Delivering innovative, high tech solutions and quality outcomes

On the cusp of becoming a tradesman, Evan shares his journey and goals for his future

Kim Makata has been recognised for consistently delivering outstanding service

Enhancing skills with advanced Glue Pull Repair (GPR) techniques to improve efficiency and deliver higher-quality results.

We explore what drives Dylan's passion and the pathway that led him to a career in auto refinish at Fortress

Kristy-Lee talks upskilling, exposure to different roles and the guidance Fortress provides to hone her estimating skills

We’re thrilled to celebrate with our very own Tyron Brockhurst, who has been awarded GOLD in the 2024 WorldSkills Australia Regional Competition!

Fortress is humbled by the overwhelming success in our selection as FINALISTS for Best Workplace, Best Multisite Operator, and numerous individual categories.

We are beyond proud to announce that Bailey has been awarded GOLD in the 2024 WorldSkills Australia Regional Competition for Automotive Refinishing!

Makayla, a Fortress Foundation employee, transformed her passion for parts management into a thriving career. An inspiring story of dedication and development, Makayla shares her journey that shaped her growth.

Fortress & Sherwin-Williams support ACIA at Ignite Youth Careers Expo 2024

Valuable partnership with Sherwin Williams equips our Apprentices with latest knowledge & skills

Promoting strong service culture with measurable and achievable KPIs for individuals and teams

Targeting recruitment and retention issues with evidence! The ACIA and Griffith University discuss findings of industry review.

Auto-refinish Apprentices and Detailers gain valuable development to produce quality outcomes

Auto Body Repair Technology apprentices undertake hands on, Computerised Measurement certification in our Crestmead Apprentice Training Centre

Saed kick starts his career, completing his Auto Body Repair trade and commencing his development journey in Production Management.

Eagle Farm goes that extra mile to repair the unrepairable due to sentimental value and a commitment to customer satisfaction

ACIA nomination for Board of Directors, Sarah Moynihan, voted in at their AGM

The ACIA has announced the nominations for its upcoming Board of Directors and AGM. Fortress candidate, Sarah Moynihan, has been nominated for a full term.

Fortress Group parts Manager Chelsea Donges won the Women in Collision - Parts Manager category and we couldn't be prouder!

Alex Mraz, Fortress Operations Manager, talks about his passion for the industry, growth within the company and who has influenced him along his journey.

Thank you to everyone who nominated for this year's Women in Collision Awards.

One of our first to complete Fortress Leadership Development Program, Nick has been recognised as a finalist for Young Achiever, what an outstanding acknowledgement!

Saed Mohummadi is being recognised for his high level of skill in his third year of his Apprenticeship!

Recognised in the National Bodyshop Awards as a finalist!!!

Sarah Moynihan, our Turbo Talk guest, is Head of People, Culture and Change at Fortress Collision Repair Services and a Director of the Board for Australian Collision Industry Alliance.

APG has selected 10 female apprentices who each receive a $1000 Würth tool voucher in its campaign to support women on the workshop floor.

Fortress generously donates to the ACIA accelerator fund to get the NFP up and going

In case you missed our multi site operator feature in the January issue of the magazine here's the chat we had with Fortress CEO Peter Taylor.

Our very own Angela Burns selected as a finalist in the Owner/Manager category for her longstanding contribution and expertise in the collision repair industry! Ange truly is a trailblazer and set's the standard of best of the best, Fortress is lucky to have her.

Finalist for Best New Shop - Crestmead and Best MSO. A new comer in the MSO scene, Fortress wins the National Award for Best MSO!

Paint & Panel Bodyshop Award finalists have been announced and Fortress is a finalist in 2 categories!

In case you missed our MSO feature in the January/February issue where we talked to all the major groups we'll be publishing their interviews individually online. This week: