attika (formerly XL Structural) provide."

Brendan Barnett

Brendan Barnett

Director

BB Construction

BB Construction

Construction Team

Hear from General Manager Brendon Barnett as he explains why their business prefers the Attika approach compared to the traditional methods of architectural tendering.

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"We decided to work with Attika (formerly XL Structural) and build this new space... We're able to do a whole lot more and progress this business forward. I found working with Attika (formerly XL Structural) really seamless for me. If there were any questions, the response was really quick, and they delivered everything I needed."

Kristie Clarke

Kristie Clarke

Owner

Shift Mind & Body

Shift Mind & Body

32m x 18m purpose-built Gym

To support her growing business, Kristie partnered with J2 Builders and Attika to create a purpose-built studio designed to support their growing business and ambitious plans.

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"We were quite impressed with Attika's (formerly XL Structural) steel system, and local builders had also recommended Attika (formerly XL Structural) kitsets. Our build process went well, it was fast and efficient. The communications were quick and efficient, very hard to fault."

Ryan Smith

Ryan Smith

Director

Permaloo

Permaloo

24m x 72m Manufacturing Facility

Having outgrown its existing facility, Permaloo needed a new purpose-built manufacturing facility.

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"There were quite a few options, but this shed stood out to me because of the structural steel and the wide span. To change parts of the shed wasn't a hassle, and adding the gantry was no big deal. Nothing was a problem - it was awesome!"

Haydan Gould

Haydan Gould

Rangitikei Development

Rangitikei Development

Rangitikei Development

22m x 20m Hangar

Each part of the process exceeded Hayden's expectations. From the custom features to handling the council consenting process, nothing was a problem.

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Your Questions, Answered

FAQs

Find answers to common questions about our transport solutions. From design and compliance to budgeting, we're here to simplify your building journey.

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  • Yes certainly! We work with a lot of builders around NZ to provide a turnkey design and install packages for their clients - 

  • Transport building costs typically range from $1,500 to $2,500 per square metre, depending on size, features, and site conditions. Factors such as clear-span requirements, durable flooring, and specialised features like service pits or gantry cranes influence costs. Use our Budget Estimator Tool for a quick estimate or contact us for personalised advice.

  • Speeding up construction involves strategic planning and efficient execution.

     

    Key tips include:

    Pre-planning: Work with experienced professionals to streamline design and compliance processes.


    Prefabrication: Use modular or pre-engineered components to save time during assembly.


    Clear Communication: Maintain open and consistent communication with your builder and suppliers to prevent delays.


    Efficient Logistics: Ensure materials and equipment are delivered on time to avoid downtime.

    For a full guide, visit our blog on How Can I Speed Up the Construction of My Commercial Build?.

  • The best option depends on your project goals, timeline, and level of involvement you’d like in the building process:

    Design & Kitset Supply: Ideal if you want to manage construction independently but need a professionally designed and engineered kitset tailored to your needs. It offers flexibility and cost savings while ensuring a solid foundation for your project.

    Design and Turnkey: This is a comprehensive, hassle-free solution where we handle everything from design to construction. Perfect for those who want a seamless experience with minimal involvement in project management.

    Design and Base Build: Best if you need a fully designed and constructed structure, but plan to manage specific aspects of the build (like interiors or fit-outs) yourself. It provides a balance of control and professional support.

    To determine the best fit, consider your budget, the complexity of your project, and how involved you want to be. For a better understanding View Our Services Page.

Clarity at Every Step

Your Truck Workshop, Simplified from Start to Finish

Achieve your vision with Attika's clear, reliable process - designed to make every phase of your project efficient, transparent, and growth-focused.

Step 1

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Plan with Precision

Start with clear estimates and insights on budget, compliance, and timelines to ensure your concept fits your scope and goals.

Step 2

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Design with Purpose

Watch your vision take shape with a practical design that's efficient, straightforward, and tailored to fit your goals perfectly.

Step 3

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Build for Growth

Experience a seamless build led by Attika’s expert team, delivering on time and within budget, so your space is ready to support success.

Build with Confidence

Knowledge Hub

Transport Resources

Explore insights and resources to guide your building journey. Our Knowledge Hub offers expert advice, project tips, and industry knowledge to support your growth with confidence and clarity.

Early Planning Resources for the Transport Industry

To help you get started on your project, we have put together a list of helpful resources to help with the planning process. These resources include:

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